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The Nata Bird Sanctuary is located on the northeastern edge of Sowa Pan and covers about 230 square kilometers of wetlands that serve as a breeding ground for thousands of waterbirds. The sanctuary was established in 1993 by the local community of Nata village and is one of the few community-run reserves in Botswana. The best time to visit is during the rainy season (November-April) when water covers the plains and flamingos, pelicans, and other waterbirds appear in large numbers. At peak times, you can see more than 20,000 flamingos at once. The birds come for the brine shrimp that grow in the salty water, which gives the flamingos their pink color. In addition to flamingos, you can spot African spoonbills, avocets, blacksmith plovers, and various types of ducks and geese here. The sanctuary has viewing platforms and a short walking trail that takes you to better viewpoints without disturbing the birds. In the dry season, the area largely dries up and there are many fewer birds, but you can spot hyenas, wildebeests, springbok, gemsbok, and other antelopes coming to the remaining waterholes.<\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Khama Rhino Sanctuary is located near Serowe in the heart of Botswana and was established in 1992 to protect the endangered white and black rhinos. The reserve covers 8,585 hectares and is one of the few places in Botswana where you're guaranteed to spot rhinos. Besides rhinos, you'll find giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, gemsboks, and various species of antelope, along with over 230 bird species. The sanctuary is relatively compact compared to the larger national parks, which means you can go on a game drive in just a few hours and almost definitely see wildlife. It's run by the local community, and all proceeds go towards conservation and community projects. Wildlife spotting is possible year-round, but during the dry season (May-October), animals are easier to spot around the waterholes. For many travelers, this is their only chance to see rhinos in the wild, making it a valuable part of your Botswana road trip.<\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Victoria Falls is located on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, about 100 kilometers east of Kasane in Botswana. The waterfalls are spectacular, boasting a width of 1,708 meters and a height of up to 108 meters. The Zambezi River plunges down here, creating a permanent curtain of mist that can reach up to 400 meters high. Locally, it's called Mosi-oa-Tunya, which means \"the smoke that thunders.\" During the high-water season from February to May, the falls are at their most powerful, but the strong mist can limit visibility and you'll get wet quickly. In the low-water season from September to December, the falls are more visible, and it's possible to visit Devil\u2019s Pool, a natural rock pool on the edge of the waterfall on the Zambian side. The Zimbabwean side offers better viewpoints, with 16 different spots spread over a 2-kilometer walking route. It's easily accessible from Botswana. Although it's outside of Botswana, it's an unforgettable stop. <\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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