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For lovers of untouched wilderness, Botswana offers nothing BUT natural attractions — ranging from mysterious swamp lands to deltas and desert.

On the list of must-sees are the dozen national parks and game reserves.

However, topping the list is the Okavango Delta, best visted between May and September. Each year, as a result of overflow from the Okavango River, the area becomes a vast, crystal clear sea and home to a hundreds of species of bird and plant life by day, and the scene of breathtaking sunsets by night.

To preserve its beauty, there are few hotels located in the area although tourist campsites are available. In addition, its always highly advised that travelers take professional tours to see the best vistas, fishing spots and wildlife viewing that the area has to offer.

Also made world famous by countless TV nature specials, the Kalahari Desert covers close to two-thirds of the country. This region offers a fascinating ecological system of arid dune-scapes, vegetation nourished by underground rivers, and glimpses of wildebeests, elands, ostrich, as well as big game.

More spectacular landscapes await at the Makgadikgadi Pans, the largest salt flats on the planet, offering bewitching mirages that appear out of nowhere during the heat of the day. Late spring is the time to witness the arrival of the annual rains, which magically results in lush vegetation as flocks of birds and animal herds appear to feast on nature's bounty.

Tourism of Botswana - The official site, with one-stop browsing for all the country has to offer including details on the Okavango Delta, Kalahari game reserves & sand dunes, photos and overviews of native flora and fauna, how to get there and get around, hotel guide, practical travel tips.

Botswana. Africa's Finest. Naturally - UK-Botswana tourism with an excellent overview of the language & culture, history, major attractions & wildlife, hotel & camp guides, sample itineraries, travel news & updates, photo gallery, related links.

Botswana Travel Information - Expert advice from Lonely Planet including what to see and do, average travel costs and other practical tips, photos, maps.

Discover Botswana - The digital version of the print magazine with feature articles & travelogues, photo gallery and information on top attractions.

Mokolodi Nature Reserve - The official site with eye-opening multimedia presentations including photos & video clips, maps, information on guided tours & price list, chalet and camping accommodation.

Okavango-Delta.net - Complete online guide including maps, photos & weather info, directory of lodges & camps with average costs, related links to Okavago traveloques.

Greatest Places: Okavango - Lovely, kid-friendly resource with images, video clips and information on the area's flora and fauna.