Botswana has made great strides in terms of protecting its natural resources, growing its economy and is renowned for its political stability. Botswana’s environment is a prime example of how one country can contain ecosystems that are polar opposites.

Many people are familiar with the Okavango Delta, probably Botswana’s premier drawcard. This is the largest inland delta on Earth and its fertile beauty is breathtaking. What many people don’t know is that Botswana is actually mostly arid and is almost entirely covered by the Kalahari Desert.

Perhaps this is why a Botswana safari is so....