Botswana Ep 10 4K Okavango Delta Moremi On the Edge of Heaven
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
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Join us as we venture into one of the last Edens in the world-the magnificent Okavango Delta.
The life-giving waters from the Angolan Highlands have not yet reached the outer edges of this vast wilderness. Here in Moremi, the land feels poised on the brink of change……and for some animals, nature has dealt a cruel hand, as they endure the harsh wait for the floodwaters to arrive.
Come with us as we explore this fragile paradise, a last Eden teetering on the edge of heaven.
At third Bridge
It is a slow morning, and we embrace the gentle cadence of slowing down and appreciating the moment indulging in the therapeutic act of baking bread in the bush-a simple task that demands patience, care, and presence.
Out here, a million miles from anywhere, there’s something profoundly rewarding about cooking over an open fire. The smell of fresh bread wafting through the camp is a small triumph, a reminder of life’s simple pleasures.
Our afternoon drive takes us to Dead Tree Island. The sound of seagulls catches our attention, drawing us to the water’s edge.
Much like the great migration in the Masai Mara, this is the Fish Eagle gathering. Nature, in its infinite wisdom, has orchestrated this perfect moment.
It’s the driest time in the Delta, and the catfish are confined to the last remaining pools of water, struggling desperately for survival. The Fish Eagles, seize this fleeting opportunity, preying upon the vulnerable catfish.
It’s a humbling reminder of how every moment in nature, no matter how harsh, has its place in the grand design. A balance of survival, sacrifice, and renewal.
No matter how often we find ourselves in the middle of nowhere the yearning to be in nature is a constant feeling.
It’s always a challenge to get here in our faithfull truck, but we are acutely aware of this privilege to escape the hustle of the real world
And …As the golden light washes over the delta we dial down and tune in,
and get lost in time.
Our days in Moremi are consumed exploring and searching for game.
The rhythm of getting up before sunrise and returning to base at sunset is a good one.
Of course we would like to see a lion or two while we are still in circulation.
Our days in Moremi are consumed by the thrill of exploring and the quiet patience of searching for game. The rhythm of rising before sunrise and returning to base at sunset feels natural, grounding us in the cadence of the wild.
Our days in Moremi are defined by the rhythm of the wild-early mornings before sunrise and evenings returning to camp as the sun dips below the horizon.
Of course, we still hope to see a lion or two in Moremi.
In the meantime, the Delta delivers its own magic-an abundance of animals and birdlife rarely experienced anywhere else. This is a true paradise.
A troop of Chacma baboons is always a joy to watch -. Spend a little time observing them, and you’ll start spotting personalities that resemble ours.
Their social structures are fascinatingly complex. There’s patriarch, tasked with protecting and defending the clan. Then, of course, the troublemaking teenagers, always pushing boundaries and stirring up drama. And let’s not forget the little ones, clinging tightly to their mothers, ever in need of a helping hand.
And then…We Witness and extraordinary scene - Hippos on the move, like fish out of water in broad daylight, is a rare and fascinating sight. The 1,600 kilometer journey of water from the Angolan Highlands is taking too long, leaving the hippos high and dry, with no choice but to seek out the last remaining pools in the Delta.
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The Okavango Delta is a vast, life-filled oasis in the heart of the Kalahari Desert, one of the most unique and biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.
This seasonal transformation turns the region into a paradise for wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffalo, and countless species of birds, all drawn to the water and the rich vegetation it supports.
Okavango is a place where life thrives in harmony with the elements, offering a rare glimpse into nature’s raw beauty and its ability to create life in the most unexpected places.
Our stay here has been unforgettable and we will return.
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More excitement for me. Thanks for the efforts in producing this for us.
@@troopyinafrica Thank you…much Appreciated, we are pleased you enjoyed it.
Very beautiful place Third bridge. We stayed there in 2023 n we used the same chalet for accommodation. Cooking outside was wow.
We had a regular hyena visitor every evening for the three nights we were there.
Thanks for sharing your trip with us.
Thebe in Gaborone.
Thanks Thebe, for your lovely comment, must say we really enjoyed the tented camp, regular camping was full, so rather than miss 3rd bridge we stayed there and had an amazing time.
Wow this is overlanding at its best, rough but lekke, animals sighting epic. Thanks for sharing your journey with us cheers
Thank you Shaun, it was an incredible journey, ticking all the boxes 🙌
Botswana's beauty is on another level. I'll be on my own expedition next year.
Totally on another level, I have no doubt you will have an amazing time. Where are you heading to?
Another beautiful, fun filled video. The drought has really been tough on everybody and everything..
Born and raised in northern Botswana but never been to Third bridge, sad.. But been to Xakanaxa and Khwai. Can't wait for September 2025 when i finally get there..
Thanks for your feedback, so happy you finally get to go in September, exciting business. It really is a special place. 👌
@SoulTonicLife Thank you 🙏🏾
WOW! WOW! Shoh! WOW! And with the music again. Next level guys. You're amazing
😊🥰geez!!! What amazing feedback, thank you very much.
I'll get you othersie! BUT I WILL! The naratting is tops maybe not my spelling! I'm spotting the morning person and then the obvious not so morning person still in need of coffee! This is simply stunning!!! Okavaga Delta Moreme, love the wonders around the water hole! Ecquisite Wattled Crane! Little decks surround is wonderous!!!! Fourth bridge--- dont even Know if I'l lmeet you other side .Once again thank you for sharing this beauty with us!❤❤❤❤❤
🤣🤣no idea who you are referring to, with regards to the morning and non-morning person 🤣 we know you would love Moremi, it really is an Eden. Something for the bucket list 😉
Lovely episode guys....need to travel. The bush is calling!
Ahh the bush is always whispering in our ears, any excuse to go. Glad you enjoyed the episode 😉
You have just sent me barrelling back a million years , I knew Veronica when she was first out in maun do trees with shell .. wow that’s a few years ago
Oh wow, what a coincidence. She sounds like an interesting character. What we can comment on, is that she chose a beautiful location to set up camp. 👍🏼
For those who want to know - Veronica Roodt was a prominent conservationist, researcher, and author who spent over three decades living and working in Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve. Originally from South Africa, she devoted her life to studying the flora, fauna, and ecology of the Okavango Delta. Roodt was deeply involved in nature conservation, contributing significantly to Botswana’s tourism industry through her research and publications, which became essential resources for safari guides and wildlife enthusiasts.
Her works include detailed maps and guidebooks such as The Shell Tourist Map of Moremi Game Reserve, and educational books like Grasses and Grazers of Botswana and Trees and Shrubs of the Okavango Delta: Medicinal Uses and Nutritional Value. These publications highlight her expertise in local ecosystems and the relationships between plants, animals, and humans.
Roodt lived alone in a remote bush camp within Moremi, where she conducted her research and wrote extensively. Her life in the wild embodied her passion for conservation and her dedication to preserving the unique environment of the Delta. She passed away in 2022 at the age of 65, at her camp, surrounded by the landscape she cherished   .
Always great to see you both. Wonderful commentary and scripting. In May 2024, we went to Khwai and Moremi, a self drive adventure. Thank you for sharing a journey.
Thanks for the lovely comment. We must have just missed you, but I have no doubt that you had a great time, 2 of our favourite places.
Fabulous locations and filming , 😊thanks for sharing, from Steve near Chester England 🏴 where the Roman's once lived.
Welcome back Steve, where the Roman’s once lived, nice to have you back 👌
Absolutely beautiful
Ahhhh,thank you Leon 🥰
@ Rustig Peacefully 🙏
Enjoying all your Botswana episodes very much!! Met you in Moremi in may this year and already looking forward to go back to Botswana one day. How are you doing in South Africa? Already making plans for Angola? Kind regards, Julien & Michelle (Netherlands)
Hello Julien and Michelle, so nice to hear from you, how can we forget you after a lovely evening chatting. Hope the ER hasn’t been to hectic! Yup, Botswana is amazing, so much to explore, happy you are enjoying our episodes. Yup the plan is to go to Angola next year, you thinking of heading up as well 😉
The ER has been rather hectic lately but that makes you dream of some new adventures in the bush to find that true “soul tonic”! Although your gin tonic was also lovely under the moremi stars 😊 Are you planning to go up to Angola in a group or do you think it is safe enough to go with one car? Angola is definately on the bucket list, but with the building of our house it will probably be 2026. Hope to meet you again in the bush for a nice chatty catty evening! Kind regards, Julien&Michelle
@julienvanoosten5177 nothing like the bite of reality to make one dream of wild and wonderful places, where the modern world doesn’t intrude. We are quite happy adventuring on our own, but not adverse to “good company”.
Your plates sound full at the moment, building a home is a major job,!a journey of another kind. Wishing you both a lovely festive season and warm wishes.
@@SoulTonicLife Hopefully one day we meet again in a remote place under the stars!! There is much to explore, also thinking about the Liuwa plains in Zambia. We wish you both a very good festive season and we definately keep in touch! If you ever visit the Netherlands (although it would not know why hahah) feel free to contact us, you are more than welcome. Kind regards, Julien&Michelle
Right back at you two as well, if you in Cape Town or we meet in the bush, would be lovely to enjoy a fire and a blanket of stars. The world is a small place and there is much to discover. 👍🏼😉😘
If possible, leave the subtitle option available. Accurate translation into Portuguese. Congratulations on the vídeos . I need Google Translate. Thanks
Thanks for your awesome comment. I was not even aware that this channel is watched by non english speaking nationalities. I will see what I can do on my side to help👍
@@SoulTonicLife Thank you!
I'm talking about Brazil.
I imagine it must be in the editing of the video because I always watched it normally using Google Translate.
Cheers
How long is the bread baking time? I'm hungry now. Will we see the full recipe in Episode 4?
Yes, the full recipe is in Ep:4 this was just me trying out Barbara’s recipe. Very easy and super successful. 👌
Lekker hat there Herr Heierli. Where’s it from?
My hoed is uit die boonste rakke🙌
Which month it was filmed.
May/June 2024