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Experience the thrill of a horseback safari in Botswana’s Mashatu Game Reserve. Ride through diverse landscapes, encounter wildlife, and enjoy a bush breakfast beneath a baobab tree.

Highlights

• Feel the rhythm of hooves and the warmth of your horse beneath you
• Enjoy a bush breakfast in a scenic clearing beneath a baobab tree
• Ride through Mashatu’s diverse landscapes, from savannahs to forests
• Encounter elephants, giraffes, and antelope in their natural habitat
• Experience the thrill of a horseback safari in the Land of Giants

Description

Begin your day with a refreshing wake-up call at your luxury lodge. Sip hot coffee or tea as the first light paints the eastern sky in hues of rose and gold. A short transfer brings you to the stables, where carefully chosen, well-trained horses await—each matched to your ability and comfort. Whether you are a confident rider or eager beginner, your professional guide ensures your safety and enjoyment throughout. Set off at sunrise, when the land is cool and wildlife is most active. Move in quiet rhythm across Mashatu’s diverse landscapes—rolling savannahs, mopane forests, sandstone ridges, and winding riverbeds. It is here, in this gentle silence, that encounters unfold. A herd of elephants may appear unexpectedly, strolling across your path. Giraffes tower above the trees, pausing to observe you with calm curiosity. Antelope leap gracefully through the grass, while a distant leopard may be glimpsed slinking into the shadows. Because you are on horseback, these encounters feel different—more intimate, more real. There is no engine noise, no barrier between you and the wild. Instead, you feel like part of the landscape, moving with respect and grace through the animals’ world. Halfway through your morning, pause in a scenic clearing for a bush breakfast. Dismount beneath a sprawling baobab tree, greeted with chilled fruit juices, freshly baked pastries, and rich coffee. The table, elegantly set in the open air, becomes a surreal dining spot as wildlife continues its timeless rituals nearby. After breakfast, continue your journey, weaving deeper into Mashatu’s untouched corners. Each turn of the trail reveals something new: the call of vibrant birdlife, the whisper of breeze across tall grasses, or the simple serenity of riding across a horizon that seems endless. By late morning, return to the stables, where you may choose to linger. Enjoy a short grooming session—brushing your horse’s coat, sharing a quiet, grounding moment of gratitude with your equine partner. It is a soulful way to close the ride, deepening the bond between rider and horse. BW-HBR-25

Includes

Luxury lodge accommodation Professional guide Horseback safari Bush breakfast

Important Information

• Riders should be comfortable around horses Early morning start Wildlife encounters are not guaranteed Prices apply to a group of 4 persons

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund