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Botswana is among the most famous safari destinations in Southern Africa. A landlocked country,approximately 70% is covered by the Kalahari Desert. The country is home to the world's largest inland delta - the Okavango Delta, with areas of green plains and the salt pans. This varied and diverse landscape is home to a wide range of African wildlife including the last remaining large populations of African Wild Dog (or African hunting dog), and many bird and reptile species. Botswana is also home to the remaining bushmen tribes of Africa whose lifestyles are shaped by the harsh and sometimes unforgiving surroundings, and who can be visited for lessons on sustainable living.
The country's capital is Gaborone and houses its main international airport to which international and intra-African flights operate. Botswana is bordered by South Africa to the south and south-east, Namibia to the west and north, and Zimbabwe to the northeast. Its close proximity to Victoria Falls in southern Zambia, means that visitors can combine a visit to Northern and Central Botswana easily with a few days at Victoria Falls.
English is widely spoken as well as the national language Tswana. Fans of Alexander McCall Smith will be familiar with the heart-warming stories set in this lovely landscape in the "No 1 Ladies Detective Agency" series. | 
