There are some places that call to you long before you ever arrive—destinations that whisper to your soul before the wheels have even touched the tarmac. They’re rare, golden journeys that imprint themselves on your spirit and linger long after the dust has been rinsed from your boots. For Ahnasa, Botswana—and the Okavango Delta in particular—was one of them: timeless, untamed, and utterly unforgettable.

In the spirit of crafting journeys rich in substance and soul, Ahnasa’s mother-daughter co- founders, Pana and Phera, set off on a 13-day immersion into Botswana’s heartland. Their mission? To experience the Delta as their guests would—firsthand, fully, and with eyes wide open to the magic that unfolds only when you’re truly present.

What followed was not your average site inspection. It was a beautifully choreographed dance through some of Botswana’s most exceptional properties—each with its own rhythm, charm, and wilderness heartbeat. Their journey began in the Selinda Reserve with Great Plains Conservation’s Selinda Camp and Okavango Explorers, where luxury meets raw, unfiltered beauty. From there, they ventured to the Khwai Concession to stay at the warm and welcoming Khwai Leadwood, then moved into the iconic Camp Moremi in the Moremi Game Reserve.

Just when it seemed the Delta couldn’t possibly get more enchanting, they headed deeper into the floodplains to Wilderness Kwetsani, tucked away in the ethereal Jao Concession. Scenic interludes by helicopter added a whole new layer of awe, culminating in a flight to one of the Delta’s most exciting new openings: Atzaró Okavango by African Bush Camps—a property that feels like it was dreamed up by the Delta herself.

During their stay at the different camps Pana and Phera soaked in the rhythm of each location, built genuine connections with the teams, and understood how every detail, from sundowners to safari guides, contributes to something much greater than a holiday: a transformation.

Botswana is a land of layered experiences. Mornings filled with the golden hush of a walking safari. Afternoons that float by as you drift along water channels in a mokoro. Nights alive with the thrill of spotting elusive nocturnal creatures under a starlit sky. Game drives, yes—but also soul drives, thrilling flights, and moments of stillness so profound they echo long after you’ve gone.

And those scenic flights? As much a part of the safari as the sightings below. From the sky, the Okavango reveals itself in full splendor: a living, breathing mosaic of shimmering water, palm- fringed islands, and wandering elephants, like brushstrokes on a canvas only nature could paint.

When asked what they took away from the journey, Pana and Phera didn’t hesitate:

“We didn’t want to leave. Not just because the wildlife was extraordinary (it absolutely was). Not just because the landscapes were among the most beautiful we’ve ever seen (and trust us, we’ve seen many). But because the Delta reminded us of something rare—that the world, when left wild and free, is still achingly beautiful. This is a place that touches something deep within you. It’s not a ‘someday’ destination. It’s a now destination. Because moments like this don’t wait forever. And memories like this? They’re not found. They’re made.”

At Ahnasa, we believe in magic grounded in meaning. Botswana has it in abundance. And we can’t wait to share it with you.

Company Contacts

Phera Jai (Co-Founder | Travel Designer)
E: Phera
T: +254 782 060 166 / +254 799 402 868
W: Ahnasa

Kalpana Jai (Co-Founder | Sales & Marketing)
E: Pana
T: +254 731 995 506

Sara Jamal (Travel Designer )
E: Sara
T: +1 724 984 7026

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