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Stories of the Delta

Neslted in the heart of the Khalahari Desert, the Okavango Delta is the worlds largest inland delta. Its waters are a lifeline for the million species that call it home.​​

 

But the Okavango Delta is under attack. Climate change, droughts and tourism threaten it's future.

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We're presenting at this years 'Postcards from the field' event on 31st October 2025. Tickets are available for both in-person and virtual attendees.

Echoes of the Okavango

In July 2025, a team of international explorers came together to journey through the Okavango Delta.


Our mission was to capture the story of this extraordinary ecosystem and to learn how local communities are working to protect it.

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Inspired by the traditional wooden canoe,  the mokoro, used by the people of the Delta for generations, we chose to travel by kayak, blending tradition with modern exploration.

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Echoes of the Okavango launched on 13 July 2025, embarking on a 14-day, 400-kilometre journey along the Boro River - tracing the lifeblood of one of the planet’s most pristine wilderness areas.

Echoes of the Okavango Expedition Team
Kayaking past elephants
Expedition Team on Safari Trek

​In the first few days, we paddled through vast expanses of papyrus and winding channels. As we ventured deeper into the Delta’s heart, we branched out into tributaries - some never before explored.

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Each night, we sat out under the stars - listening to our guides stories of their lives in the Delta and howit has changed over time.

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But our most impactful moments on expedition were away from the water.

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We took the opportunity to visit several settlements and villages across the Delta, to meet the locals, who welcomed us with open arms and shared their knowledge, traditions and hopes for the future.

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We learned how they manage tourism, development, and commercial projects responsibly - ensuring the protection of their environment. We saw how they promote equality in work opportunities and prioritise education for the next generation.

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After 14 unforgettable days, we arrived in Maun - marking the end of the Echoes of the Okavango expedition. It was an experience that was inspirational, humbling, and truly unforgettable.

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Feature:

Sidetracked Volume 34

We've made it into one of the greatest adventure magazine on the planet. Expedition Member Simone Talford tells the story of Echoes of the Okavango and features some of the incredible photography from Kacper Kordian.

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NEW BLOG POST

A 400km kayak expedition across Botswana’s Okavango Delta - wildlife, community, and the urgent fight to protect one of Earth’s last true wildernesses.

Echoes of the Okavango: An Expedition Through the Okavango Delta

Expedition Team

Echoes of the Okavango wouldn't have been possible without our incredible team.

Jay Frain. Expedition Leader. Echoes of the Okavango

Jay Frain

Expedtion Leader

and Medic

Naomi Vongyer. Echoes of the Okavango

Naomi Vongyer

Expedition Member

Comms Officer

Kacper Kordian. Expedition Photographer. Echoes of the Okavango

Kacper Kordian

Expedition Photographer

Pablo Rios Tubio. Echoes of the Okavango

Pablo Rios Tubio

Expedition Member

Wildlife expert

Gee. Echoes of the Okavango

Gee

Guide & Lead Tracker

Simone Talfourd. Echoes of the Okavango

Simone Talfourd

Expedition Member

John Sandenberg. Echoes of the Okavango

John Sandenberg

Lead Guide

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Daze

Guide & Wildlife spotter

Jenna Reed. Echoes of the Okavango

Jenna Reed

Expedition Member

Secondary Medic

Shadrak. Echoes of the Okavango

Shadrak

Guide & Expedition Cook

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