How to venture into the African wilds safely

Our group shared intense wildlife experiences, including watching these four lovely lionesses at waterholes in Namibia�s Etosha National Park. Credit: John Gardiner

Our tour accommodation exceeded expectations, like this beauty in the Namib Desert where we held our suitcase party. Credit: John Gardiner

Relaxing at our Okavango Delta campsite. Lions, hyena and elephants would visit our camp at night, however we were safe inside our tents with chemical toilet ensuite. Credit: John Gardiner

We came to trust our local guides implicitly, especially this friendly crew in the Okavango Delta. Credit: John Gardiner

Our tour accommodation exceeded expectations, like these beauties in the Mudumu National Park, Namibia. Credit: John Gardiner

In our �room� overlooking the Okavango River. I went to sleep listening to a hundred-plus elephants socialising across the river. Credit: John Gardiner

Hippos in the water, elephants on the bank in Botswana�s Chobe National Park. Credit: John Gardiner

The Okavango Delta outdoor shower - the most welcome of the trip. Credit: John Gardiner

Sunway�s Southern Circle safari tour covered all our Botswana and Namibia �must-sees�. Credit: John Gardiner