Friday, November 20, 2015

Out of the Jurisdiction: Traveling by Makoros at the Xigera Bush Camp

Xigera Bush Camp is in the Okavango Delta of Botswana.  For centuries, the people in nearby villages have got around by poling through the shallow water in dugout canoes called makoros.


My group took a peaceful makoro ride through the reeds, water lilies and water shields.
The water was calm.  Birds and reflections were plentiful.


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11 comments:

  1. John "By Stargoose And Hanglands"November 20, 2015 at 6:05 AM

    Although constructed differently the shape and size is very similar to the kind of boats used for eel fishing in the fens of East Anglia.
    See here: http://www.wisbechstandard.co.uk/news/fenland_peter_prepares_for_a_long_punt_1_388255

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  2. MersadNovember 20, 2015 at 7:12 AM

    The makoros really do look interesting, especially in the second image, where there is a bunch of them.

    Mersad
    Mersad Donko Photography

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  3. KateNovember 20, 2015 at 7:37 AM

    The area reminds me of the low country of South Carolina. Terrific boats!

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  4. LOLfromPasaNovember 20, 2015 at 9:16 AM

    Amazing adventure.

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  5. RedPatNovember 20, 2015 at 11:14 AM

    What a wonderful experience you are having, Jack!

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  6. Sylvia KNovember 20, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    Another wonderful adventure indeed!! You do make the most of your trips and I am SO glad you share them with us!! Have a great weekend! Stay safe!!

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  7. SharonNovember 20, 2015 at 12:08 PM

    That must have been enjoyable!

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  8. AnonymousNovember 20, 2015 at 10:23 PM

    lovely shots

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  9. Margaret Birding For PleasureNovember 21, 2015 at 12:26 AM

    Looks so peacceful. Fabulous reflections. Have a lovely weekend

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  10. jennyfrecklesNovember 21, 2015 at 11:58 AM

    That looks very relaxing.

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  11. William KendallNovember 22, 2015 at 4:04 PM

    A new word. Beautiful shots, Jack!

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