Going Wild - Discover the Okavango Delta

James, a safari guide in Botswana, shares his experiences exploring the Okavango Delta using traditional maccaros. The video covers natural remedies, wildlife encounters, village life, and recreational activities. It highlights the importance of disconnecting to reconnect with nature and the thrill of tracking wildlife like leopards and buffalo. The journey emphasizes the beauty and challenges of the African bush, offering insights into the local culture and environment.

What is the primary purpose of using mcburrows in the Okavango Delta?

• To navigate through dense forests

• To travel where motorized boats cannot reach

• To transport goods across the delta

• To fish in deep waters

What is the local name for the base of the water lily flower, and how is it used?

• Lily root, used in soups

• Nymphea, used as a spice

• Tubo, boiled and eaten with fish

• Carelia, used in herbal tea

Which two animals are considered potentially dangerous while on a maccaro?

• Lions and elephants

• Snakes and spiders

• Hippos and crocodiles

• Buffaloes and leopards

What is the effect of touching a hairy caterpillar found during the safari?

• It gives a mild electric shock

• It leaves a sticky residue

• It causes a severe rash and itching

• It causes temporary blindness

How do elephants cool themselves when the temperature rises?

• By flapping their ears

• By standing in the shade

• By rolling in mud

• By going into the water

What unusual activity did the safari guides engage in at the local tuckshop?

• Playing pool next to elephants

• Fishing in a nearby pond

• Dancing with locals

• Cooking traditional meals

What is the significance of the 'anti trunk trail' observed during the safari?

• It is a track left by migrating birds

• It is a route used by local villagers

• It is a trail made by ants for efficient movement

• It is a path cleared by elephants

What makes tracking a leopard in the bush particularly challenging?

• Their ability to climb trees

• Their stealth and ability to blend in

• Their nocturnal habits

• Their speed and agility

What is the common saying mentioned about taking risks during the safari?

• You should jump to journey

• You need to dive to discover

• You must risk it to get the biscuit

• You have to leap to learn

What was the reaction of the guides upon spotting the leopard?

• Disappointment due to its quick disappearance

• Fear of being attacked

• Indifference as it is a common sight

• Excitement and awe at the rare sighting