RAW Botswana

The riding is simply superb in the reserve. The terrain is a mix of open flood plain, dry savannah and riverine bush, resulting in great change in pace and experiences as each day evolves.

We have between twenty and twenty four horses, ranging from Thoroughbreds to Boerperds, Arabs and Kalahari crosses, large to small. All are well schooled, well fed and cared for, well turned out and acclimatised to the area and to the game that you will encounter. We aim to offer a choice of English or trail saddles. Rides will not normally comprise more than six guests, and each ride is lead by a guide and accompanied by a back up.

We do not have set departures and prefer to be flexible. We do, however, recommend a minimum of 3 nights and suggest that the optimum stay is either 5 or 7 nights to include a night out at our fly camp.

Up to six hours per day are spent in the saddle - riding fitness is a distinct bonus! You must be able to rise to the trot, and control your horse at all speeds. We endeavour to match the riding ability of those on the rides so that all travel at a pace that matches riding ability. You may be required to gallop out of trouble, so we cannot take beginners, and it will be at the Company's discretion as to whether novice riders can be accepted, taking their own safety and that of the group as a whole into account.

You will be required to complete our Riding Questionnaire, which will enable us to match you to a horse that will suit. Riders should be aged 12 and over, and not be heavier than 95kgs, 210 lbs or 15 stone. It is entirely the responsibility of the client to supply their own well fitted hard hat or helmet, and the Company neither provides such hats nor accepts any liability for injury sustained as a result of failure to wear appropriate protection.