With over 25 years of experience in professional guiding, Joseph L. Mangate is among Botswana’s most respected safari guides. He was one of the first formally trained guides, graduating from the Botswana Wildlife Training Institute in 1999.His journey began with the Department of Tourism under the Botswana Government, where he honed his knowledge and passion for eco-tourism. Driven by a vision to connect people to nature without harming it, he founded Ambernature Tours & Safaris.
🧭 “Nature speaks in silence. My role is to help you listen.”
– Joseph Mangate
We offer a wide variety of unforgettable safari adventures designed to suit your travel style and preferences:
🧭 Customize your dream safari!
From destinations to activities, we create a unique safari itinerary just for you based on your interests, timeline, and budget.
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🦁 Adventure for all ages!
Our family-friendly safaris are perfect for creating lifelong memories. Activities are safe, fun, and educational for children and relaxing for parents.
🌄 Comfort meets adventure!
Travel from one handpicked lodge to another across stunning landscapes, enjoying the wilderness without compromising on comfort.
💫 Explore solo, travel smart!
For solo adventurers—we offer a special package where you pay for two but enjoy the full safari experience with personalized attention and safety.
🏕️ Stay in Style
Experience our semi-luxury safari in spacious Sahara-style en-suite tents, combining rustic charm with modern comfort.
Features include:
Private in-tent bathroom (hot bucket shower & drop toilet)
Comfortable bedding 🛏️
Solar lighting 💡
Stunning views of the wild 🌅
Enjoy fresh, wholesome meals prepared daily by our professional bush chef:
🍳 Breakfast – Served hot with tea & coffee
🥪 Brunch / Light Lunch – After the morning drive
🍰 Afternoon Tea – Cakes, snacks, and tea/coffee
🥗 Starter – Light appetizer before dinner
🍽️ Dinner – 3-course meal with your choice of
🍷 White or Red Wine
🍮 Dessert – Sweet ending to your day
We are proud of our experienced and passionate team who make your safari comfortable and enriching:
👨🍳 Chef – Prepares delicious meals in the bush
🧭 Professional Tour Guide – Knowledgeable and experienced wildlife expert
👨🔧 Camp Assistant – Ensures your camp is safe, clean, and running smoothly
💰 Rates are charged per day (NOT per night)
No hidden costs—our packages are inclusive of:
🚙 Game drives & guided activities
🍽️ All meals & drinks
🏕️ Accommodation in semi luxury tents
👨👩👧👦 Staff and services
🚿 Hot water & private facilities
🎟️ Park entry and camping fees (if applicable)
We provide both day and camping tours
🏙️ Maun Gateway to the Delta — a tourism hub with lodges, cultural tours, flights, and safari departures.
🌊 Okavango Delta A UNESCO World Heritage Site — one of the largest inland deltas in the world, famous for mokoro excursions, wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes.
🦁 Moremi Game Reserve Located within the Okavango Delta, Moremi offers rich biodiversity, big game, birdlife, and stunning floodplains.
🐘 Chobe National Park Known for having the largest elephant population in Africa, as well as river cruises, buffalo herds, and predator sightings.
🌳 Savuti (Chobe Region) A wild and remote area famous for lion and hyena activity, seasonal marshes, and dramatic predator-prey encounters.
🌾 Makgadikgadi Pans Vast salt flats that turn into a watery haven during the rains. Home to zebra migrations, flamingos, and baobabs.
🏞️ Nxai Pan National Park Known for its open pans, springbok, giraffes, and the iconic Baines’ Baobabs. Great during the green season.
🌄 Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) One of the world’s largest protected areas. Remote, wild, and serene with desert-adapted wildlife and San culture.
🦒 Khwai Community Concession A community-managed area rich in wildlife, offering walking safaris and night drives.
Game Drive
Mokoro Excursion
At Ambernature, we believe that tourism should nurture nature, not exploit it. Our operations are guided by principles of low-impact camping, local empowerment, and respect for wildlife and ecosystems.
♻️ “Take only pictures, leave only footprints.”
