As you can see the topic was raised by P.Kat. I agree with you fully on the tourism-wave drowning the Chobe river front. It is becoming a bloody zoo up there. I am, as yourself (and others), also worried what the government of Botswana wants to do with making a lot of places too accessible. Tourism is a good thing but can not be left uncontrolled. Damn, were are the days that we had to drive to Tsodillo Hills over 4 hours, through deep sand with a beer in our hands?? Now it can be done in 45 min. and we should hope that the graffitty boys stay away!

Can I just say that your camp at Meno a Kwena deserves about 18 stars? Look up this camp up everyone, and realize that David has worked his fingers to the bone to ensure his camp is ecologically sound, has ensured the continued presence of wildlife under very challenging circumstances, and has contributed greatly to the health of his neighbouring national park. David had, and has, a dream that he aims to achieve despite all odds. He is actually working to reverse the progression of my 4Ds, and thus he should be consulting internationally. My hat off David, continue to be a wonderful example of careful tourism.

Responsible tourism is about the three B’s – Balance. Balance. Balance.