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The Country Traveller
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Countryside stuff and Travel stuff - that's The Country Traveller channel!
On our channel you'll find videos that cover anything related to the countryside and nature, particularly in The New Forest. This includes:
- The New Forest Video Diary, uploaded every other month.
- Nature
- Historical places of interest
- Virtual walks in the countryside - you can watch these for pleasure or use them to help with your exercising at home or in the gym
- Walking with Edith, the miniature schnauzer - a series of dog walks in the countryside
You'll also see travel videos covering places that we have visited, both in the UK and abroad. This includes historical walks around towns and cities with narration and historical context.
On our channel you'll find videos that cover anything related to the countryside and nature, particularly in The New Forest. This includes:
- The New Forest Video Diary, uploaded every other month.
- Nature
- Historical places of interest
- Virtual walks in the countryside - you can watch these for pleasure or use them to help with your exercising at home or in the gym
- Walking with Edith, the miniature schnauzer - a series of dog walks in the countryside
You'll also see travel videos covering places that we have visited, both in the UK and abroad. This includes historical walks around towns and cities with narration and historical context.
The wonderful wildlife on Botswana's Chobe River #botswana #chobenationalpark
A look at the fantastic wildlife you can expect when you take a cruise down the Chobe River. This is a very popular excursion when you visit Chobe or when you stay at Victoria Falls - a visit to the Chobe River is a comfortable (and unmissable) day trip from Vic Falls.
Chobe is a renowned national park located in the northeastern part of Botswana, near the borders with Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. It is one of the most popular safari destinations in Africa and is famous for its rich biodiversity, especially its large elephant population.
#thecountrytraveller #botswana #choberiver
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Botswana Videos:
Muchenje Lodge in Chobe: ua-cam.com/video/qBPRSmuF_GE/v-deo.html
Rra Dinare Camp in the Okavango Delta: ua-cam.com/video/NRWJaKdz6lg/v-deo.html
Big 5 in the Okavango Delta: ua-cam.com/video/HT3hLEgDtck/v-deo.html
Chobe River Wildlife: ua-cam.com/video/CDHgATNGC9s/v-deo.html
The Suicidal Antelope: ua-cam.com/video/Yc2maHbgmNI/v-deo.html
Other videos you might like:
Tigers in Ranthambore, India: ua-cam.com/video/OIiFR14lVF8/v-deo.html
The famous Okaukuejo Waterhole in Etosha, Namibia: ua-cam.com/video/zFK_cPosi30/v-deo.html
Mawamba Lodge at Tortuguero in Costa Rica: ua-cam.com/video/SMiskNj7Txs/v-deo.html
Thanks to Ian Craggs for additional images
Here's more about Chobe National Park:
Size and Location: Chobe National Park spans about 11,700 square kilometers (4,500 square miles). It is located in the northern region of Botswana, bordered by the Chobe River to the north, and is part of the Kalahari ecosystem.
Elephants: Chobe is most famous for its large elephant population. It is home to one of the largest concentrations of elephants in Africa, with estimates suggesting over 120,000 elephants. The park's diverse habitats-ranging from riverine forests to savannas-support a wide variety of wildlife.
2. Wildlife:
Apart from elephants, Chobe is home to a rich variety of wildlife, including lions, leopards, hyenas, buffalo, giraffes, and various antelope species such as impala, kudu, and sable. The park also hosts numerous bird species, making it a prime destination for birdwatching enthusiasts.
Chobe River: The river acts as a critical water source for wildlife, and boat safaris along the river offer a unique view of animals like hippos, crocodiles, and elephants drinking at the riverbanks.
3. Activities:
Safari Game Drives: Visitors can explore the park by 4x4 vehicles on guided game drives, providing opportunities to observe the wildlife in its natural environment.
Boat Safaris: The Chobe River offers the chance for boat safaris, where visitors can view animals from the water-particularly elephants, buffalo, and antelope that gather along the river to drink.
Bird Watching: Chobe is a paradise for bird watchers, with over 450 species recorded in the park, including birds like the African fish eagle, white-backed vulture, and marabou stork.
Fishing: Anglers can enjoy fishing in certain parts of the Chobe River, especially for species like tigerfish and bream.
4. Chobe's Ecosystems:
Riverfront: The Chobe Riverfront is the park’s most visited area, known for its lush vegetation and high concentrations of wildlife, especially during the dry season when animals converge at the river to drink.
Savanna and Woodland: Chobe also has areas of woodland and savanna, where different species can be found, particularly in the park's interior areas.
5. Tourism and Accessibility:
Chobe is easily accessible from the town of Kasane, which is nearby and has an international airport. Many tourists also visit Chobe as part of a broader tour of the Okavango Delta or the Victoria Falls region, which is a short distance away in Zimbabwe or Zambia.
There are a variety of accommodation options in and around Chobe, including luxury lodges, tented camps, and self-catering campsites.
6. Conservation:
Chobe is a key area for wildlife conservation, and Botswana's government has implemented strict anti-poaching measures to protect the park’s elephants and other species. It also plays an essential role in regional conservation efforts, with collaborations with neighboring countries like Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe through cross-border wildlife management and preservation programs.
7. Cultural and Historical Context:
The name "Chobe" is thought to be derived from the word "Tswana," the main ethnic group in Botswana, and it is believed to refer to a "river of plenty," highlighting the importance of the Chobe River to the area’s ecosystem and wildlife.
Chobe National Park remains one of the must-see wildlife destinations in Africa, known for its stunning landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable safari experiences.
Chobe is a renowned national park located in the northeastern part of Botswana, near the borders with Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. It is one of the most popular safari destinations in Africa and is famous for its rich biodiversity, especially its large elephant population.
#thecountrytraveller #botswana #choberiver
Please subscribe to our channel, to help it grow! tinyurl.com/r8tos6k
Botswana Videos:
Muchenje Lodge in Chobe: ua-cam.com/video/qBPRSmuF_GE/v-deo.html
Rra Dinare Camp in the Okavango Delta: ua-cam.com/video/NRWJaKdz6lg/v-deo.html
Big 5 in the Okavango Delta: ua-cam.com/video/HT3hLEgDtck/v-deo.html
Chobe River Wildlife: ua-cam.com/video/CDHgATNGC9s/v-deo.html
The Suicidal Antelope: ua-cam.com/video/Yc2maHbgmNI/v-deo.html
Other videos you might like:
Tigers in Ranthambore, India: ua-cam.com/video/OIiFR14lVF8/v-deo.html
The famous Okaukuejo Waterhole in Etosha, Namibia: ua-cam.com/video/zFK_cPosi30/v-deo.html
Mawamba Lodge at Tortuguero in Costa Rica: ua-cam.com/video/SMiskNj7Txs/v-deo.html
Thanks to Ian Craggs for additional images
Here's more about Chobe National Park:
Size and Location: Chobe National Park spans about 11,700 square kilometers (4,500 square miles). It is located in the northern region of Botswana, bordered by the Chobe River to the north, and is part of the Kalahari ecosystem.
Elephants: Chobe is most famous for its large elephant population. It is home to one of the largest concentrations of elephants in Africa, with estimates suggesting over 120,000 elephants. The park's diverse habitats-ranging from riverine forests to savannas-support a wide variety of wildlife.
2. Wildlife:
Apart from elephants, Chobe is home to a rich variety of wildlife, including lions, leopards, hyenas, buffalo, giraffes, and various antelope species such as impala, kudu, and sable. The park also hosts numerous bird species, making it a prime destination for birdwatching enthusiasts.
Chobe River: The river acts as a critical water source for wildlife, and boat safaris along the river offer a unique view of animals like hippos, crocodiles, and elephants drinking at the riverbanks.
3. Activities:
Safari Game Drives: Visitors can explore the park by 4x4 vehicles on guided game drives, providing opportunities to observe the wildlife in its natural environment.
Boat Safaris: The Chobe River offers the chance for boat safaris, where visitors can view animals from the water-particularly elephants, buffalo, and antelope that gather along the river to drink.
Bird Watching: Chobe is a paradise for bird watchers, with over 450 species recorded in the park, including birds like the African fish eagle, white-backed vulture, and marabou stork.
Fishing: Anglers can enjoy fishing in certain parts of the Chobe River, especially for species like tigerfish and bream.
4. Chobe's Ecosystems:
Riverfront: The Chobe Riverfront is the park’s most visited area, known for its lush vegetation and high concentrations of wildlife, especially during the dry season when animals converge at the river to drink.
Savanna and Woodland: Chobe also has areas of woodland and savanna, where different species can be found, particularly in the park's interior areas.
5. Tourism and Accessibility:
Chobe is easily accessible from the town of Kasane, which is nearby and has an international airport. Many tourists also visit Chobe as part of a broader tour of the Okavango Delta or the Victoria Falls region, which is a short distance away in Zimbabwe or Zambia.
There are a variety of accommodation options in and around Chobe, including luxury lodges, tented camps, and self-catering campsites.
6. Conservation:
Chobe is a key area for wildlife conservation, and Botswana's government has implemented strict anti-poaching measures to protect the park’s elephants and other species. It also plays an essential role in regional conservation efforts, with collaborations with neighboring countries like Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe through cross-border wildlife management and preservation programs.
7. Cultural and Historical Context:
The name "Chobe" is thought to be derived from the word "Tswana," the main ethnic group in Botswana, and it is believed to refer to a "river of plenty," highlighting the importance of the Chobe River to the area’s ecosystem and wildlife.
Chobe National Park remains one of the must-see wildlife destinations in Africa, known for its stunning landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable safari experiences.
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The Suicidal Antelope #thecountrytraveller
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See the antelope run towards the light aircraft - will it end messily? Please subscribe to our channel, to help it grow! tinyurl.com/r8tos6k Botswana Videos: Muchenje Lodge in Chobe: ua-cam.com/video/qBPRSmuF_GE/v-deo.html Rra Dinare Camp in the Okavango Delta: ua-cam.com/video/NRWJaKdz6lg/v-deo.html Big 5 in the Okavango Delta: ua-cam.com/video/HT3hLEgDtck/v-deo.html Chobe River Wildlife: ua-c...
Exploring The Charm Of Lavenham: A narrated historical walk #thecountrytraveller
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Great to see these animals
That’s a mighty impressive experience Rob to see Africa’s biggest Animals in their environment 👌🏻 (A tower of giraffe 🦒) didn’t know that ! ATB Simon
Thanks Simon. It's an amazing place to see wildlife. Yes, I like the 'tower of giraffes' too :) Thanks for watching, much appreciated. Best wishes, Rob
What an amazing experience. Lovely video Rob
Thanks Anne, I'm pleased you like it. The wildlife along the river is spectacular. All the best, Rob
Amazing thank you
Thanks walktime. It's an amazing place to see wildlife. Thanks for watching, much appreciated. Best wishes, Rob
cool to see life in the wild *thumbs up👍Au💯full view always*
Thanks Billy. It's an amazing place to see wildlife. Best wishes, Rob
Hello, Rob! You showcased such a marvelous nature! Absolutely amazing! It must have been such an incredible experience! Sceneries and creatures are so beautiful and perfect together in this ambient. HUGS and cheers, my friend! Renata 👍👏😘🖐🖐
Thank you Rob. We visited Botswana last year in June. It is a wonderful place to go if you like wild animals. So much to see. Thanks for watching Renata, much appreciated. Best wishes, Rob
@TheCountryTraveller I imagine it! A great experience for sure! Ciao, Rob!
A Journey of Giraffes...I like that. Love that Black Heron.
Thanks Anne. I like a 'tower' of giraffes - very fitting. The black heron fishing was interesting. I don't know how successful they are but I'm sure the approach works. Best wishes, Rob
@TheCountryTraveller It must have a huge effect, like me using a rubber camera lens hood to block reflections from glass.
@@A.L.Gardner Yes, that's right Anne. It was very interesting to watch, though we didn't see the bird eat anything.
Really my creatures. Nice and interesting place to visit.
Thank you HDWA. We visited Botswana last year in June. It is a wonderful place to go if you like wild animals. So much to see. Thanks for watching, much appreciated. Best wishes, Rob
Hi Rob this looked amazing going on this cruise, you took fabulous footage from this raft. Adorable birds and giraffes too. Loved the elephants, sooo many of them there 😃 Looks like you made some great memories there :) ~ Anna 👍
Thanks Anna. We visited Botswana last year in June. It is a wonderful place to go if you like wild animals. So much to see. Thanks for watching, much appreciated. Best wishes, Rob
Is that really Shelburne 😊
Haha no it isn't. It's in the middle of the Mekong River in Vietnam 😃 Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Rob
❤😊 I started walking to your video today , i loved the walk and enjoyed every minute strolling through the new forest , I am suffering from psychological illness and do not venture out of my home to much , you made my mood lift by the cheer ons and when I finished the walk I said to myself I feel good and happy, you have lifted my mood and I thank you and am looking forward to walking with you again ❤😂
Hi Stephanie. I'm sorry to hear about your illness but I'm pleased that you found the walking video useful. Thank you for your kind comments. Here is a link to some more walking videos, of various lengths: studio.ua-cam.com/users/playlistPLA8cjk5bn-6UuNqKqNuEepj8Mky-lvnyE/videos Some of these are walks around towns, others are in the countryside. I hope you find some of them interesting. Best wishes, Rob
Hello, my friend! Always nice to enjoy nature and creatures! Hope the 2025 will be a better year in many ways. HUGS and Best Wishes for the New Year! Renata
Hi Renata, Happy New Year to you. Yes, I hope it will be a better year too - I think it will be :) Best wishes, Rob
@TheCountryTraveller Thank you so much, Rob!! Cheers!
Been a pretty mild Nov/Dec again this year, although we are forecasted ice and possible snow tomorrow. We used to feed the birds in our garden every winter for years but we got invaded with wood pigeons and magpies, so stopped, as the other smaller birds did not get a look in. The flood are awful every year and seemed to be getting worse now as well. What a shame about the young farmer but good that he is being remembered with the tractor parade. Cheers Alan
Hi Alan, I hope you had a good Christmas and New Year. I think you are in for some snow at the weekend (the forecast has moved on :) ) but rain here. Yesterday it was blowing a hoolie, today we have bright sun and frost. Thanks for watching the vid, as always and taking the time to comment. We stopped feeding the birds a couple of winters ago for the same reason (plus rats) but we've started again this winter. I haven't been spending as much time on UA-cam lately as I've had a lot of things on. Plus I'm getting told off for spending too much time on my laptop :) Roll on Spring! All the best, Rob
Nice update, especially the fungi!
Thanks for watching and Happy New Year!
Links to other video diary updates in the text - thanks for watching!
Very interesting look at Chobe!
Merry Christmas, Rob, and family ❤ 7:26
Thanks Anne and Happy Christmas and New Year to you :)
Thanks for watching - please give us a LIKE! You might also like this video of wildlife in Botswana: ua-cam.com/video/HT3hLEgDtck/v-deo.html
What an excellent video!!! I am reading a book about the Cerne Giant by Peter Knight and it is so wonderful to take this walk with you to see it, even though it is best seen from across the Valley.. Having Welsh Scottish and English ancestry I would love to see all the standing stones and ancient monuments but I won't be able to see them all and your videos are really appreciated because I feel like I am there. Needing distractions from America right now as well.
Thanks very much Jan, I'm pleased that you enjoyed the video. The Cerne Giant is quite spectacular but is currently in need of a clean up! If you like British history and heritage you might like this walk around Winchester, which was the capital of England 1,000 years ago. ua-cam.com/video/6J42JKKA2QU/v-deo.html Thanks again for watching and Happy Christmas! Best wishes, Rob
@@TheCountryTraveller Thank you so much Rob. I will definitely watch it. As you might imagine, half of America is not too happy with our own circumstances right now and it is wonderful to imagine I am walking along those country roads to get away from the clownshow here. My ancestors were from England probably the Yorkshire area and also Wales and Scotland.
@@jandunn169 Thanks Jan. Yes interesting days for you in the US and for the rest of us, I suspect. I hope the pessimists are wrong about 2025 and we have a better year than predicted. Happy New Year and best wishes, Rob
@@TheCountryTraveller Thank you Rob. Yor videos are much appreciated and will watch more. I am learning Gaelic and Welsh in the meantime to take my mind off things.
Wow 😍
Thanks for watching!
Nice one .....well done !!!
Thanks very much, I'm pleased you enjoyed it. Best wishes, Rob
Out of admiration and a keen desire to explore England's wonderful countryside and its enchanting heritage, this is the type of content I was insistently trying to unearth on UA-cam for quite long. How delighted I am that my search led me to this video today. Thank you for this excellent material Sir and all the best wishes from Eastern Europe.
Thank you very much. I am pleased that you liked the video of Lavenham - it is a lovely village. Thanks for watching and best wishes, Rob
A nice drive my friend *🥸fully viewed🤖Au🦘☑thumbs up👍👍*
Thanks Billy!
Lovely autumn scenery, quite spectacular
Yes, the autumn leaves are quite something!
Thanks for watching this tour in the Autumn. Here is a similar tour in the Spring: ua-cam.com/video/mVoiOTDc3kk/v-deo.html Please give us a LIKE :)
How neat. What a great catch on video.
If you are ever in Namibia, that waterhole at Etosha is a must visit, particularly in the dry season.
A real pachyderm parade.
Yes, indeed it was! Thaks for watching and best wishes, Rob
Just found your lovely channel and subscribed.
Tx very much. I'll have a look at your part of the world later. Best wishes, Rob
Beautiful shots, fun to watch 👌
Tx Robert, I'm pleased you liked it. Apologies for the delay in replying, we've been away. Best wishes, Rob
Thank you for the tour!
Tx you two! It's well worth a visit if you venture to Suffolk. Apologies for the delay in replying, we've been away. Hope all is well with you. Best wishes, Rob
Enjoyed that Rob ATB Simon 🤠👍
Tx Simon. Apologies for the delay in replying, we've been away. Hope all is well with you. Best wishes, Rob
Really enjoyed.Thank you 😊Kim 63 Minneapolis Minnesota
Tx Kim, I'm pleased you like my video diaries from across the pond! All the best, Rob
I really enjoyed this update. Thank you
Thanks so much!
nice to catchup with whats happening there *🦘Au🦘💯full view always📺thumbs up👍happy halloween😎*
Tx Billy, much appreciated. All the best, Rob
Amazing video about the pigs. Thank u ❤
Thanks 36degrees. The pigs are let out on the forest every autumn. Best wishes, Rob
These videos are so lovely, I really enjoy them.
Thank you so much, I'm pleased you like them! Best wishes, Rob
I visited the new forest in the early 90s. Have no idea of the name of the place where we stayed but I remember the house and outside very well. Would love to go back. It's been far too long
Tx for watching the vid and taking the time to comment, much appreciated. The forest areas would look much the same to you but the towns will look quite different. Thanks again and best wishes, Rob
I really enjoyed this walking tour of the Swan Hotel in Lavenham. It was very informative, and I learned a lot about the hotel and the surrounding area. Thanks for the tour!
Thanks very much for watching, I'm pleased you found the vid interesting. The Swan is a great place to stay if you're in the area. Best wishes, Rob
outstanding and well done 👍🙏💪
Thanks very much, I'm pleased you liked it!
Hello, my friend. This Hotel looks a great place for a perfect, relaxing staycation. Wishing you a joyful weekend. Ciao. Renata
Hi Renata. It is a lovely hotel and we really enjoyed our 2 night stay. Thanks for watching and best wishes, Rob
@@TheCountryTraveller All the best! Ciao!
nice walking tour looks a cool hotel *🥸fully viewed🤖Au🦘☑thumbs up👍👍*
Hi Billy, It's a lovely hotel. Not cheap, but worth it. Best wishes, Rob
Looks a very nice establishment Rob 👌🏻 The connections to the airfields and flyers of the past is nice 👍 Best wishes Simon 🤠👍
Hi Simon. Yes, the bar is full of nostalgia and the comments on the wall are all the more poignant when you think that many of the writers didn't make it back home after the war. Recommended if you're looking for somewhere to stay in the area! Tx for watching. Best wishes, Rob
Looks great place to stay. Thanks for the tour.
Thanks. Recommended if you're looking for somewhere to stay in the area! Tx for watching. Best wishes, Rob
Thanks for watching this video of the Swan Hotel and Spa in Lavenham. Here is a video of a walk around historic Lavenham: ua-cam.com/video/nhG0xCVaNBg/v-deo.html
It is quite a few years since we went on the (Southern) Broads and the holiday was not without incident. First, we didn't know how to stop the engine (cut the fuel) and had to return to the yard to get shouted instructions. Then, not realising it was tidal, we had moored at Lodden and found the boat gradually tilting to one side (happily not too far). When crossing the path of the chain ferry at Reedham there was a loud bang which caused consternation until we realised a piece of wood trim had fallen off the cabin wall and we hadn't got caught on the chain. We had a very slab sided boat which the wind loved and going along the Cut was a real challenge. However, we then ventured to Berney Arms where we were nearly run down by an 80 seat excursion boat (whose passenges then took over the pub we had planned to lunch in) but at least it was less alarming than the 700 ton freighter we met on a bend near Oulton Broad. But perhaps the most "thrilling" moment was coming along the Waveney to St. Olaves with the wind pushing us hard from behind. As we arrived we realised we weren't going to get under the bridge and, since the boat lacked brakes, in the end I managed a 90 degree swerve into a small dock area and then a more controlled mooring just short of the bridge. Despite all this, however, we really enjoyed our holiday; when we finallly got back in our car to return home I found it quite difficult to go over 20 mph, it seemed so fast!
That sounds like a very hairy first trip on the Broads! I think that a lot of people don't realise that the Broads are tidal. We moored at Great Yarmouth once and we didn't realise how far the tide goes out. Fortunately, someone who knew what they were doing at the yacht club showed us how to tie up properly without leaving the boat high and dry when the tide went out. Thanks for taking the time to write a really interesting comment! Best wishes, Rob
I remember a broads brochure in the 1950s which said 'it is a safely adventurous holiday with new thrills which Old hands regularly enjoy'. Your experience certainly fits the bill. I spent many Broads holidays in the 1950s and 60s in cabin cruising sailing yachts WITHOUT ENGINES and had various hairy experiences and also absolutely magically enjoyable ones. It was a fascinating boating subculture quite distinct from the canals on the one hand and coastal/estuarine yachting on the other.
Hi friend, your video is interesting to watch, I enjoyed watching it, thanks for sharing. Have a great weekend
Thanks very much for watching the vid, I'm pleased you found it interesting. Best wishes, Rob
Thanks for stopping by!
Thanks for watching the vid, much appreciated. You have a fabulous house! Best wishes, Rob
I nearly ran aground on Breydon Water. Another boat tooted his horn off my port side and when I saw how far out of the channel I was I was horrified. I kept plenty of revs on and manouvered to port pretty sharpish. I still get chills thinking about it.
Yes, you need to be careful. We haven't crossed Breydon Water but we have been down to Great Yarmouth - very tidal and fast flowing. I prefer the calmer waters farther upriver :) Thanks for watching the vid and best wishes, Rob
shit!!
I thought the antelope's life was going to end then, it must have been close. Tx for watching and best wishes, Rob
That impala was IN FRONT of the plane!!
I think you're right. I've watched it several times and thought the antelope was behind but now I'm with you, it was in front. It must have been a very close call! Tx for watching and best wishes, Rob