Brooks Kamanakao

Brooks Kamanakao

"I was really born in the bush" states Brooks. This rings true considering he grew up in the small village of Motopi, on the banks of the then flowing Boteti River and one of the main channels of the Okavango Delta.

Belonging to the Bayei tribe (people who introduced mokoros to the Okavango Delta), Brooks had a fascination with Botswana's wild areas from a young age. Determined to succeed, he began his career in tourism as a casual worker, soon being granted a position as a barman/waiter. As his interest was in the bush, he soon managed to move into the position of tracker which he pursued for a year before passing the Wilderness Safaris guides course in 2000.

Since then, Brooks has improved his bush knowledge and fine tuned hosting skills working at premier camps like Kings Pool and Mombo as senior guide. In early 2006, he joined the Explorations team to enhance his knowledge of other areas of the country, as well as spending more days with each group of guests.

A combination of superlative bush knowledge, friendly hosting and a wide interest in astronomy, birding and the diverse cultures of Botswana, has meant that Brooks has quickly become popular as both an Explorations guide and an often requested private Explorations guide.

Guided Safaris with Brooks Kamanakao

1. 14 Day Group Cross-Country Safari to Botswana - From $3,895.00
This safari is one of the least expensive ways to cover the game viewing areas of Botswana with a highly qualified guide. You will be traveling in a small group (8) driving from park to park by road with your guide and vehicle, except for a charter flight in and out of the Okavango Delta....view safari

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2. 14 Day Botswana 'Running Wild' Safari - From $8,375.00
This has to be the best way to go in Botswana. Running Wild around Botswana lead by an expert Private naturalist guide and your private vehicle! The guide has so much to offer, both on a personal basis and in wildlife knowledge. This is an opportunity to cherish for life traveling as a couple, a family or small group of friends. The program includes three days of superb game viewing at Mombo Camp in Moremi - many believe the best game viewing of wildlife in Southern Africa....view safari

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3. 12 Day Botswana Adventure Safari - From $4,895.00
This safari affords guests the rare opportunity to experience the culture of the Desert Bushmen in the Kalahari Desert, along with some excellent game viewing in the Okavango Delta and Selinda Game Reserve. Activities will focus on various aspects of both traditional and modern life. Walks will reveal the secrets of the bush and guests will learn about the traditional and medicinal uses of plants, discover where to find underground water, and will learn how the San survive using nature's abundant resources. ...view safari

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