Sehithwa

Sehithwa is a village in the North West District of Botswana, located on the edge of the Ngami Basin south of Maun. It is a rural settlement with a population engaged in livestock farming and fishing in Lake Ngami when it holds water. The village has basic services and sits in a dry landscape of acacia savanna and mopane woodland on the southern fringe of the Okavango system.

By Plane

Maun International Airport (MUB) is approximately 100 km north-east.

By Car / Road

Sehithwa is on the main road between Maun and the A3 highway towards Nata. The road is paved. Driving time from Maun is about 1 hour.

Walkable. A vehicle is needed.

• Lake Ngami — A seasonal lake that fills during the Okavango floods, attracting flamingos and waterbirds when water levels are high.

• Birdwatching at Lake Ngami — When the lake has water, it is an important wetland for migratory birds.

Self-catering recommended. Maun has restaurants.

Carry bottled water. Local bars available.

No tourist accommodation. Stay in Maun.

Basic supplies at local shops. For more, visit Maun.

• Maun — 100 km north-east.
• Toteng — 15 km north.
• Nata — 180 km east on the A3 highway.