The Tswapong Hills of Botswana have been a cultural melting pot for nearly 2000 years. San, Venda, Pedi, Ndebele, Birwa and Ngwato peoples have all left their mark in the local cuisine and culture.
The virgin forest of the Hills has long been a source of wild vegetables, fruits and edible insects for the local people. With the help of your local hosts you will learn how to collect and prepare some of the forest produce and get to taste the best of the traditional cuisine.
Our multimedia presentation over dinner covers the geology, prehistory, history, agriculture and wildlife of the Tswapong Hills. We hope it will encourage you to extend your stay and explore the hidden facets of this fas...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
An interactive multimedia presentation over dinner
Torches if you wish to explore the farm by night
A buffet dinner of 100% authentic Batswapong dishes
A guided foraging experience in the Tswapong forests
Traditional ginger beer, mageu and other soft drinks
Motopi coffee and Motshudiri tea prepared from the trees on the farm
Tastings of the traditional drinks of the hills
Meeting Points
Departure
C599+4G Palapye
Signage to segaigai Farm begins on the North South Connector Pipeline Road at 22.5793 S, 027.1398 E. After our big sign the route is marked with white "S" markers all the way to the farm. The meeting point is the reception office just inside the farm gate.
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Tswapong Hills of Botswana have been a cultural melting pot for nearly 2000 years. San, Venda, Pedi, Ndebele, Birwa and Ngwato peoples have all left their mark in the local cuisine and culture.
The virgin forest of the Hills has long been a source of wild vegetables, fruits and edible insects for the local people. With the help of your local hosts you will learn how to collect and prepare some of the forest produce and get to taste the best of the traditional cuisine.
Our multimedia presentation over dinner covers the geology, prehistory, history, agriculture and wildlife of the Tswapong Hills. We hope it will encourage you to extend your stay and explore the hidden facets of this fas...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
An interactive multimedia presentation over dinner
Torches if you wish to explore the farm by night
A buffet dinner of 100% authentic Batswapong dishes
A guided foraging experience in the Tswapong forests
Traditional ginger beer, mageu and other soft drinks
Motopi coffee and Motshudiri tea prepared from the trees on the farm
Tastings of the traditional drinks of the hills
Meeting Points
Departure
C599+4G Palapye
Signage to segaigai Farm begins on the North South Connector Pipeline Road at 22.5793 S, 027.1398 E. After our big sign the route is marked with white "S" markers all the way to the farm. The meeting point is the reception office just inside the farm gate.
Return
Itinerary
A foraging expedition on foot on the farm and into the Tswapong Hills, a proposed UNESCO World Heritage Area. Then come back to the farm to participate in the preparation of some authentic local dishes, including several to tempt truly adventurous palates. Tastings of a range of local beverages and the honey from the local stingless wild bees. A three-course buffet dinner, served under the stars.
Enjoy an interactive multimedia presentation on the natural and human history of the Tswapong area as you eat.
If you wish, explore the farm by night after dinner. There is a frog listening post by the dam; and sightings of porcupines, ducklings, African hedgehogs and rock monitors are common. T...
