Botswana
Celebrated for its rich landscape and plentiful wildlife, Botswana is a top contender for the best safari destination in Africa.
From the wildlife-clad Savuti Channel to the twisting lagoons and narrow waterways of the Okavango Delta, and the expansive Makgadikgadi saltpans to the tranquil Chobe River, Botswana’s landscape provides travelers with a tremendous assortment of relaxing and adventurous Botswana safari tours.
In addition to the plentiful wildlife found throughout the country’s varying terrain, Botswana is also home to the Sans tribe, one of the oldest civilizations globally. Some of the most rewarding Botswana safari tours are led by local Sans tribesmen who introduce guests to their unique lifestyles and traditions passed down from thousands of generations.
- Discover pure bliss on your private veranda at one of Botswana’s most praised camps or relax with a cocktail in hand on the Chobe River sunset cruise.
- Embark on interactive bush walks with the Sans tribesmen and discover their traditional survival skills, medicinal uses for plants, and 20,000-year-old Sans rock paintings.
- Explore the Okavango Delta from a bird’s eye view as you soar above the grass flats via helicopter or take part in an exhilarating game drive to witness the Big Five.
OVERVIEW
Climate: During the summer months between November & March, days are hot and sometimes reach into the 90s, but temperatures decline slightly during afternoon showers. The winter months between May & August offer delightfully warm days, becoming chillier at sunset until dawn.
Credit Cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners are widely accepted.
Currency: Botswana Pula, however, US dollars are accepted at most camps. Carry sufficient funds in cash to pay for tips, shopping, activities & meals/snacks outside of hotels. Carry a mix of small & large denominations which are newer than 2006.
Geography: Botswana is a landlocked country in southern Africa, bordered by South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
Languages: English & Setswana
Medical: Malaria Pills are highly recommended for travel. Please check with your physician as to the proper dosage if necessary.
Packing: Lightweight natural-colored clothing is preferable, i.e. khaki, brown, and beige, if visiting safari camps a jacket/fleece for evenings or cool days. Some of the city hotels require more formal dress for evenings. The lodges and camps are very informal and casual clothes are suitable.
Visas: US Citizens do not require holiday visas to enter Botswana. Passports must have at least 2 blank pages per country visited AND must be valid for 6 months after departure.
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