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Botswana

Okavango Delta water safaris and the elephants of Chobe.

About Botswana

Botswana is a land of dramatic contrasts, where the arid Kalahari Desert meets the lush, life-giving waters of the Okavango Delta. Known as one of Africa's most stable and conservation-minded nations, it offers an exclusive and pristine safari experience. The country’s commitment to 'high-value, low-volume' tourism ensures that its vast wilderness remains untouched and tranquil. In the north, the Okavango Delta—a UNESCO World Heritage site—unfolds as a labyrinth of lily-covered lagoons and hidden channels, best explored by traditional mokoro. To the east, Chobe National Park boasts one of the world's largest elephant populations, providing spectacular sightings along the Chobe River floodplains. Further south, the surreal, shimmering salt crusts of the Makgadikgadi Pans offer a starkly beautiful landscape where the horizon seems to stretch into infinity. Whether watching a leopard lounge in a leadwood tree or witnessing the Great Zebra Migration, Botswana captures the raw essence of the African wild with unparalleled grace and intimacy.

Best time to go

The best time to visit is during the Dry Season from May to October. This period offers the best wildlife viewing as animals congregate around permanent water sources. June to August is peak flood season in the Okavango Delta, ideal for water-based safaris. The 'Green Season' (December to March) is excellent for birdwatching and newborn animals, though some remote areas may be inaccessible.

Currency

Botswana Pula (BWP)

Language

English and Setswana

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