{"id":7061025,"date":"2026-09-19T11:30:55","date_gmt":"2026-09-19T11:30:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/things-to-know-before-you-visit-botswana\/"},"modified":"2026-09-19T11:30:55","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T11:30:55","slug":"things-to-know-before-you-visit-botswana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7061025","title":{"rendered":"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<div id=\"dpsp-content-top\" class=\"dpsp-content-wrapper dpsp-shape-rectangular dpsp-size-medium dpsp-no-labels-mobile dpsp-show-on-mobile dpsp-button-style-1\" style=\"min-height:40px;position:relative\">\n<ul class=\"dpsp-networks-btns-wrapper dpsp-networks-btns-share dpsp-networks-btns-content dpsp-column-auto dpsp-has-button-icon-animation\" style=\"padding:0;margin:0;list-style-type:none\">\n<li class=\"dpsp-network-list-item dpsp-network-list-item-facebook\" style=\"float:left\">\n\t<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.heleninwonderlust.co.uk%2Fbotswana-travel-tips%2F&amp;t=Things%20to%20Know%20Before%20You%20Visit%20Botswana\" class=\"dpsp-network-btn dpsp-facebook dpsp-first dpsp-has-label dpsp-has-label-mobile\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Share on Facebook\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" style=\"font-size:14px;padding:0rem;max-height:40px\">\t<span class=\"dpsp-network-icon \"><span class=\"dpsp-network-icon-inner\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.1\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 32\"><default:path d=\"M17.12 0.224v4.704h-2.784q-1.536 0-2.080 0.64t-0.544 1.92v3.392h5.248l-0.704 5.28h-4.544v13.568h-5.472v-13.568h-4.544v-5.28h4.544v-3.904q0-3.328 1.856-5.152t4.96-1.824q2.624 0 4.064 0.224z\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n\t<span class=\"dpsp-network-label dpsp-network-hide-label-mobile\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"dpsp-network-list-item dpsp-network-list-item-x\" style=\"float:left\">\n\t<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Things%20to%20Know%20Before%20You%20Visit%20Botswana&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.heleninwonderlust.co.uk%2Fbotswana-travel-tips%2F\" class=\"dpsp-network-btn dpsp-x dpsp-has-label dpsp-has-label-mobile\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Share on X\" title=\"Share on X\" style=\"font-size:14px;padding:0rem;max-height:40px\">\t<span class=\"dpsp-network-icon \"><span class=\"dpsp-network-icon-inner\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.1\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 28\"><default:path d=\"M25.2,1.5h4.9l-10.7,12.3,12.6,16.7h-9.9l-7.7-10.1-8.8,10.1H.6l11.5-13.1L0,1.5h10.1l7,9.2L25.2,1.5ZM23.5,27.5h2.7L8.6,4.3h-2.9l17.8,23.2Z\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n\t<span class=\"dpsp-network-label dpsp-network-hide-label-mobile\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"dpsp-network-list-item dpsp-network-list-item-pinterest\" style=\"float:left\">\n\t<button rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-href=\"#\" class=\"dpsp-network-btn dpsp-pinterest dpsp-last dpsp-has-label dpsp-has-label-mobile\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Save to Pinterest\" title=\"Save to Pinterest\" style=\"font-size:14px;padding:0rem;max-height:40px\">\t<span class=\"dpsp-network-icon \"><span class=\"dpsp-network-icon-inner\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.1\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 23 32\"><default:path d=\"M0 10.656q0-1.92 0.672-3.616t1.856-2.976 2.72-2.208 3.296-1.408 3.616-0.448q2.816 0 5.248 1.184t3.936 3.456 1.504 5.12q0 1.728-0.32 3.36t-1.088 3.168-1.792 2.656-2.56 1.856-3.392 0.672q-1.216 0-2.4-0.576t-1.728-1.568q-0.16 0.704-0.48 2.016t-0.448 1.696-0.352 1.28-0.48 1.248-0.544 1.12-0.832 1.408-1.12 1.536l-0.224 0.096-0.16-0.192q-0.288-2.816-0.288-3.36 0-1.632 0.384-3.68t1.184-5.152 0.928-3.616q-0.576-1.152-0.576-3.008 0-1.504 0.928-2.784t2.368-1.312q1.088 0 1.696 0.736t0.608 1.824q0 1.184-0.768 3.392t-0.8 3.36q0 1.12 0.8 1.856t1.952 0.736q0.992 0 1.824-0.448t1.408-1.216 0.992-1.696 0.672-1.952 0.352-1.984 0.128-1.792q0-3.072-1.952-4.8t-5.12-1.728q-3.552 0-5.952 2.304t-2.4 5.856q0 0.8 0.224 1.536t0.48 1.152 0.48 0.832 0.224 0.544q0 0.48-0.256 1.28t-0.672 0.8q-0.032 0-0.288-0.032-0.928-0.288-1.632-0.992t-1.088-1.696-0.576-1.92-0.192-1.92z\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n\t<span class=\"dpsp-network-label dpsp-network-hide-label-mobile\">Pinterest<\/span><\/button><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"last-updated\">Last updated on September 10th, 2026 at 09:39 pm<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong><em>Please Note:<\/em><\/strong> <em>Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate sales help with the running costs of this site and allow me to keep creating useful travel content, so thank you for your support!<\/em> <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/affiliate-disclosure\/\">Full Affiliate Disclosure<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-49850\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Things-to-Know-Before-You-Visit-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Things-to-Know-Before-You-Visit-Botswana.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Things-to-Know-Before-You-Visit-Botswana-464x696.jpg 464w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Things-to-Know-Before-You-Visit-Botswana-348x522.jpg 348w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Things-to-Know-Before-You-Visit-Botswana-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>I\u2019ve been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my <strong>Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure<\/strong> trips, and it\u2019s somewhere I never get tired of returning to.<\/p>\n<p>Botswana is one of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/africa-best-countries-to-visit\/\">my favourite countries in Africa<\/a> \u2013 a place of huge skies, wild encounters and some of the best safari experiences on the continent.<\/p>\n<p>Most people come to Botswana for the wildlife \u2013 and rightly so. Botswana is particularly famous for its <strong>huge elephant population<\/strong> and is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/the-best-places-in-africa-to-see-elephants\/\">best places in Africa to see elephants<\/a>. This is home to the incredible <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/okavango-delta-safari\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Okavango Delta<\/a>, the elephant-filled <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/chobe-national-park-safari-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chobe National Park<\/a>, the vast <strong>Makgadikgadi Pans<\/strong> and some of the wildest, most remote safari experiences you can have in Africa.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Chobe National Park Botswana Safari\" class=\"wp-image-45483\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-3-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-3-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-3-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-3-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-3-1-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Most people come to Botswana for the wildlife \u2013 and rightly so. Botswana is particularly famous for its <strong>huge elephant population<\/strong> and is one of the [best places in Africa to see elephants]. It\u2019s also home to the incredible Okavango Delta, the elephant-filled Chobe National Park, the vast Makgadikgadi Pans and some of the wildest, most remote safari experiences you can have in Africa.<\/p>\n<p>But Botswana is also quite different from many other African safari destinations. It\u2019s vast, relatively expensive, distances can be long, you won\u2019t always have phone signal, and some of the best places require a bit more effort to reach. But that\u2019s also a huge part of its appeal.<\/p>\n<p>You can spend your days bouncing along sandy tracks in search of lions and wild dogs, gliding silently through the Okavango Delta in a mokoro, watching elephants from a boat on the Chobe River, or sleeping in a tent in the middle of the bush with nothing but canvas between you and whatever might be wandering around outside.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Mokoros in the Okavango Delta, Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-43789\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rock-My-Adventure-Uganda.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rock-My-Adventure-Uganda.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rock-My-Adventure-Uganda-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rock-My-Adventure-Uganda-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rock-My-Adventure-Uganda-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Rock-My-Adventure-Uganda-510x349.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>And yes, you may occasionally find yourself waiting for a herd of elephants to get out of the road.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re planning your first trip, there are a few things that are really useful to know beforehand \u2013 from when to visit and how much things cost, to getting around, what to pack, malaria, money, mobile signal and what it\u2019s actually like to go on safari here.<\/p>\n<p>So, based on my own travels and years of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockmyadventure.com\/botswana-group-tours\/\">organising safaris and bringing groups to Botswana<\/a>, I\u2019ve put together everything I think you need to know before you go.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Kuru Art Ghanzi\" class=\"wp-image-46798\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-11.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-11.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-11-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-11-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-11-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_Know_Before_You_Visit_Botswana\"\/>Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Time_to_Visit_Botswana\"\/>The Best Time to Visit Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to visit Botswana really depends on what you want to see and do. Unlike many safari destinations, Botswana is a fantastic year-round destination, with each season offering something a little different.<\/p>\n<p>In general, the dry season (May to October) is considered the best time for wildlife viewing. As water sources dry up, animals gather around rivers, waterholes and the Okavango Delta, making them much easier to spot.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49865\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-6.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-6.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-6-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-6-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-6-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>The weather is cooler and less humid too, although early morning game drives can be surprisingly chilly between June and August, so pack plenty of warm layers.<\/p>\n<p>One of Botswana\u2019s most fascinating natural events is the annual Okavango Delta flood. Although the rains fall hundreds of miles away in Angola between January and March, the floodwaters don\u2019t usually reach Botswana until May or June, peaking between July and August.<\/p>\n<p>This transforms the Delta into the incredible network of waterways it\u2019s famous for and makes it one of the best times to explore by traditional mokoro (dugout canoe).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Okavango Delta - Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-35117\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>If seeing huge herds of zebra is on your bucket list, visit between November and March for the Makgadikgadi zebra migration. After the first rains, tens of thousands of zebras migrate to the Makgadikgadi and Nxai Pan National Parks in search of fresh grazing.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s thought to be Africa\u2019s second-largest land mammal migration after the Serengeti, yet remains one of the continent\u2019s best-kept wildlife secrets.<\/p>\n<p>The green season (November to April) is often overlooked but can be incredibly rewarding. The landscapes become lush, dramatic thunderstorms sweep across the plains, and many animals give birth, so you\u2019ll often see young wildlife.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Quad Biking Over the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park in Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-46795\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-8.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-8.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-8-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-8-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-8-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s also the best time for birdwatching, with thousands of migratory birds arriving from Europe and Asia. Accommodation is often cheaper too, although some activities \u2013 such as quad biking or sleeping out on the Makgadikgadi Pans \u2013 may not be possible due to flooding, and some roads can become difficult (or impossible) to drive, particularly if you\u2019re self-driving.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re visiting Botswana primarily for safari, I\u2019d recommend travelling between June and October. However, if you\u2019re looking for fewer tourists, lower prices, greener landscapes or the zebra migration, don\u2019t overlook the green season, as it offers a completely different, but equally magical, side of Botswana.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Lion in Chobe National Park Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45399\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Lion-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Lion-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Lion-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Lion-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Lion-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Do_You_Need_in_Botswana\"\/>How Long Do You Need in Botswana?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>You could easily visit Botswana for just a few days \u2013 or even for a day, as it\u2019s possible to take a day trip to Chobe National Park from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe or Livingstone in Zambia.<\/p>\n<p>But obviously, if you have longer, even better. For <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-safaris\/\">a proper Botswana trip,<\/a> I\u2019d suggest <strong>around 10 days<\/strong>, which gives you enough time to experience a few different areas without rushing. That said, you can still see some of the highlights in a week, while <strong>two weeks would allow you to explore much more of the country and potentially combine Botswana with Victoria Falls<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49678\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Entry_Requirements\"\/>Entry Requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visas\"\/>Visas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>One of the great things about travelling to Botswana is that many nationalities don\u2019t need a visa for short stays. For example, at the time of writing, British, EU, US, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand passport holders can usually enter Botswana visa-free for tourism.<\/p>\n<p>However, visa requirements can change, so always check the latest requirements for your nationality before you travel.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re visiting neighbouring countries such as Zambia or Zimbabwe as part of your trip, be sure to check their visa requirements too, as they may be different.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Savuti Chobe National Park Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45402\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Savuti-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Savuti-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Savuti-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Savuti-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Savuti-Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Passport\"\/>Passport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Make sure you check the current passport requirements before travelling to Botswana, including how long your passport needs to be valid for and the number of blank pages required.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need blank pages for immigration stamps, particularly if you\u2019re combining Botswana with other countries and crossing several borders during your trip.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yellow_Fever_Certificate\"\/>Yellow Fever Certificate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>You won\u2019t normally need a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate if you\u2019re travelling directly from the UK, US, Europe or another country without a risk of Yellow Fever.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you\u2019re arriving from, or have recently travelled through, a country where Yellow Fever is present (like Kenya or Ethiopia), you may be asked to show proof of vaccination on arrival.<\/p>\n<p>Always check the latest requirements before you travel, as these can change.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Meeting the San People in Ghanzi\" class=\"wp-image-38936\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Proof_of_Departure\"\/>Proof of Departure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Immigration officials don\u2019t always ask for it, but it\u2019s a good idea to have proof of your onward or return travel readily available.<\/p>\n<p>This could be a return flight confirmation or evidence that you\u2019ll be leaving Botswana for another country as part of your itinerary.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re travelling on an organised tour, having a copy of your itinerary can also be useful, just in case you\u2019re asked for details of your accommodation or travel plans.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Chobe Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45495\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-Botswana-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-Botswana-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-Botswana-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-Botswana-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-Botswana-1-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Money_in_Botswana\"\/>Money in Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Botswana_an_Expensive_Place_to_Travel\"\/>Is Botswana an Expensive Place to Travel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Botswana is often considered one of Africa\u2019s more expensive safari destinations, largely because it follows a \u2018high-value, low-volume\u2019 tourism model. This helps protect its incredible wildlife and vast wilderness areas while reducing the impact of mass tourism.<\/p>\n<p>That said, Botswana doesn\u2019t have to break the bank. There are accommodation options to suit most budgets, from campsites and simple lodges to some of the world\u2019s most luxurious safari camps.<\/p>\n<p>Botswana is also one of Africa\u2019s most popular destinations for self-drive safaris. Hiring a standard 2WD vehicle is relatively affordable, but if you want to explore the national parks properly, you\u2019ll usually need a fully equipped 4\u00d74.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Chobe National Park Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45453\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>These, particularly those with rooftop tents and camping equipment, can become quite expensive. It\u2019s no surprise that many South Africans simply drive their own 4x4s across the border for extended camping trips.<\/p>\n<p>Personally though, I think Botswana is one of those countries that\u2019s even better with an experienced guide. The roads through the national parks can be deep sand, navigation isn\u2019t always straightforward, and guides know where to look for wildlife and how to safely handle the more challenging conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Rather than concentrating on driving, digging yourself out of sand or wondering which track to take, you can simply sit back, relax and enjoy the incredible scenery and wildlife.<\/p>\n<p>While park entrance fees are generally quite reasonable, guided safari activities can be expensive. This is largely due to the remote nature of many of Botswana\u2019s national parks, the specialist vehicles and boats required, and the relatively small number of visitors compared with other safari destinations.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Lilac Breasted Roller in Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-46782\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-522x357.png 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-740x506.png 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-768x525.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>For example, a full-day game drive in Chobe National Park can cost around US$150\u2013190 per person, including park fees. Although that might sound expensive at first, it\u2019s actually excellent value when you consider that the price includes transport, an experienced guide and park entry.<\/p>\n<p>For comparison, park fees alone in some of Africa\u2019s most famous safari destinations can be considerably higher.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, Botswana isn\u2019t a budget safari destination, but considering the quality of the wildlife experiences, the low visitor numbers and the pristine wilderness, I think it offers excellent value for money.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re comparing Botswana safari prices, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.safaribookings.com\/tours\/botswana?utm_source=SV5SRPN9U&amp;utm_medium=affiliate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SafariBookings<\/a> is a useful place to see tours from different safari operators side-by-side, including itineraries, prices and reviews.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Chobe National Park in Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-41144\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Botswana-1.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Botswana-1.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Botswana-1-510x349.jpeg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Botswana-1-522x357.jpeg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Botswana-1-740x506.jpeg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Botswana-1-768x525.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Local_Currency\"\/>The Local Currency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>The currency in Botswana is the Botswana Pula (BWP).<\/p>\n<p>The word <em>Pula<\/em> actually means <strong>\u201crain\u201d<\/strong> in Setswana \u2013 something that\u2019s incredibly precious in this largely arid country.<\/p>\n<p>While some tourist businesses accept US Dollars, you\u2019ll generally get better value by paying in Pula whenever possible.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_Local_Currency\"\/>Getting Local Currency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>The easiest (and usually cheapest) way to get local currency is to withdraw Botswana Pula (BWP) from an ATM after you arrive.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll find reliable ATMs in larger towns such as Maun and Kasane, and using these is generally much better value than exchanging cash at airports, hotels or bureaux de change, which often offer poorer exchange rates and charge additional fees.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re travelling to remote areas or heading out on safari, I recommend withdrawing enough cash beforehand, as you may not come across another ATM for several days.<\/p>\n<p>Although ATMs in the main towns are generally reliable, they can occasionally run out of cash or lose their network connection, so it\u2019s always sensible to carry a little backup cash too.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Chobe NP Safari Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-48321\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Chobe-NP-Safari-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Chobe-NP-Safari-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Chobe-NP-Safari-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Chobe-NP-Safari-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Chobe-NP-Safari-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_Your_Debit_Credit_Cards\"\/>Using Your Debit &amp; Credit Cards<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Like many African countries, <strong>Visa<\/strong> is generally more widely accepted than Mastercard, both for paying by card and withdrawing cash from ATMs.<\/p>\n<p>That said, Mastercard acceptance has improved significantly in recent years, and you\u2019ll be able to use it in many places. If you have the choice, though, I\u2019d recommend bringing a Visa card, as it\u2019s still the more reliable option.<\/p>\n<p>I also wouldn\u2019t rely on American Express, as it\u2019s accepted in relatively few places.<\/p>\n<p>Credit and debit cards are widely accepted at most hotels, lodges, restaurants and activity providers. However, it\u2019s still worth carrying some cash for smaller shops, local markets, tips and the occasional place that doesn\u2019t accept cards.<\/p>\n<p>When paying by card or using an ATM, you may be asked whether you\u2019d like to pay in Botswana Pula (BWP) or your home currency (such as Pounds or US Dollars). I always choose to pay in Pula, as this usually gives you the better exchange rate. Choosing your home currency often means accepting an exchange rate set by the retailer or ATM provider.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, I\u2019d highly recommend using a bank card that doesn\u2019t charge foreign transaction or ATM withdrawal fees, as these charges can soon add up.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Okavango Delta Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45239\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Bring_USD\"\/>Should You Bring USD?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Yes \u2013 I always recommend bringing some US Dollars as a backup, especially if your trip also includes countries such as Zambia or Zimbabwe.<\/p>\n<p>If you do bring Dollars, make sure the notes are in <strong>good condition<\/strong>, with no tears or writing. It\u2019s also worth bringing relatively recent notes, as older or damaged notes can sometimes be refused in parts of Southern Africa.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tipping_Etiquette\"\/>Tipping Etiquette<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Tipping is customary in Botswana and is greatly appreciated by guides and staff working in the tourism industry.<\/p>\n<p>Many safari camps and lodges provide tipping guidelines, and if you\u2019re travelling on an organised tour, your tour leader will usually advise you on appropriate amounts.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also useful to carry some smaller Pula notes for tipping porters, housekeeping staff or anyone who helps with your luggage.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Sunset Mokoro Ride in the Okavango Delta\" class=\"wp-image-46790\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-4.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-4-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-4-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-4-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Internet_in_Botswana\"\/>The Internet in Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WiFi_in_Botswana\"\/>WiFi in Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Many hotels, lodges and safari camps offer WiFi, although the speed and reliability can vary considerably.<\/p>\n<p>In larger towns such as <strong>Maun<\/strong> and <strong>Kasane<\/strong>, WiFi is usually good enough for checking emails, browsing the internet and using social media.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019d let family and friends know in advance that there may be times when you\u2019re completely out of contact for a day or two \u2013 but that\u2019s kind of the magic of being out in the African wilderness!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Lion in Chobe National Park Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45240\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A Beautiful Lioness in Chobe National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_a_Local_SIM_Card\"\/>Getting a Local SIM Card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>If you\u2019d rather use a local SIM card than an eSIM, they\u2019re easy to buy once you arrive in Botswana. In my experience, <strong>Mascom<\/strong> and <strong>Orange<\/strong> tend to be the best networks.<\/p>\n<p>You can usually pick one up from official network shops in towns such as <strong>Maun<\/strong> and <strong>Kasane<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>You can also sometimes get them in supermarkets, but it\u2019s generally easier to get one from an official shop. You\u2019ll need to take your passport with you, as SIM cards need to be registered before they can be activated.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Botswana Group Tour\" class=\"wp-image-35155\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Botswana-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Botswana-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Botswana-1-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Botswana-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Botswana-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Botswana-1-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Botswana-1-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Botswana-1-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Get_an_eSIM\"\/>Should You Get an eSIM?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>If your phone is compatible, I\u2019d recommend getting an <strong>eSIM<\/strong> before you travel.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re quick to set up, often competitively priced, and save you the hassle of finding a local SIM shop when you arrive.<\/p>\n<p>There are plenty of providers available, including <strong>Airalo<\/strong>, <strong>Nomad<\/strong> and <strong>Holafly<\/strong>, which offer Botswana data packages.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, install your eSIM before you leave home so you\u2019re ready to get connected when you arrive. Just make sure you follow the individual provider\u2019s instructions about when to activate it.<\/p>\n<p>If you forget, don\u2019t worry. You can usually sort it out later when you\u2019re connected to WiFi, and most hotels and lodges offer some form of internet access.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35199\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_Signal_on_Safari\"\/>Mobile Signal on Safari<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Don\u2019t expect to be connected all the time.<\/p>\n<p>While you\u2019ll usually have signal in the main towns, coverage becomes much less reliable once you head into the national parks.<\/p>\n<p>In remote areas such as the <strong>Okavango Delta<\/strong>, <strong>Makgadikgadi Pans<\/strong> and parts of <strong>Chobe National Park<\/strong>, you may have little or no signal for hours \u2013 or even days \u2013 at a time.<\/p>\n<p>Whilst many lodges have WiFi, speeds can vary, and if you\u2019re camping, you\u2019ll probably be completely offline.<\/p>\n<p>Rather than seeing it as an inconvenience, embrace it! One of the best things about a Botswana safari is having the chance to switch off from emails, social media and notifications and simply enjoy being surrounded by incredible wildlife and some of the most beautiful wilderness on Earth.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35190\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Savuti-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Savuti-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Savuti-Botswana-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Savuti-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Savuti-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Savuti-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Savuti-Botswana-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Savuti-Botswana-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transport_To_Around_Botswana\"\/>Transport To &amp; Around Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_to_Botswana\"\/>How to Get to Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>There are several ways to get to Botswana, depending on where you\u2019re travelling from and which part of the country you plan to visit.<\/p>\n<p>Many international visitors arrive by flying into <strong>Maun<\/strong>, <strong>Kasane<\/strong> or the capital city, <strong>Gaborone<\/strong>. If you\u2019re travelling from Europe or North America, you\u2019ll often connect via <strong>Johannesburg<\/strong> in South Africa, although there are connections through other African hubs too.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on your itinerary, you could also fly into <strong>Victoria Falls<\/strong> in Zimbabwe or <strong>Livingstone<\/strong> in Zambia and travel overland to <strong>Kasane<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This is a popular option if you\u2019re combining Botswana with a visit to <strong>Victoria Falls<\/strong>, as it\u2019s relatively easy to cross the border between the countries.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48617\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Zambia-5.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Zambia-5.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Zambia-5-464x696.jpg 464w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Zambia-5-348x522.jpg 348w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Zambia-5-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Many travellers choose to combine Botswana with neighbouring countries such as <strong>Namibia<\/strong>, <strong>Zimbabwe<\/strong>, <strong>Zambia<\/strong> or <strong>South Africa<\/strong>, either on a self-drive adventure or as part of a multi-country itinerary.<\/p>\n<p>One of the things I love about Southern Africa is how easy it can be to experience several incredible countries in one trip.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re planning to visit <strong>Chobe National Park<\/strong> and <strong>Victoria Falls<\/strong>, it\u2019s worth comparing flight prices into <strong>Kasane<\/strong>, <strong>Victoria Falls<\/strong> and <strong>Livingstone<\/strong>. Sometimes flying into one airport and out of another can save both time and money.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36176\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_Around_Botswana\"\/>How to Get Around Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Botswana is a vast country with relatively few roads, so getting around often takes longer than people expect.<\/p>\n<p>Distances between destinations can be significant, but the scenery and wildlife sightings along the way make the journey part of the adventure.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re travelling independently, hiring a car gives you the greatest flexibility. A standard 2WD is perfectly adequate for travelling between many towns on sealed roads, but if you\u2019re planning to explore the national parks, you\u2019ll usually need a fully equipped <strong>4\u00d74<\/strong>, as many of the tracks are sandy, uneven and can become flooded during the rainy season.<\/p>\n<p>Light aircraft flights are another popular way of getting around, particularly if you\u2019re staying in one of the more remote lodges in the <strong>Okavango Delta<\/strong>, where some camps are most easily accessed by air.<\/p>\n<p>Personally, I prefer travelling with a guide. Not only does it take the stress out of driving and navigation, but you also benefit from local knowledge, wildlife-spotting skills and someone who understands the road conditions.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re travelling independently rather than joining an organised group trip, you can <a href=\"http:\/\/&lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.safaribookings.com\/tours\/botswana?utm_source=SV5SRPN9U&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&quot; title=&quot;SafariBookings&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow noopener&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;SafariBookings&lt;\/a&gt;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">compare Botswana safari tours and operators on SafariBookings<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It means you can simply sit back, enjoy the scenery and concentrate on the safari rather than the logistics.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Elephants Crossing - Botswana Road Sign\" class=\"wp-image-35135\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Elephants-Crossing-Botswana-Road-Sign.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Elephants-Crossing-Botswana-Road-Sign.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Elephants-Crossing-Botswana-Road-Sign-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Elephants-Crossing-Botswana-Road-Sign-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Elephants-Crossing-Botswana-Road-Sign-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Elephants-Crossing-Botswana-Road-Sign-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Elephants-Crossing-Botswana-Road-Sign-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Elephants-Crossing-Botswana-Road-Sign-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Driving_in_Botswana\"\/>Driving in Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Driving in Botswana is generally straightforward on the main roads, which are mostly tarred and in good condition.<\/p>\n<p>However, once you leave the towns and enter the national parks, it\u2019s a completely different story.<\/p>\n<p>Many safari tracks consist of <strong>deep sand<\/strong>, uneven terrain and occasional water crossings, all of which require a capable 4\u00d74 and some off-road driving experience.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve never driven in deep sand before, it can be surprisingly challenging.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also worth remembering that this is a wildlife destination. It\u2019s not unusual to come across elephants, giraffes, buffalo or even lions on or beside the road, particularly within the national parks.<\/p>\n<p>Give animals plenty of space and always let them move on in their own time \u2013 they have right of way!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Okavango Delta - Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-35118\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-1-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-1-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-1-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-1-1-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Driving_at_Night\"\/>Driving at Night<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>I\u2019d strongly recommend avoiding driving after dark wherever possible.<\/p>\n<p>Livestock, wildlife and pedestrians are common on the roads, and many are difficult to spot until the last moment. In rural areas, roads are often unlit, and animals such as elephants and donkeys can wander onto the road without warning.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re planning a self-drive trip, aim to reach your accommodation well before sunset.<\/p>\n<p>Not only is it much safer, but you\u2019ll also avoid the stress of navigating unfamiliar roads in the dark.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drive_Days_Are_Longer_Than_You_Think\"\/>Drive Days Are Longer Than You Think<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>When planning your itinerary, don\u2019t rely solely on Google Maps.<\/p>\n<p>Road conditions, wildlife sightings, veterinary checkpoints and photo stops can all add time to your journey.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll almost certainly want to stop to admire the scenery or photograph elephants by the roadside, so it\u2019s always worth allowing a little extra time.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Quad Biking Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45243\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Quadbiking-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Quadbiking-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Quadbiking-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Quadbiking-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Quadbiking-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_a_Flexible_Schedule\"\/>Keep a Flexible Schedule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>One of the best pieces of advice I can give for travelling in Botswana is to embrace a flexible mindset.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes you\u2019ll get delayed by a herd of elephants crossing the road. Sometimes you\u2019ll stop for an hour because you\u2019ve spotted a pride of lions. Other times, you might hit a patch of deep sand or encounter an unexpected delay.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s all part of the experience.<\/p>\n<p>Some of my favourite memories from Botswana weren\u2019t planned at all \u2013 they happened because we slowed down, went with the flow and let Africa set the pace.<\/p>\n<p>If you can do the same, you\u2019ll have a much more enjoyable trip.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Hippos in Khwai Concession - Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-35186\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Moremi-Game-Reserve-Botswana-2.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Moremi-Game-Reserve-Botswana-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Moremi-Game-Reserve-Botswana-2-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Moremi-Game-Reserve-Botswana-2-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Moremi-Game-Reserve-Botswana-2-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Moremi-Game-Reserve-Botswana-2-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Moremi-Game-Reserve-Botswana-2-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Moremi-Game-Reserve-Botswana-2-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_Safety\"\/>Health &amp; Safety<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Botswana_a_Safe_Place_to_Visit\"\/>Is Botswana a Safe Place to Visit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Botswana is generally considered one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/safest-places-in-africa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">safest countries to visit in Africa<\/a>, and I\u2019ve always felt very comfortable travelling there.<\/p>\n<p>As anywhere, you should still take the usual precautions, particularly in towns and cities. Keep an eye on your belongings, avoid flashing expensive items around and ask your accommodation or guide for local advice if you\u2019re unsure about walking somewhere alone, particularly after dark.<\/p>\n<p>But for most travellers, the bigger safety consideration in Botswana isn\u2019t crime \u2013 it\u2019s the wildlife.<\/p>\n<p>In safari areas, elephants and other wild animals can wander through camps, lodges and even towns. Always listen to your guides and accommodation staff, never approach wildlife, and don\u2019t assume an animal is safe simply because it appears calm.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Swimming in the Okavango Delta\" class=\"wp-image-46799\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-12.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-12.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-12-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-12-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-12-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Botswana_Safe_for_Solo_Travellers\"\/>Is Botswana Safe for Solo Travellers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Yes, I\u2019d say Botswana is generally a safe country for solo travellers. The bigger issue isn\u2019t necessarily safety \u2013 it\u2019s <strong>practicality<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>There is public transport in Botswana, and you can travel between some of the main towns by bus. However, public transport won\u2019t necessarily take you to the national parks, safari camps and more remote places you\u2019ll probably want to visit.<\/p>\n<p>One option is to travel independently between places such as <strong>Maun and Kasane<\/strong>, then join organised safaris and activities once you get there. There are plenty of safari operators in both towns, and you can <a href=\"http:\/\/&lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.safaribookings.com\/tours\/botswana?utm_source=SV5SRPN9U&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&quot; title=&quot;SafariBookings&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow noopener&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;SafariBookings&lt;\/a&gt;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">compare Botswana safari tours on SafariBookings<\/a> before you go.<\/p>\n<p>You could also hire a car. I\u2019ve done this myself before and, while it gave us much more freedom, we managed to get stuck in the sand a few times \u2013 and we weren\u2019t even inside the national parks! We were literally just driving from the main road to our camps.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to self-drive inside places such as <strong>Moremi Game Reserve or Chobe National Park<\/strong>, you\u2019ll need a proper 4\u00d74 and I\u2019d recommend having some experience driving in deep sand and remote conditions.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"A Leopard in the Moremi Game Reserve\" class=\"wp-image-46784\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-1-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>For solo travellers who don\u2019t want the hassle of organising all of that themselves, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockmyadventure.com\/botswana-group-tours\/\">joining a small-group safari<\/a> (come with me) can be a much easier option. You still get the adventure, but the transport, guides and safari logistics are taken care of \u2013 and you have people to share the experience (and the costs) with<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_You_Need_Malaria_Tablets\"\/>Do You Need Malaria Tablets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Malaria is present in parts of Botswana, particularly in the north of the country, which includes many of the main safari areas.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you need antimalarial medication will depend on where you\u2019re travelling, the time of year and your individual circumstances, so this is something I\u2019d discuss with a travel health professional before your trip.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of whether you take antimalarials, it\u2019s sensible to avoid mosquito bites as much as possible. Use insect repellent, cover your arms and legs in the evenings where practical, and use mosquito nets where they\u2019re provided.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Giraffes in Chobe National Park, Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-46789\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-3.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-3-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-3-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-3-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_Insurance\"\/>Travel Insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Medical care across most African countries is generally not free, and payment may be required before treatment. It\u2019s therefore essential to have comprehensive travel insurance for Botswana. I\u2019ve written a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/best-travel-insurance-for-africa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">full guide to travel insurance for Africa <\/a>here, including what to look for when choosing a policy.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019d also make sure your policy covers the safari activities you\u2019re planning to do and provides sufficient emergency evacuation and repatriation cover, particularly as you may be travelling in very remote areas.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to medical coverage, ensure your travel insurance includes provisions for delays, trip curtailment (should you need to cut your trip short), theft and lost luggage.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s important to arrange travel insurance as soon as you book your flights or trip, rather than waiting until just before you leave. This ensures you\u2019re covered for eligible unforeseen circumstances that may prevent you from travelling between booking and departure.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49857\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-2.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-2-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-2-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-2-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Pack_for_Botswana\"\/>What to Pack for Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Packing for Botswana is similar to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/africa-packing-list\/\">what to pack for the rest of Africa<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Clothes should generally be comfortable, lightweight and breathable, but don\u2019t make the mistake of assuming Botswana is always hot.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re travelling during the dry winter months, particularly between June and August, early mornings and evenings can be <strong>really cold<\/strong>. And when you\u2019re sitting in an open safari vehicle before sunrise, it can feel even colder!<\/p>\n<p>Layers are your friend and don\u2019t forget to check the expected temperatures and likelihood of rain for the specific time of year and places you\u2019re visiting.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-45454\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>You don\u2019t need to wear safari gear, but they do recommend it for walking safaris. For any other type of safari, it doesn\u2019t really matter.<\/p>\n<p>A few things I\u2019d recommend bringing include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lightweight, comfortable clothing (with some neutral colours if doing a walking safari).<\/li>\n<li>A warm fleece or jumper.<\/li>\n<li>A lightweight warm jacket for early morning and evening game drives (especially if coming May \u2013 August).<\/li>\n<li>A sun hat.<\/li>\n<li>Sunglasses.<\/li>\n<li>High SPF sunscreen.<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable closed shoes or trainers.<\/li>\n<li>Sandals for around camp (not Birkenstocks as they get filled with thorns or Flip Flops as the thorns go through them).<\/li>\n<li>Insect repellent.<\/li>\n<li>A small day bag.<\/li>\n<li>A reusable water bottle.<\/li>\n<li>A power bank (and wires).<\/li>\n<li>A head torch, especially if you\u2019re camping.<\/li>\n<li>Binoculars \u2013 you will use them!<\/li>\n<li>Camera, spare batteries and plenty of memory cards.<\/li>\n<li>A swimsuit.<\/li>\n<li>Something to protect your camera and electronics from dust.<\/li>\n<li>Buff\/dust mask.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re camping or travelling in a safari vehicle with limited luggage space, try not to overpack. Soft-sided bags are generally much easier to squeeze into safari vehicles than large hard-shell suitcases, and light aircraft transfers can have stricter luggage restrictions.<\/p>\n<p>I usually travel with my <a href=\"https:\/\/tidd.ly\/4sCIwdW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Bagsmart Blast backpack<\/a> as my carry-on, but it also doubles as my overnight safari bag. When I\u2019m heading into the <strong>Okavango Delta or Chobe<\/strong>, I leave my main bag in storage at the hotel and just take the backpack with everything I need for a couple of nights.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Meeting the San People in Ghanzi\" class=\"wp-image-38936\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Botswana-Group-Tour-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Language_in_Botswana\"\/>Language in Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>English is an official language of Botswana and is widely spoken, particularly within the tourism industry, so English-speaking travellers generally won\u2019t have any major communication problems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Setswana<\/strong> is the national language and is spoken throughout much of the country, alongside a number of other local languages.<\/p>\n<p>As always, I think it\u2019s nice to learn a couple of local words before you go. You absolutely don\u2019t need to speak Setswana to travel around Botswana, but making the effort is always appreciated.<\/p>\n<p>A few useful words and phrases to learn include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dumela<\/strong> \u2013 Hello (to one person)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dumelang<\/strong> \u2013 Hello (to more than one person)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ke a leboga<\/strong> \u2013 Thank you<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tswee-tswee<\/strong> \u2013 Please<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You\u2019ll also hear the word <strong>Pula!<\/strong> a lot. As well as being the name of Botswana\u2019s currency, <em>pula<\/em> means \u201crain\u201d and is also used as a celebratory expression or toast \u2013 which gives you an idea of just how precious rain is in Botswana.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35158\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dkar-Botswana-4.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dkar-Botswana-4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dkar-Botswana-4-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dkar-Botswana-4-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dkar-Botswana-4-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dkar-Botswana-4-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dkar-Botswana-4-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dkar-Botswana-4-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Botswana is also home to a number of <strong>San communities<\/strong>, who speak several different languages. Some of these are famous for their distinctive <strong>click consonants<\/strong>, and hearing them spoken is absolutely beautiful. There isn\u2019t just one \u201cSan language\u201d \u2013 different San groups speak different languages, many of which use clicks as part of everyday speech.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most beautiful things to hear in Botswana is some of the languages spoken by the San communities, many of which use distinctive click consonants. There isn\u2019t one single \u201cSan language\u201d \u2013 different groups speak different languages \u2013 but hearing the clicks woven naturally into conversation is quite mesmerising.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Okavango Delta - Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-35176\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-6.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-6.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-6-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-6-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-6-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-6-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-6-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-6-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Food_Drink_in_Botswana\"\/>Food &amp; Drink in Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Traditional Botswana food is generally hearty and filling, with meat, grains and vegetables featuring heavily.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best-known dishes is <strong>seswaa<\/strong>, a slow-cooked, pounded meat dish often served with <strong>bogobe<\/strong> (a type of porridge made from sorghum, maize or millet) and vegetables.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also find plenty of grilled meat, chicken, stews, rice and pap, particularly in more local restaurants.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re staying in safari camps and lodges, the food is usually more international, often with a mixture of Western and African dishes. Meals can be surprisingly elaborate considering how remote some of the camps are!<\/p>\n<p>Vegetarians are generally well catered for at established lodges and safari camps, although I\u2019d always let your accommodation or tour operator know about dietary requirements in advance, particularly if you\u2019re going somewhere remote where food supplies have to be brought in.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Chobe National Park Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45401\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drinking_Water\"\/>Drinking Water<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Whether the tap water is suitable for drinking can vary depending on where you are, so I tend to follow the advice of the accommodation or guides locally.<\/p>\n<p>In remote safari areas, camps will usually provide safe drinking water, either bottled or filtered.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever you do, make sure you drink <strong>plenty<\/strong>. Botswana can be extremely hot and dry, and it\u2019s surprisingly easy to become dehydrated when you\u2019re out on safari all day.<\/p>\n<p>Bringing a reusable water bottle is always useful.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Okavango Delta Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45239\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Culture_Etiquette_in_Botswana\"\/>Culture &amp; Etiquette in Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Botswana is generally a relaxed and welcoming country, but as with anywhere, being respectful of local customs goes a long way.<\/p>\n<p>Greetings are important, so take the time to say hello before launching straight into a question or request. You\u2019ll also see a lot of people grasping one arm with the other if greeting or receiving money.<\/p>\n<p>When photographing people, always ask permission first. Most people are absolutely fine with photos when asked, but nobody wants a camera suddenly pointed in their face.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019d also dress reasonably respectfully when you\u2019re away from safari camps, particularly when visiting villages or local communities. You don\u2019t need to cover yourself from head to toe, but very revealing clothing is not appropriate. This goes for most of Africa.<\/p>\n<p>And if you\u2019re visiting a community as part of an organised experience, follow the guidance of your local guide rather than treating the village like a tourist attraction. You\u2019re visiting people\u2019s homes and communities, so behave exactly as you\u2019d want visitors to behave in yours.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1480\" height=\"1110\" alt=\"African Elephants - Helen in Wonderlust\" class=\"wp-image-22326\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1.png 1480w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-510x382.png 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-522x392.png 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-696x522.png 696w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-1080x810.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-600x450.png 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-1-280x210.png 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1480px) 100vw, 1480px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Expect_on_Safari_in_Botswana\"\/>What to Expect on Safari in Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Botswana safaris can feel a little different from safaris in some other parts of Africa.<\/p>\n<p>Distances can be huge, camps can be extremely remote, and some of the best experiences involve travelling deep into areas where there are few roads, few other vehicles and absolutely no phone signal.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s also exactly what makes Botswana so special.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on your itinerary, you might experience traditional game drives, boat safaris, mokoro trips, walking safaris, mobile camping or even scenic flights over the Okavango Delta.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Game_Drives\"\/>Game Drives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Game drives usually take place early in the morning and again in the late afternoon when wildlife is most active.<\/p>\n<p>Early starts are very much part of safari life. Don\u2019t be surprised if you\u2019re drinking coffee at 5.30am before heading out into the bush!<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boat_Safaris\"\/>Boat Safaris<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Boat safaris are another highlight, particularly on the Chobe River.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re fantastic for seeing elephants, hippos, crocodiles and birdlife from a completely different perspective, and there\u2019s something very special about watching elephants drinking or swimming from the water.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Chobe National Park Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-45455\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2-1-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2-1-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Chobe-National-Park-Botswana-2-1-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mokoro_Trips\"\/>Mokoro Trips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>A mokoro is a traditional canoe used in the Okavango Delta.<\/p>\n<p>Today they\u2019re often made from fibreglass rather than hollowed-out tree trunks for conservation reasons, but the experience is wonderfully peaceful.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll sit low in the mokoro while your <em>poler<\/em> guides you through the shallow waterways, reeds and channels of the Delta.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a completely different experience from a game drive and one of those quintessential Botswana experiences I\u2019d definitely recommend.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Mobile Safari - Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-35119\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Mobile-Safari-Botswana.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Mobile-Safari-Botswana.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Mobile-Safari-Botswana-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Mobile-Safari-Botswana-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Mobile-Safari-Botswana-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Mobile-Safari-Botswana-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Mobile-Safari-Botswana-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Mobile-Safari-Botswana-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_Camping_Safaris\"\/>Mobile Camping Safaris<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>If you really want to experience Botswana\u2019s wilderness, a mobile camping safari is one of my favourite ways to do it \u2013 and it\u2019s exactly how we experience the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park on my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockmyadventure.com\/botswana-group-tours\/\">Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re camping right out in the bush, often in unfenced campsites, with wildlife all around you.<\/p>\n<p>It doesn\u2019t necessarily mean roughing it either. The way we do mobile camping is somewhere in the middle \u2013 not luxury glamping, but definitely not basic camping. We have proper beds, private bush toilets and showers, and a camp team who set everything up and cook incredible meals, while still getting that proper sleeping-in-the-wild experience.<\/p>\n<p>You may hear elephants, hippos, hyenas or lions during the night, and you\u2019ll need to follow the guides\u2019 instructions about moving around camp after dark. For me, that\u2019s all part of the magic.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Safari in Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-46797\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-10.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-10.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-10-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-10-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-10-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Few_More_Things_to_Know_Before_Visiting_Botswana\"\/>A Few More Things to Know Before Visiting Botswana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Morning_Game_Drives_Can_Be_Freezing\"\/>Morning Game Drives Can Be Freezing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>I know I\u2019ve already mentioned this, but it\u2019s worth saying again because <strong>Botswana can be REALLY cold in winter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re probably picturing Africa as hot and sunny, but at 6am in an open safari vehicle in June, July or August, you\u2019ll be very grateful for your fleece and down jacket (as well as gloves and wooly hat).<\/p>\n<p>The temperature can change dramatically once the sun comes up, which is why layers are so useful.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49859\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-3.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-3-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-3-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-3-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Botswana_Is_Very_Dusty\"\/>Botswana Is Very Dusty<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Botswana is one of the dustiest places I\u2019ve ever visited. Your shoes will get dusty. Your clothes will get dusty. Your camera will get dusty. Your hair will get dusty.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t bring your best clothes, and make sure you have something to protect expensive electronics and camera equipment.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019d also suggest bringing a dust mask, a Buff for your hair and eye drops! <\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_4%C3%974_is_Necessary_in_Some_Places\"\/>A 4\u00d74 is Necessary in Some Places<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Whilst you can drive on main roads in a 2-wheel drive car, many of the best destinations are only accessible by 4-wheel drive. <\/p>\n<p>If you are going on an organised tour, they will arrange this for you, but if you are hiring your own car and want to visit national parks \u2013 do yourself a favour and hire a 4\u00d74.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wildlife_Can_Wander_Through_Camp\"\/>Wildlife Can Wander Through Camp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Many safari camps in Botswana are unfenced, which means animals are free to wander through. And they often do.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49862\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-5.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-5.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-5-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-5-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-5-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Always listen carefully to the safety briefing when you arrive and follow the rules about moving around camp after dark. If staff tell you that you need an escort back to your tent at night, <strong>get the escort<\/strong>. And whatever you do, don\u2019t go wandering around camp by yourself in the middle of the night!<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safari_Days_Start_Early\"\/>Safari Days Start Early<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Botswana isn\u2019t necessarily a lie-in kind of holiday. Some mornings will start before sunrise because that\u2019s often when the wildlife viewing is at its best.<\/p>\n<p>But there\u2019s something pretty special about watching the sun rise over the African bush with a coffee in your hand.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Swimming in the Okavango Delta\" class=\"wp-image-35211\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-12.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-12.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-12-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-12-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-12-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-12-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-12-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-12-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Try_to_Cram_Too_Much_In\"\/>Don\u2019t Try to Cram Too Much In<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p>Botswana is much bigger than it looks on a map, and travelling between places can take time.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019d much rather spend longer in a few places than race around trying to tick off every national park.<\/p>\n<p>Give yourself enough time to slow down and actually enjoy being there.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Combining_Botswana_With_Victoria_Falls\"\/>Combining Botswana With Victoria Falls<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Botswana is very easy to combine with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/cool-things-to-do-in-livingstone-victoria-falls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Victoria Falls<\/a>, which is why you\u2019ll often see the two destinations included in the same itinerary.<\/p>\n<p>Kasane, the gateway to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/chobe-national-park-safari-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chobe National Park<\/a>, sits close to the borders with both Zambia and Zimbabwe, making it relatively straightforward to continue to either <strong>Livingstone<\/strong> or <strong>Victoria Falls<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve travelled all the way to this part of Southern Africa and have the time, I think it\u2019s a fantastic combination.<\/p>\n<p>Safari in Botswana followed by a few days around one of the world\u2019s most spectacular waterfalls makes for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockmyadventure.com\/botswana-group-tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pretty epic trip<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"San Storytelling &amp; Healing Session\" class=\"wp-image-46791\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-5.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-5.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-5-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-5-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Botswana-5-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Botswana_Worth_Visiting\"\/>Is Botswana Worth Visiting? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Oh my God \u2013 <strong>YES!!! Botswana is the best.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s one of my favourite countries in Africa and, alongside Kenya and Tanzania, I\u2019d say Botswana is one of <strong>the best safari destinations in the world<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Botswana does have a slightly different feel to some other African countries though. It\u2019s not that Botswana doesn\u2019t have a rich culture \u2013 it absolutely does \u2013 but it\u2019s a <strong>huge, sparsely populated country<\/strong>, so everyday life can feel a little less in-your-face than somewhere like Uganda, where there seem to be people everywhere, there\u2019s always something going on and you regularly find yourself surrounded by music, singing and dancing.<\/p>\n<p>Botswana is a bit more low-key. A bit more <em>demure<\/em>, you could say. And a lot more wild.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Sunset Mokoro Ride Okavango Delta - Botswana\" class=\"wp-image-35177\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-7.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-7-510x349.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-7-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-7-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-7-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-7-600x410.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Okavango-Delta-Botswana-7-280x191.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>There are huge expanses of wilderness where you can drive for hours without seeing many other people. You can sleep out in the bush with elephants wandering through camp, glide through the waterways of the Okavango Delta in a mokoro, watch enormous herds of elephants along the Chobe River and spend your evenings sitting around a campfire under some of the biggest skies you\u2019ll ever see.<\/p>\n<p>For me, that\u2019s what makes Botswana so special.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a trip that\u2019s primarily about <strong>wildlife, wilderness and incredible safari experiences<\/strong>, Botswana is very hard to beat. And if you combine it with Victoria Falls, you\u2019ve got one hell of an African adventure.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49860\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"I've been travelling to Botswana for years, both independently and whilst running my Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure trips, and it's somewhere I never get tired of returning to.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/botswana-travel-tips\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-4.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-4-522x357.jpg 522w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-4-740x506.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.heleninwonderlust.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Botswana-4-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Want_to_Come_to_Botswana_With_Me\"\/>Want to Come to Botswana With Me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>If Botswana is now firmly on your bucket list but you don\u2019t fancy tackling the logistics yourself, come with me on one of my <strong>Rock My Botswana &amp; Victoria Falls Adventure<\/strong> trips.<\/p>\n<p>We travel in a small group through some of my favourite places in Botswana, including the <strong>Okavango Delta, Makgadikgadi Pans and Chobe National Park<\/strong>, before finishing at <strong>Victoria Falls<\/strong>. Think mobile camping in the bush, mokoro trips, incredible safaris, elephants everywhere and a built-in group of travel buddies.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve been running small-group adventures in Africa since 2016, and these Botswana trips are some of my absolute favourites.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>I hope this guide helps you plan your own Botswana adventure! It\u2019s one of my favourite places in Africa and I hope you love it as much as I do. If you have any questions, leave me a comment below!<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Botswana_posts_you_might_enjoy%E2%80%A6\"\/><strong>Other Botswana posts you might enjoy\u2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pin_This_Post_For_Later\"\/><strong>Pin This Post For Later<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Things to Know Before You Visit Botswana\" 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