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“The Tsodilo Hills boasts one of the highest concentrations of rock art in the world, estimated to have over 4,500 paintings. This is a mystical place full of intrigue and mystery which holds great religious and spiritual significance to the local people.”
Best Time to Visit Botswana
The period from July to October is the most popular time, but the months of May and June provide better weather conditions, excellent game viewing, and fewer tourists.
Things to Do in Botswana
Our list of things to do in Botswana takes you on a journey across the country’s spectacular landscape, allows you to marvel at the incredible diversity in flora and fauna and delves into its ancient culture.
Types of Botswana holidays
Frequently Asked Questions about Luxury Botswana Holiday
When is the optimum time to visit Botswana for a luxury safari?
May and June offer the optimum conditions for a luxury Botswana safari. During these early dry season months, the weather is exceptional, vegetation allows for superior game viewing, and there are significantly fewer tourists than the peak July to October window.
What are the premier safari regions in Botswana?
The Okavango Delta is the premier destination, renowned for exclusivity and diverse ecosystems supporting 530 mammal species. Other elite regions include Moremi Wildlife Reserve for wild dog tracking, and Chobe National Park, globally recognised for its immense elephant herds and riverine environments.
How much does a bespoke Botswana safari cost?
A bespoke Botswana safari generally begins at £7,499 per person for an 11-day luxury tour. Comprehensive, highly exclusive itineraries, such as the 14-day Botswana and Victoria Falls Adventure, start from £8,899, reflecting the country’s high-value, low-impact tourism model.
What unique safari activities can I experience in Botswana?
In Botswana, guests can engage in several unique safari activities beyond traditional game drives. Navigate the Okavango waterways in a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe). Track apex predators on foot during guided walking safaris. Survey the pristine wilderness via exclusive scenic helicopter flights.
Is the Kalahari Desert worth visiting on a Botswana holiday?
Yes, the Kalahari Desert is a compelling addition to any Botswana holiday. It offers stark, beautiful contrasts to the Delta, featuring red sand dunes, fossilised river valleys in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, and the opportunity to spot the rare, black-maned Kalahari lion.
Do British nationals need a visa for Botswana?
British nationals do not require an advance visa for a Botswana holiday. However, passports must be valid for six months post-arrival. Upon entry at international airports, travellers are issued a 90-day visa, currently costing US$100 per person.
How do I travel between luxury lodges in Botswana?
Travelling between luxury lodges is seamlessly managed via light aircraft transfers. Air Botswana operates regular domestic routes connecting hubs like Maun, Kasane, and Francistown, ensuring swift, scenic transitions between remote private concessions and major national parks.
Can a Botswana safari be combined with other destinations?
A Botswana safari perfectly pairs with regional highlights to create a magnificent multi-centre itinerary. Seamlessly connect the tranquil Okavango Delta with the thunderous spray of Victoria Falls, or extend your trip southwards to experience South Africa’s cosmopolitan Cape Town and prestigious Winelands.
