Botswana
Under populated by humans and abundant in remarkable wildlife, beautiful Botswana promises an authentic wildlife experience in landscapes that have remained unchanged for generations.
40% of this spectacular country is made up of national parks and wildlife reserves, meaning you won’t need to venture far for spellbinding wildlife experiences. Set sail down the silent waterways of the Okavango Delta in a dugout canoe, where African fish eagle swoop above papyrus filled waters frequented by hippo, elephant and crocodile. Go off-roading in a 4x4 through the sprawling wildernesses of Central Kalahari Game Reserve, where herds of wildebeest and oryx flee from Kalahari lion. And trek through the feathery grasslands of Chorbe National Park, where buffalo, giraffe and spotted hyena graze by tranquil lagoons.
Connections between safari locations are made convenient by the use of light aircraft, and a stunning array of accommodation - from all-inclusive hotels to safari camp eco lodges -ensure every taste is catered for.
CURRENCY
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Botswana Pula
(South African Rand and US dollar are also accepted)
TIME TO VISIT
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High Season: April/May to October (dry months)
Low Season: November to March
TIME TO FLY
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London to Johannesburg: 10h 55 → Maun/Kasane: 1h 30
London to Cape Town: 11h 25 → Maun: 2h 40
TIME DIFFERENCE
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GMT+ 2 hours
A SELECTION OF MY FAVOURITE HOTELS AND RESORTS
Belmond Eagle Island Lodge
andBeyond Sandibe Lodge
Jao Camp Okavango
Little Mombo
Abu Camp
Selinda Reserve
Chitabe Camp
Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp
Camp Okavango