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Blessed with some of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth, Botswana is one of the best safari destinations in Africa.

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Best Things to Do
Botswana is famous for wild encounters, and the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park are just the beginning. Here are the top things to do in Botswana.
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Things to Know
From the arid south to the Okavango Delta, Botswana is a joy to explore. Here are the top things to know before you go.
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Transportation
Planning a trip around Botswana? Discover how to get around the country by different kinds of transport, from boats and planes to 4WDs.
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Visa Requirements
Botswana is one of Africa’s most stunning safari destinations, famed for its high-end, low-impact tourism model, vast fence-free national parks and…
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Money and Costs
If you’re a budget-conscious traveler looking to visit Botswana, start with these money-saving tips.
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Best Road Trips
Hop in a car to take in the full sweep of Botswana’s extraordinary landscapes and wildlife.
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Spencer Thrust, guitarist of the Death Metal band Overthrust from Botswana, performing at the Wacken Open Air in Wacken, Germany, 5 August 2016. 75,000 fans are attending what organisers say is the largest heavy metal festival in the world. PHOTO: AXEL HEIMKEN/dpa | usage worldwide (Photo by Axel Heimken/picture alliance via Getty Images)

Festivals & Events

Why Botswana's new heavy metal festival is worth traveling for

Oct 22, 2022 • 9 Min read

Botswana’s heavy metal scene is one of Africa’s most exciting subcultures: your guide to Vulture Thrust Metal Fest 2022.

National Parks
Botswana’s unmissable national parks are truly wild
Sep 8, 2022 • 7 Min read
Botswana's national parks deliver big adventure, from spotting the world’s densest elephant population to watching the longest mammal migration in Africa.
Destination Practicalities
Things you need to know for the perfect trip to Botswana
Sep 7, 2022 • 8 Min read
From the arid south to the Okavango Delta, Botswana is a joy to explore. Here are the top things to know before you go.
Destination Practicalities
Do you need a visa to go to Botswana?
Aug 29, 2022 • 3 Min read
Botswana is one of Africa’s most stunning safari destinations, famed for its high-end, low-impact tourism model, vast fence-free national parks and…
Wildlife & Nature
See the best of Botswana on these standout road trips
Aug 19, 2022 • 11 Min read
Hop in a car to take in the full sweep of Botswana’s extraordinary landscapes and wildlife.
Budget Travel
Exploring Botswana on a budget is possible – here’s how to do it
Aug 14, 2022 • 7 Min read
If you’re a budget-conscious traveler looking to visit Botswana, start with these money-saving tips.
Destination Practicalities
How to get around in Botswana, from 4WD safaris to canoe tours
Aug 3, 2022 • 6 Min read
Planning a trip around Botswana? Discover how to get around the country by different kinds of transport, from boats and planes to 4WDs.
Destination Practicalities
The best times of year to visit beautiful Botswana
Jul 24, 2022 • 7 Min read
Before you plan your visit to Botswana, consult this season-by-season, month-by-month guide to the best times to visit.
Activities
The top things to do in Botswana, from elephant encounters to drifting on the Okavango Delta
Jul 22, 2022 • 14 Min read
Botswana is famous for wild encounters, and the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park are just the beginning. Here are the top things to do in Botswana.
Wildlife & Nature
6 of the best places to visit in Botswana, from the Okavango Delta to the Central Kalahari desert
Jul 14, 2022 • 6 Min read
Start your discovery of Botswana's best places to visit with these six spots, from the desert to the delta.