Safari destinations in Botswana: 3 places, the best time for each and travel basics.
Across Botswana, the strongest months overall are July to October.
Destinations
- Central Kalahari Best: March to April
- Chobe Best: July to October
- Okavango Delta Best: July to October
Travel basics
- Currency
- BWP
- Languages
- English, Setswana
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
- Plug types
- D, G, M
Some nationalities are visa-exempt, while others need a visa, which can be applied for through the official e-visa portal. Requirements depend on nationality, so check the portal before travel.
A yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if arriving from a yellow-fever-risk country, including transits of more than 12 hours at an airport in such a country. Malaria is present in certain areas but not in Gaborone. Consult a doctor before travel.
Sources: Botswana e-Visa – Government of Botswana · Botswana Tourism Organisation · CDC Travelers' Health – Botswana
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.