Why Botswana
Botswana’s unique wilderness, abundant wildlife, ultra-luxurious lodges, and a focus on low-impact tourism make it one of Africa’s most exclusive safari destinations.
A Botswana safari gives travelers access to one of the world’s most pristine wildlife ecosystems and offers a remarkable variety of experiences. Explore the lush waterways of the Okavango Delta, the predator-rich landscapes of Moremi, the elephant herds of Chobe, and the striking Makgadikgadi Pans with its ancient baobabs and playful meerkats.
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Where to Stay: Botswana is home to some of Africa’s most luxurious lodges and camps, where elegant suites feature private plunge pools, refined interiors, and gourmet dining. With each property limited to just a few suites, guests enjoy an intimate, high-end safari experience.
Game Viewing: Botswana safaris offer exceptional wildlife encounters on land and water, including the Big Five, massive elephant herds, meerkats, diverse aquatic species, and over 500 bird species.
Getting Around: Light aircraft and helicopters connect remote camps; open-sided vehicles, mokoros, and boat safaris allow for varied land- and water-based exploration.
Highlights: Glide through the Okavango Delta in a mokoro, witness Chobe’s elephants, enjoy game drives in Moremi and Selinda reserves, explore the Makgadikgadi Pans under starry skies, join Bushmen walks, try quad biking, and witness the seasonal zebra migration.
Explore our collection of thoroughly curated itineraries to ignite your imagination. Building on these ideas, we'll work with you to craft a tailor-made safari experience perfectly aligned with your preferences.
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Botswana Safaris
Best of Botswana and Victoria Falls
9 days from $10,595 per person
Botswana Zimbabwe & Victoria Falls
Safari
Nature
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
Discover the beauty of Botswana’s pristine wilderness. Explore the seasonal floodplains of the Moremi Game Reserve on safari drives and the Okavango Delta’s secret lagoons and channels by traditional mokoro. More incredible experiences await as you fly to Victoria Falls.
10 days from $15,295 per person
Botswana Zambia & Victoria Falls
Adventure
Safari
Romance
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
An extraordinary safari across Zambia and Botswana, where the majesty of Victoria Falls meets unique river and delta adventures and exceptional wildlife viewing—all experienced in rare seclusion and refined luxury.
8 days from $9,795 per person
Botswana South Africa
This adventure between two worlds takes you from Cape Town’s scenic coastline and cosmopolitan flair to Botswana’s Okavango Delta, where untamed landscapes and a spectacular array of wildlife await. It’s a journey of contrasts, curated for travelers who seek both excitement and serenity.
10 days from $26,495 per person
Botswana
Safari
Nature
Culture
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
For real adventure in unreal style, this ultra-lux African safari is made for those where attention to detail matters, privacy is paramount, and style and sustainability perfectly intersects.
13 days from $35,595 per person
Botswana Zambia & Victoria Falls South Africa
Sightseeing
Safari
Food and Wine
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
From the World Heritage treasures of the “Fairest Cape” and Victoria Falls to the unmatched wildlife viewing in the Okavango Delta and the exclusive Singita Sabi Sand, this collection of adventures delivers the ultimate connoisseur’s safari experience.
The Essence of Southern Africa
11 days
Botswana Zimbabwe & Victoria Falls South Africa
Sightseeing
Safari
Food and Wine
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
Find yourself in the essence of luxury and refinement, hosted by properties known for their intimate size and exceptional service. Discover a private island retreat in the Okavango Delta and the exclusivity of the Selinda Reserve, topped off with a leisurely stay at Victoria Falls.
10 days from $19,295 per person
Botswana Zimbabwe & Victoria Falls
Adventure
Safari
Nature
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
Botswana serves up a pristine wilderness adventure in comfortable and secluded tented camps. From the thriving elephants and hippos of the Okavango Delta to the Kalahari's meerkats and desert adapted wildlife, this is Africa at its best.
11 days from $23,595 per person
Botswana
Safari
Romance
Nature
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
Embrace the wild heart of Botswana’s most extraordinary landscapes. Glide through the Okavango Delta's hidden channels by mokoro, track majestic wildlife on safari drives in Moremi Game Reserve, and marvel at the vastness of the Makgadikgadi Pans. From serene waterways to desert plains, each day unveils a new, untamed wonder.
Wild Kingdoms of Southern Africa
10 days from $10,195 per person
Botswana Zimbabwe & Victoria Falls
Safari
Nature
Culture
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
Witness the parade of wildlife in Hwange, the out-of-this-world spectacle of Victoria Falls and round out your adventure with the legendary Chobe National Park.
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Botswana Safari Frequently Asked Questions
Botswana's Okavango Delta is the largest inland delta in the world, offering unparalleled landscapes and activity options. Combined with ultra-luxury lodges in private concessions, Botswana delivers exclusive, intimate, and truly unique safari experiences.
The dry season from May to October offers exceptional game viewing as wildlife gathers around water sources. The Green Season (November to March) brings lush landscapes, newborn wildlife, and excellent birding with fewer visitors.
Botswana is famous for its large elephant herds, predator sightings, and diverse habitats. Expect frequent lion, leopard, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and hippo sightings, along with a chance to see African wild dogs. Plus meerkats and other desert-adapted species if visiting the Kalahari Desert.
While not the most typical choice for a first safari, Botswana can be ideal for first-time travelers seeking exclusivity and pristine wilderness. Remote luxury lodges, accessed by charter planes or helicopters, combined with expert guides and exceptional wildlife viewing, create a comprehensive and unforgettable safari experience.
Most travelers spend about 10 days in Botswana, combining 3 regions for a well-rounded experience.
Botswana offers diverse safari styles including game drives, mokoro (canoe) excursions, walking safaris, boat safaris, helicopter scenic flights, quad-biking on the pans, and stargazing.
A mokoro is a traditional dugout canoe used in the Okavango Delta. Guided by a skilled poler, it glides silently through the waterways, allowing you to experience the Delta up close. It’s a peaceful way to spot birds, aquatic life, and sometimes elephants along the water’s edge.
Yes. Popular pairings include Victoria Falls, South Africa, Namibia, and Mozambique or Mauritius for a beach extension.
Most North American travelers fly into Johannesburg International Airport, then connect to Maun International Airport (MUB) for the Okavango Delta or Kasane International Airport (BBK) for Chobe National Park. From there, light aircraft and helicopter transfers transport guests to luxury safari camps across Botswana’s private concessions and reserves.
Botswana has a semi-arid climate with hot days and cool nights. During the dry season (May–October), daytime temperatures range from 75–90°F, with cooler nights around 50–65°F—perfect for game viewing. The green season (November–April) brings lush landscapes and excellent birdwatching, with daytime highs of 85–95°F and occasional heavy rains that may make some areas less accessible.
A typical Botswana safari is a fly-in journey through diverse ecosystems. A sample itinerary might include two areas in the Okavango Delta—one focused on water-based activities and the other on land-based game viewing—followed by a visit to the Makgadikgadi Pans for a desert adventure or Chobe National Park for boat safaris and elephant encounters.
No, US citizens do not need a visa for tourist or business stays in Botswana for up to 90 days.
