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Botswana is a country in southern Africa with a stable democratic government and a growing economy about the size of France. Two thirds of the land is arid Kalahari savanna unsuitable for agriculture. Large areas have been set aside for wildlife reserves and these include some of the very finest in Africa. The magnificent Okavango Delta, home to the Moremi Wildlife Reserve, fans out across the north-western corner and creates a paradise of islands and lagoons teeming with birds and wildlife. In the northeast, the famous Chobe National Park supports great concentrations of Elephant and Buffalo. Botswana’s Tuli Block lies at the south eastern corner of the country, with Zimbabwe to the north and South Africa the south. Here some of Botswana’s only commercial farming coexists with magnificent game reserves. A unique array of wildlife can be seen in Tuli, with its most notable highlight arising in its immense elephant population.
Full Name: Republic of Botswana
Capital City: Gaborone
Climate: The rainy season begins in late October/November and ends in March. The most popular time to visit Botswana falls between April and October, when the weather is temperate. During the summer months from October to April, temperatures can rise to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit (roughly 40 degrees Celsius).
Area:
600,370 sq km
231,803 sq miles
Population:
1,600,000
Time Zone:
GMT + 2
Languages:
English , Setswana
Currency:
Pula (P)
Electricity:
220-240V 50HzHz
Electric Plug Details:
British-style plug with two flat blades and one flat grounding blade or
South African/Indian-style plug with two circular metal pins above a large circular grounding pin
Country Dialing Code:
267
Entry Requirements:Passports must be valid for at least 6 months and should contain enough blank pages for visas and immigration stamps.
It is the passenger’s responsibility to check the visa requirements for all countries you intend visiting.
For more Consular and visa information please visit: US State Department.com or contact the relevant consular office or embassy at Embassy World.com
Health Requirements:Please contact your personal physician regarding vaccination requirements and recommendations for all countries you intend visiting. You can also access the Center for Disease Control website at CDC.com
Photography: Bring plenty of film and batteries as it is expensive in Botswana and the lodges do not always stock all film types. For Digital photography bring plenty of memory cards and extra batteries. A small digital hard drive backup is also an excellent way to ensure that your pictures come home safe and sound!
Clothing/Packing: Generally throughout the year casual comfortable clothing is worn, cottons and linens are the best materials to pack. Some hotels in Gaborone do not permit jeans although they are useful on safari. Sweaters and jackets are necessary for morning and evening game drives, as the weather is often chilly. Earthy colors such as khaki, olive green, and beige are more suitable for safaris while comfortable walking shoes are essential. Rain gear is always a good idea. Depending on the itinerary you choose we will provide you with an appropriate suggested clothing list. sun block, hats, sunglasses, binoculars, a travel alarm clock, a small flashlight and insect repellent are a must.
Tipping: Tipping is discretionary however 10% is acceptable in restaurants.
Tipping guidelines for safaris are different. Please ask us for details.
Baggage: All Fly-In Safaris which use light aircraft have a baggage restriction of 12 kilos (approx 26 lbs) per passenger. A soft sports bag/duffel is recommended.
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