Botswana Tour Packages

Botswana is a country that houses diverse wildlife and an abundance of biodiversity. The Botswana tour takes you around the vast wilderness of the country housing some of the magnificent wonders of nature. The varied landscape here includes the savannah and wetlands with the deserted region as Okavango Delta, Kalahari Desert, Makgadikgadi salt pans and a lot more. These wetland...as are known to be the residence of major wildlife in Africa that includes the herd of elephants, crocodiles, hippos, buffalo and other creatures. The country ranks at the top when it comes to a vacation plan in Africa, especially for a wildlife encounter. Called as the safari destination, the vacation in Botswana includes the thrilling safari and game drives in the wildlife conservancies. Add on to your excitement with Botswana Safari where you can get the glimpse of the big five as lion, leopard, elephant, black rhino and buffalo with the predators and prey living in the wilderness as cheetahs, hippos, packs of wild dogs, the meerkats and more. There are camping lodges and some luxurious properties amidst the national parks that offer a great escape into nature. The natural setting of the attraction you will explore during Botswana travel is not hampered due to the human inference making it the major reason for tourist attraction. Excluding game viewing in Botswana, you can experience the rich African culture and the living tribes that are still preserving the tradition of bygone African era. The Sans people are living around the Kalahari region preserving the traditional beliefs and ancient values of Africa. One can seek out the knowledge and the lifestyle of these tribal communities when you are on your Botswana visit. Some of the lodges in the national park are designed in such a manner that they flaunt the touch of African architecture and art. These lodges and resorts offer a comfy and luxury accommodation option around the unpopulated region. With an abundance of wildlife and diverse family of birds in the woodlands and the wetlands’, Botswana holiday is your ideal gateway to dive in the serene beauty and experience the dynamic vista. Book your Botswana Safari Package now!

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Botswana Holiday Packages

Tour Code: AI_89

06 Days Victoria Falls, Chobe and Okavango Safari Tour

  • Victoria Falls (2N) - Chobe National Park (1N) - Okavango Delta (2N)
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With places like Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park and Okanvango Delta, The trio tour is sure to make your South Africa trip worth the while. Indulge in various activities that will keep you enthralled t ...

6 Days Tour

USD 2359

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Botswana Holidays

Tour Code: AI_60

05 Days Chobe and Okavango Safari Tour

  • Chobe National Park (2N) - Okavango Delta (2N)
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Explore wilderness and safari tours with this well planned Chobe & Okavango Tour itinerary. Proffering famous cities of Africa, this tour is an ideal choice to give you unforgettable wildlife and amazing e ...

5 Days Tour

USD 2169

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Southern Africa Holiday Packages

Tour Code: AI_98

14 Days Best of Southern Africa Safari Tour

  • Maun (1N) - Okavango Delta (2N) - Chobe National Park (2N) - Victoria Falls (3N) - Windhoek (1N) - Swakopmund (2N) - Etosha National Park (2N)
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Embark on a wildlife tour where you will get to encounter abundance of animals and make your Southern Africa Safari tour a journey of a lifetime. With places like Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Okav ...

14 Days Tour

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Botswana Holiday Packages : FAQs

Botswana, one of the sub-tropical wonders of South Africa, is one of the contemporary heavens for travellers around the globe. People choose to vacation in Botswana for different reasons and here are some of them:


  1. When the water level is high. 


The best time to visit Botswana is in the summer season - May to October. During this time, you can expect warm days and chilly nights with temperatures ranging from 22-degree Celsius to 35 degrees Celsius. The tides in the water streams are the highest during this time, allowing animals to gather for picturesque assimilation of wildlife. 


  1. When the grass is greener in Botswana


The cold months of November to April, also known as the winter season, are the best time to visit Botswana due to its greener ambivalence. The verdant forest and foliage render a perfect environment for animals to give birth. 


  1. When the animals are easy to spot 


The arid-tropical landscape of Botswana is home to a plethora of wildlife species. The spectacle of animals gathering around the flowing water streams creates a soothing sense of belonging amongst the participants in the animal kingdom. There are 170 mammal species found in this region, mainly, lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, antelopes, leopards, and giraffes. 


  1. When Kalahari welcomes new life


In February, due to heavy downpours in the region, new life bursts into vivid colours and dazzling shades, making it extravagant for safari lovers to flock here. This is one of the ideal times to vacation in Botswana. 


Safari cost in Botswana completely depends on your number of nights and the destination chosen for safari excursion. The Okavango Delta, Makgadikgadi Pans, Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve are some of the best safari destination one can add in Botswana tour packages. All the game reserves or national parks in Botswana are expensive with the luxurious accommodation option and widespread wilderness housing incredible African flora and fauna. In general, safari in Botswana or a Botswana safari tour can last up to 7 to 10 days with the minimum cost of US$300 per person per day. Rest can be altered with the accommodation you chose and the services or activities you have added during the tour.

The best Botswana safari packages offer the ultimate experience of watching the big five and other endemics of Africa. There is a diversity to discover as landscape of Botswana is somewhere marshy with the slat pans and delta and somewhere untamed wild with bushes and thick vegetation. The Okavango Delta of Botswana with the magnificent wetlands houses an abundance of birdlife with some species like red lechwe and puku. The great Big five of Africa can be spotted during safari in Chobe national park and Moremi reserve where the cheetah population is also present in abundance. While Moremi and Chobe are somewhere the green bushy region, Kalahari is deserted and dry with sparse vegetation.

Botswana is safe enough to travel as the country welcomes the tourist. Tourism is the major source of income in Botswana and the locals tends to welcome the travellers valuing the tourism. When it comes to opt the safety policies, you need to be aware just like you are travelling anywhere else. Local crime cases like robbery and theft, pick-pocketing is reported and exposing your valuables openly may welcome the incidences. You need to be a little attentive while you are in the city area or near the petrol stations and parking lots. The airports can be risky as cases of baggage theft have been reported when you are arriving from Cape Town or Johannesburg for your Botswana vacation packages.

Located in Botswana, Okavango Delta is listed as the UNESCO World Heritage site that covers up an area of approx. 16,000 sq. km. Okavango is listed as the world’s greatest inland delta that houses an abundance of wilderness. The delta is formed by the Okavango River that is fourth longest river in Southern with the length of 1,600 km. The river drains on Kalahira Desert forming the greatest delta of the world. Apart from Kalahari, the delta is also a part of Moremi Wildlife Reserve and houses the abundance of wilderness around. Each year the delta attains approx. 500,000 t per yr stable salts from the water of the Okavango River making it a fresh water delta. Okavango is one of the popular destinations for safari Botswana holiday packages.

The landlocked country of Botswana is home to some exotic excursions, available via our Botswana tour package, and home to numerous wildlife species. The ten major attractions in Botswana are mentioned below: 


  1. Chobe National Park


During the trip to Botswana, observe the world’s largest elephant concentration, visible in Chobe National Park, with more than 120,000 elephants in the national park. The best time to visit the national park is between May to September, when thousands of animals flock to the nearby water sources.


  1. The Okavango Delta


Voted one of the Seven Wonders of Africa in 2013, the UNESCO Heritage Site expands over a vast area of 150,000 km, harbouring an inland water system known as the Okavango River that cuts the Kalahari Desert from the centre. The favourable conditions of the ecosystem allow wildlife to bloom and survive much better than in other parts of the Botswana region. The Peak Flood season is from May - September. 


  1. The Tuli Block


Situated at the confluence of rivers Limpopo and Shashe, the Tuli Block lies at the boundary of South Africa and Zimbabwe. The rocky and dramatic terrain of the region houses various exotic species of animals and plants alike. Exclusive safari experiences, including night safari, game reserves and fine dining in bushes will make your Botswana trip worthwhile. The year-round beguiling destination is also known as South Africa’s best bird-watching spot, as approx. 350 bird species flock here during the season. 


  1. Makgadikgadi Salt Pan


The vast expanse of more than 10,000 kilometres in the north-eastern Botswana region, the Magkgadikgadi Salt Pan is Southern Africa's most sensational Zebra migration spot. Despite its visual substitutes on the internet, the dry land at its peak in the wet season hosts vast greenlands, enticing wildlife from adjacent regions of the native land.   


  1. Tsodilo Hills


Registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2001, the Tsodilo Hills is an archaeological archive for historians and travellers. It is believed that the place has religious significance for the locals and an outdoor art gallery experience for visitors, encasing 4000 ancient San Bushmen paintings at 400 different sites highlighting the rituals, environment interaction, and life every day for them. This will make for a spiritually enlightening experience during your Botswana vacation. 


  1. NXAI Pan National Park 


During the rainy season, from (November-April), the beautiful landscape of NXAI Pan National park spreads uniquely in the shades of lush greenery and exotic wildlife conglomeration. It boasts stunning sand dunes, large Boabab trees, and a remarkable salt pan, making it an alluring attraction for tourists to go on game drives, bird watching and safaris. You cannot miss out on this adventure during your holidays in Botswana. 


  1. Moremi Wildlife Reserve 


Well-known for its exclusive habitation of some rare species in the world, such as wild dogs, black manned Kalahari lion, sitatunga, brown hyena, Red Lechwe Antelope, and Puku, the Moremi Wildlife Reserve is worth a visit for travellers. The best time to visit Moremi Wildlife Reserve is from July to October. 


  1. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park


The thriving diversity of wildlife, landscapes, and vegetation in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park attracts safari lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and of course, the photographers of the wild. The best time to visit the park while on your vacation in Botswana, is in the rainy season, which is from November to April. 


  1. The Kalahari 


Kalahari Park is one of the most popular destinations in the Bostwana region. It is known for its avid birdwatching locations, exotic wildlife gatherings, and frequent predator activities. The all-year tourist destination is serene and home to even smaller animals such as honey badgers, porcupines, wild cats, meerkats, and aardwolves. 


  1. The Khama Rhino Sanctuary 


The Khama Rhino Sanctuary is the habitat for endangered Botswana rhinos. It was established in 1992 as an effort to save the species from poachers and hunters. You can find both white and black rhinos in the 4300-hectare land, about 25 km away from Serowe. The best time to visit the Khana Rhino sanctuary, while on your trip to Botswana, is between November to April. 


Botswana offers an incredible safari option with the best national parks and game reserves around the country. From Chobe national park to Okavango delta, Moremi game reserve and more, wilderness here includes the magnificent wilds of Africa. The national parks houses the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, black rhino and buffalo with other species like red lechwe, puku, zebras, wildebeest, hippo, antelopes and giraffe. While you are on your Botswana safari tour packages you can spot leopards, caracals, cheetahs, hippopotami, rhinos, crocodiles, kudu and impala. The low population and diverse wildlife makes Botswana a great place for safari excursion.

Botswana is a landlocked country and is situated nearly in the centre of the Southern African subcontinent. The climate of Botswana can be best described as semi-arid and the best time to go is during the winter month that is from April till August as the days are known to be generally pleasant and you can witness the amazing wildlife wandering around their water sources. Rainfall usually starts in October or November and continues through March or April. Spring season begins in August and the temperature rise during the hot and dry month of September, October and November.

Botswana is a country that is very prosperous and politically stable. When you go on an organized trip and live in lodges and camps, there are very unusual security issues. Most of the crime happens in the cities but you should always be aware of standard safety precautions your accommodation. Ultimately, Botswana is so peaceful that its wildlife is the greatest danger to safari visitors, but you will be perfectly fine if you follow your guide's safety instructions. Botswana Safari packages allow the travellers to witness the abundance of wildlife and be up close and personal with the animals. It would be better to always be cautious and listen to your guide as he is well aware of the region and its animals.

From luxury to budget accommodation, when on safari during your Botswana vacation, you can expect these types of accommodation options, ranging variable according to tent sizes, bedrooms, toilet facilities, luxury amenities, and location: 


  1. Luxury Safari Lodge


Enthusiasts looking for a luxury stay or a hotel-like experience in the Botswana safari should opt for luxury safari lodges that are premium living spaces, communal dining options, exclusive chef meals, luxury bathrooms, and charging points for your electronic devices. Wifi facility is only available in premium lodges only. 


  1.  Mobile Camping 


Mobile camping is one of the most useful and arduous accommodations possible on safari in Botswana. Available range of accommodation is budget mobile camping, standard mobile camping, premium mobile camping, luxury mobile camping and even, ultra mobile camping. 

These camping options differ in aspects such size of the tent, amenities, washroom availability, etc. 



  1. Self-Drive camps


These are the most basic camps. While on a safari in Botswana, if you have your car, then having a self-drive camp is the best accommodation option.


When choosing a Botswana Tour Package, you can expect the following African Safari experience: 


  1. A horde of wildlife reserves, national parks, and sanctuaries for travellers and photographers. 

  2. Exclusive safari options, including night safari, game drives, and elephant safari. 

  3. Well-picked spots of wildlife congregation for birdwatching and photography. 

  4. Historical cave visit in Tsodilo Hill, harbouring many depictions of man and art. 

  5. The wildlife distribution in the land depends on the climatic conditions, so, before visiting, research what type of weather allows what is best for you. 

  6. Ranging from budget to luxury accommodation, you can select the stay option from lodges, mobile camps and self-driving camps. 

  7. Electricity is one of the few amenities that are scarce in this region, so back a powerful power bank for your electronic devices. 

  8. Talking with locals in the communities might reveal exclusive safari spots for travellers who appreciate exclusivity. 

Here are some of the Botswana Safari Tour Highlights:


  1. Interaction with the San Bushmen tribe: 


At Jack’s camp in Kalahari, you can interact with Zu/’hoasi and understand the life of bushmen people. 

  1.  Endangered and Exotic Animal sighting


Spot various endangered species, including wild dogs and rhinos, and other exotic confluences of animals as well bird species in the world to signify their importance in our ecosystem. 


  1. Explore Botswana’s Deltas from the sky 


You can book small charter planes for air safari in the Botswana region. The scattered benevolence of the vast expanse is visible from the sky, with exclusive wildlife sightings and landscape distribution.   


  1. Fine Dine amidst the bushes 


The alfresco dining option is one of the sought thrills in the Botswana safari experience amongst travel bloggers and tourists from around the globe. You can plan on requesting meals or ask for an exotic chef’s choice. 


  1. The Ride of Mokoros


The Mokoro is a canoe-like structure, that is used by busmen in the regions of Okavango deltas to steer in the shallow waters of the river by standing on the stern of the boat and pushing it with a row.

Botswana Safari Tour Tips are as follows: 


  1. For visitors coming from different countries, take an extra day to adjust to South African Standard Time (GMT+2) before starting your Botswana tour.

  2. Revisit your travel itinerary as you don’t want to miss important items for your trip.

  3. Try to wear cushioned shoes that are comfortable for raunchy terrain or good hiking boots with tight threads.

  4. Carry light fabrics such as cotton and ensure to bring full sleeves shirts, sunglasses, and a hat to protect you from direct sun rays.

  5. Pack sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 15.

  6. Distribute your travel itinerary and other lodging details to your family and friends to confirm your whereabouts in Botswana.

  7. Carry a universal adapter for your electronic devices.

  8. Consult your doctor for any medical necessities about vaccination and malaria before you head on.

  9. Collect and organize your travel documents to ensure safe and easy travel to Botswana. 

  10. Select exclusivity over luxury for better views of the wildlife and nature around.  

The popular Botswana cuisines are mentioned below: 


  1. Seswaa - The slow-cooked delicacy which has a confluence of meats of goat, lamb, chicken, and beef, sprinkled with enough salt and pepper. 

  2. Morogo - Known as Botswana’s Spinach dish is a combination of three different types of green leaves, that are cooked with tomatoes, onions and butter. 

  3. Dikgobe - It is a combination of peas and beans which is cooked slowly with traditional sauces, availing a healthy and nutritious meal for the people. 

  4. Matemakewane - Similar to dumplings, the exotic dish is one of the most popular bread delicacies in the region. It is filled with vegetables and meats for a sumptuous meal. 

  5. Mopane Worms - The worms are served with tomato stew or peanut sauce, and it is considered a local treat in the Botswana culinary culture.  

  6. Bojalwa - It is an opaque-looking beer made from sorghum. The people of Botswana use it in their celebrations and as a beverage to serve to their guests.

Yes. To enter Botswana, you will need to show the latest COVID-19 vaccine certification. If you are not fully vaccinated, please complete your vaccination process or undergo PCR testing at the port of airport entry. 

Yes. The total permitted time for non-native people is registered as less than 90 days in the visa provided by the Botswana government. The non-native requires a passport and a visa to enter Botswana.

Tipping in Botswana is not a mandatory culture but one should always appreciate good service and tip according to the impact of the service and its delivery. 

Internet access in Botswana is only available in the developed sectors of the region and expecting internet access during safaris is not an option for now. The network providers available are Orange, BTC, and Mascom. 

Western-style flush toilets are widely found in developed areas or nowadays, in camps. Although, latrines are still prevalent in many regions of Botswana. 

Avoid drinking tap water in Botswana because of the contaminated water flowing in non-urban regions. Use bottled water at all times or use only tap water in urban locations as the water is chlorinated.

Major credit cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants, and other public places throughout Botswana. But if you are purchasing something from a remote shop then carry adequate cash in your pocket. 

ATMs are easy to access in urban sectors of Botswana but due to its vast lands still in wild, ATMs are hardly found in far-off locations. Search for ATMs according to your travel itinerary for better financial aid during your visit. 

 It is not mandatory or obligatory to buy travel insurance before travelling to Botswana. To stay secure at tough times during travel, travel insurance is a lifesaver for tourists flocking to the dry paradise.

Here is a list of public holidays in Botswana: 


  1. New Year’s Day and the next day ( Jan 1 and Jan 2)

  2. March Equinox ( Mar 20) 

  3. Good Friday (April 15)

  4. Holy Saturday (April 16)

  5. Easter Monday (April 18)

  6. Labour Day and the Next Day (May 1 and 2) 

  7. Mother’s Day (8 May)

  8. Ascension Day. (26 May).