Imagine a country where natural parks and vast private game reserves make up 40% of a fenceless territory, enabling huge herds of game to roam freely in contrasting landscapes of magnificent extremes, from the Kalahari’s desertic plains to the Okavango’s lush waterways… A land of staggering beauty and breath-taking contrasts, Botswana has developed a tradition of top-level safari tourism, offering some of the best wildlife safaris you will find. Moreover, the diversity of habitats suggests a safari for every season.

 

A quiet & real African country

 

Known for peace and tranquillity, diamonds and beef, Botswana is an enchanting country with unfenced wilderness, friendly people and culture.

 

The country of the Tswana people is a safe and secure holiday destination to visit, with little crime and no political unrest. The small African kingdom enjoys a quiet democratic, parliamentary government, a stable economy and good infrastructures.

 

With a population of approximately 1.8 million, Botswana is said to have more animals – both wild game and cattle – than humans on its territory. Its people are quiet and friendly, and there is a widespread appreciation of tourists.

 

Botswana has a rich cultural history, much of which is being discovered daily by amateur archaeologists. This includes the stone wall ruins, patterned pottery and Stone Age tools that litter the countryside, not to mention the many rock art sites that punctuate the centre & rocky rim of the sandy interior of the country.

 

Consult more information on Botswana from Wikipedia or the Country reports.

 

Authentic safari tourism

 

The country has a proud history of wildlife management and conservation, and specializes in upmarket safari tourism. The wilderness attractions are thus largely unspoilt, enabling travellers to enjoy exclusive spots and unparalleled African adventure experiences. There are also a growing number of successful community based tourism initiatives, which further integrate safari tourism into a sustainable development.

 

A patchwork of habitats & wildlife

 

Botswana is ideally located in the heart of Southern Africa between Zambia, South Africa and Namibia. Home of the famed Okavango Delta, the country offers amazing extremes with a patchwork of different ecosystems and magnificent wildlife: from the scorching Kalahari desert to the amazing waterways of the Okavango Delta – one of two largest inland deltas in the world with its amazing bird species. Also major safari attractions are the Chobe National park, a typical African safari environment, and the amazing saltpans at the Makgadikgadi & Nxai Pan National Parks, with thousands of water birds, and large Zebra migrations in the green season.

 

No less than 36 species of mammies, 480 birds, 80 fishes, 70 snakes, and 500 butterflies can be seen. Impressive herds of wildlife are found throughout the country, both in and outside the national parks. Game covers the widest range including the Big Five, various Antelope, Kudu, Giraffe, Cheetah, Ostrich, Leopard, Wild Dog and more. Botswana is also famous for having the largest population of elephants in the world (over 120,000!), and they can be seen migrating through the whole land. The country is home to almost 600 species of birds, including many unique and rare specimens.

 

A safari for every season

 

The varieties of the habitats guarantee great safari experiences at almost any time of the year, depending on the destination.

 

 

• The green season (December to March/April) provides great enhancements in landscapes and wildlife in the Okavango Delta & Moremi Game Reserve. It is also the best time to explore the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, where large herds will enjoy the vast Northern grasslands. In Makgadikgadi & Nxai Pans National Parks, you will also witness dramatic game migrations. Rather avoid Chobe National Park at that time for it will be the perfect time for malaria.

• The dry season (May/June to October) is normally considered the best time for game viewing, because it is then easier to view the animals when they come to the permanent water points for drinking. You will enjoy the Okavango Delta & Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe National Park & Linyanti, but rather avoid the Central Kalahari Game Reserve because it is too hot and dry both for visitors and animals. Makgadikgadi & Nxai Pans National Parks will provide unique experience of isolation, with game viewing possibly from April to June.

 

You will benefit from lower rates in our camps and safaris during the green season, which is from November to April, and also for the shoulder seasons (April to June & November).

 

To better understand seasons in the region, please check our safari season's information.

 

Be our guest

 

As we specialize in Botswana safaris, we have set up permanent and mobile-tented camps to cover each of the amazing safari destinations. Please visit our safari camps in Botswana, choose a safari itinerary, or contact us for a tailor-made safari proposal.