Botswana is Southern Africa’s premier wildlife destination, with its swathes of untouched wilderness and superb upmarket lodges and camps, offering low impact, eco-friendly tourism. Although the majority of accommodation is high end, there are some purse-friendly camps and self-drive options for those on smaller budgets. With beautiful, diverse habitats including forests, deltas, deserts, swamps, rivers and grasslands, Botswana is home to a large concentration of wildlife, best seen from dug-out canoes in the Okavango Delta and game drives in Chobe, Moremi and other parks.
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Botswana Safari Tour Packages:
Embark on an extraordinary 15-day adventure through the diverse landscapes and captivating cultures of Ethiopia. From ancient rock hewn churches to vibrant tribal encounters, immerse yourself in the hidden treasures of this enchanting land. Experience...
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Country:Ethiopia,
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Safari Type:Cultural Safari, Desert Safari, Dive Safari, Guided Safari, Trekking Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Budget, Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Addis Ababa, end in Addis Ababa
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15 Days from$2820 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
This safari takes you camping down the Tsiribihina River, where you discover the wildlife of Madagascar and experience the folkloric music and traditional dancing of the local people around a camp fire. The adventure continues at Tsingy de Bemaraha National...
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Country:Madagascar,
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Safari Type:Camping Safari, Cultural Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Camping, Mid Range
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14 Days from$2,862 p/p in USD
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Departures: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Located to the east of Arusha town, about 20 kilometers drive from Arusha, Mount Meru is the second highest mountain in Tanzania. The mountain stands at an altitude of 4566 meters above sea level inside the Arusha National Park. Meru has...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Guided Safari, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Camping
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Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
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3 Days from$1000 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Embark on a thrilling, family-friendly safari that takes you to some of Tanzania’s most iconic parks and reserves. This 5-day adventure blends unforgettable wildlife encounters with moments of relaxation, all while exploring diverse landscapes and habitats....
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
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5 Days from$2150 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
This short safari heads out to Ndutu to explore the great wildebeest migration. It takes you to see one of the highlights of the world's greatest animal movements, the great migration, which will be gathering in the mineral-rich Ndutu Plains for the calving...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Migration Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
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4 Days from$1705 p/p in USD
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Departures: Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
This safari tour package will take you to Selous Game Reserve, Ruaha National Park and Mikumi National Park. Explore on game drives, walking safaris and boat safaris. Selous Game Reserve and Ruaha National Park are rich in wildlife but they receive very...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Budget, Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Dar es Salaam, end in Dar es Salaam
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8 Days from$4540 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
This safari starts and finishes in Zanzibar, a great option if you're staying on Zanzibar and would like to experience two of Tanzania's top wildlife spots. Visit Ngorongoro Crater, the largest intact crater and also one of the largest extinct craters...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Zanzibar, end in Zanzibar
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2 Days from$1100 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Major Botswana Safari Attractions
Botswana Safari Tour Highlights
- Glide through the waterways of the Okavango Delta by mokoro canoe, the traditional way to travel through the delta to get a unique perspective of this beautiful region.
- Explore the world’s largest salt pan, Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, usually flat and bare until the rains come when huge herds of antelope and zebra arrive.
- Discover Chobe National Park’s huge herds of elephants and the largest number of lions in Botswana.
- Search for the king of the desert, the impressive Kalahari lion, in the enormous Central Kalahari Game Reserve.
- The verdant Okavango Delta
- Explore Botswana wildlife safari with excellent wildlife viewing in the northern parks, Okavango Delta, Linyanti and Chobe
- Beautiful and diverse scenery of dry desert, salt pans, savannah grasslands, and delta waterways
- Safari holidays in Botswana also gives you the option of a boat trip on the Chobe River
- Game drives in Chobe National Park searching for wildlife
- Botswana safari vacations also comprise of top classes camps and lodges
- Traveling to Botswana is safe, and there is political stability.
- Some of the animals to see on a Botswana Safari are Kalahari elephant, African wild dog, impala, hippos, wildebeests, crocodiles, giraffes, primates, eland, lions, cheetah, leopards, etc.
Would you like to know more about Botswana:
Facts About Botswana Safari Tour
- Around 84% of Botswana is covered by sand with the enormous Kalahari Desert covering a large portion of the country as well as parts of South Africa and Namibia.
- Botswana is the world’s third-largest diamond producer.
- Compared to other African countries, Botswana has the largest concentration of meerkats.
- The Okavango Delta, one of the largest inland water systems in the world, brings annual floods and water to the desert land.
Botswana offers visitors a plethora of adventures. Learn more about planning one with Botswana’s detailed Travel Guide featuring wildlife reserves and parks.
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For wildlife safaris, the best time to travel to Botswana is from May to October. These months mark the dry season, a time during which the chances of spotting animals are higher due to the diminishing vegetation, which makes it easier to spot animals that congregate around waterholes. These months are also the peak season, which means it can be more expensive in terms of park prices and accommodations. Compared to the dry season, the wet season, from November to March, may have fewer animal sightings, but even with the dense vegetation, visitors can spot plenty of animals. Furthermore, a safari trip during the off-season will be easier on the pocket and less crowded. For more information about the best time to travel to Botswana, check out our best time to visit Botswana guide. Like the majority of safari destinations, Botswana is ideal for a family holiday. Some safari lodges and camps have a minimum age of 12 (or other) but there are plenty of great options available to families with younger children. There are many safari options put on for children such as tailored game drives and walks with fantastic guides as well as other entertainment to keep the kids busy. Further Reading: 5 Amazing African Safari Destinations That Your Kids Will Love English, a remnant of colonial rule, is the official language in Botswana, used for written communication and business dealings. Although it is known as the official language, it is only a first language for 2.8% of Botswana’s population. The most commonly spoken language in Botswana is Setswana, spoken by around 77.3% of locals, and one of the many Bantu languages spoken in Botswana. Botswana’s official currency is Botswana Pula, which is accepted throughout the country. But US Dollars, UK pounds, Euros, and South African rands are also accepted at most shops and accommodations. Moreover, visitors can also use international credit cards at the majority of hotels in Botswana. And if you find yourself short on money, there are plenty of ATMs throughout Botswana. To make things a little simpler, we have shared a quick currency conversion (2021): A visitor will need a passport with at least 6-month validity and two blank pages. Not every visitor needs a visa to enter Botswana. To find out if you need a visa to visit Botswana, refer to the list of visa-exempt countries. Currently, foreign citizens have to apply for a Botswana visa at the Botswana Embassy in person or on arrival as there is no online mode to apply for a visa. Travelling to and from the major safari destinations in Botswana such as Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Central Kalahari Game Reserve, and Moremi Game Reserve, is by transfer vehicle and/or charter flights. Maun is the hub for many charter flights taking visitors into the Okavango Delta and other more remote areas. On a charter flight, the safari experience begins with amazing views of the wilderness and animals below you. Botswana is one of Africa’s top-most bird-watching destinations. Some of the major parks and game reserves in Botswana have a large concentration of birdlife. Bokaa Dam, Kgoro Pan, Kasane region, Lake Ngami, Limpopo River, Moremi Gorge, Rysana Pan, Shakawe, and Savuti Marsh are few other popular birding destinations in Botswana.FAQ’s for Botswana Safari
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