Botswana is one of Africa’s foremost safari destinations and our travel guides provide information on how to make the most of your time in the country, whether you're planning a family holiday, a luxury break or to see the annual zebra migration.
Keen photographers will be spoilt by Botswana’s stunning landscape and the many opportunities for getting close to wildlife on a photographic safari, while mobile safari camps provide an authentic African bush experience for the more adventurous. We can also tailor-make a walking safari or a safari by water on the Okavango Delta for a chance to spot the Big Five from a different perspective.
Start planning your tailor-made trip by contacting one of our Botswana specialists
Our travel guides share our specialists' passion and knowledge for Botswana. We travel here regularly to discover new experiences, explore untried areas and dig deeper into the better-known places and attractions. At the same time, we gather advice and up-to-date information on the best-quality guides, new hotels and restaurants, and the most memorable forms of transportation.
Best safari destinations in Botswana
Rainbow-plumed bee-eaters, black-maned Kalahari lions, and elusive brown hyenas… Botswana plays host to a huge diversity of wildlife, in part due to its vastly different landscapes. Africa specialist Harriet shares her favourite safari destinations you could visit on your next trip.
Mobile camping safaris in Botswana
The sights and sounds of safari are just the other side of the canvas on one of our tailor-made mobile camping safaris. Get back to basics and immerse yourself in the true spirit of Africa, staying in private campsites where comfort isn't scrimped on.
Walking safaris in Botswana
Get away from the road and closer to the wildlife on one of our tailor-made walking safaris in Botswana, with a great chance of spotting the Big Five. Our specialists will design your safari on foot around your preferences, anything from a morning walk to a three-day hike.
Honeymoons in Botswana
A safari is perhaps the ultimate honeymoon experience and Botswana is one of the top destinations in Africa. Stay in a luxury lodge in the big game rich Okavango Delta, take a boat trip on the Chobe River, or visit the San people of the Kalahari. Complete your trip with a few days on a beach in the Seychelles or Mauritius.
Luxury holidays in Botswana
From luxury sleepouts in the bush to intimate lagoon-side camps, Botswana gives you plenty of choice when deciding where to stay on your luxury safari. Experienced safari specialist Alex picks his top stays and experiences for making your trip extra special.
Family safaris in Botswana: our 8 best camps & lodges
Botswana is known for its intimate, luxurious camps and lodges amid pristine wilderness, but that’s not to say they’re just for adults. We’ve rounded up eight of our best to help you decide where to base yourself if you’re exploring as a family.
Okavango Delta safaris
The Okavango Delta is safari by water, where you glide in canoes through waterways and twinkling lagoons in search of hippo, elephant, giraffe and iridescent birdlife. Discover the best time to visit this wonderful water world and how we can help you plan your safari there.
Zebra migration
Each year, up to 25,000 zebra migrate through Botswana's national parks in one of the animal kingdom's most spectacular sights. Our specialists can recommend the places where you're mostly likely to witness the action and the best camps to stay in.
A typical day on an African safari
A typical day on safari essentially revolves around the need to see the wildlife at its most active. It usually follows a similar routine with slight variations between destinations and seasons.
