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Hippos splashing in the waters of the Okavango Delta, Botswana.


Where is the best place to safari in Botswana?

Botswana wilderness areas are diverse – from desert to wetland – and different species occur in these areas. Landscapes are varied and the safari experience differs from place to place in that there are a number of different activities that can be done. The best option for a Botswana safari is a combination of areas and activities.

What is the best time of the year to visit Botswana?

The peak time to travel to Botswana is the winter months of May through to September – this however is not necessarily the best time to visit Botswana as there are areas that attract herds of game in the summer months when the grass is lush and there is plenty of water about.

It was always believed that the best time to visit Botswana was in the winter as the wildlife concentrates around the permanent water sources, but in recent years the realisation has occurred that the summer months when all the antelope give birth and the migrant birds have arrived can be considered the best time to travel to Botswana.

What is the malaria situation in Botswana?

Botswana is a malaria risk area but as most of the lodges are in remote areas the chances of contracting malaria are lessened. Malaria spreads faster in heavily populated areas. Anti-malaria medication is a must – and must be sorted out before leaving home – and precautions such as protective clothing and repellent will help keep the mosquitoes at bay.

What is the safety situation in Botswana?

Aside from maybe malaria, the tourist areas of Botswana are very safe as they are remote and most can only be accessed by aeroplane. This prevents the spread of criminal activity into the lodges. There is some crime in the major centers but as a visitor the chances are not big of becoming a crime statistic.

What are the vetenary fences and will they impact my holiday?

The vet fences were set up by the Botswana government to prevent the movement of wildlife into the domestic herds. The European Union who buys Botswana beef stipulated that the country should control foot and mouth disease for the import agreement to continue. As Botswana is a big beef producer [second biggest export] the fences were deemed the solution to protect the beef industry.

As to whether the fences will impact a holiday – the answer is a very definite NO! They do not hinder the movement of wildlife anymore. The wildlife has adapted to the fences and there will be no sign to indicate how close you are to a fence from wherever you are staying.

What is the nightlife like in Botswana?

Botswana is more famous for the nightlife in its wilderness areas than that in the cities and towns. If you are in the bush, the only nightlife you will enjoy includes participating in an exciting night game drive, discovering the wonders of the nocturnal world in the wilderness. If you are in the city, Gaborone offers a few restaurants and bars that should provide an entertaining night in Botswana.

What are the must see attractions in Botswana?

Botswana is one of the best tourist destinations in Africa. Some of the most popular attractions in the country include the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe Game Reserve, Makgadikgadi saltpans and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve.

In Botswana, you will discover a variety of spectacular landscapes, wildlife, vegetation and birdlife. The pristine forests is home to a myriad of birds, and not forgetting the real reason you come to Africa, the big game, including Lion, Elephant, Hyena, Wild Dog, Buffalo and Hippo.

All in all, Botswana is said to be home to 164 mammals, 157 species of reptile, 80 species of fish, 550 bird species and an immeasurable number of insects and spiders.




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