Malaria Precautions before you TravelBotswana 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. Personal SafetyAside from maybe malaria, the tourist areas of Botswana are very safe as they are remote and most can only be accessed by light aircraft. 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. The Must-See Attractions of BotswanaBotswana is one of the best tourist destinations in Africa. Some of the most popular attractions in the country include:
- Okavango Delta - the massive inland flood plain
- Chobe Game Reserve - for the greatest elephant population in Africa
- Central Kalahari - for the Makgadikgadi saltpans
The pristine forests are home to a myriad of birds - both local and migratory, and not forgetting the real reason you come to Africa, the big game, including Lion, Elephant, Hyena, Wild Dog, Buffalo and Hippo.About Vetinary FencesThe 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. | 
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