Botswana Tours

Botswana is regarded by many as the best safari destination in the whole of Africa. Many visitors head to the Okavango Delta for wildlife-watching – but other popular areas include Chobe, Linyanti and the Moremi Game Reserve. These are prime viewing spots for large animals. And, thanks to the luxury lodges, you can enjoy a comfortable stay in the wild. 

You can tick off seeing the ‘Big Five’ in Botswana – lion, leopard, elephant, black rhino and buffalo. You’ll also spot an abundance of other animals, including giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, hippo and antelope. Be careful of the waters of the Okavango Delta, though, as they’re brimming with Nile crocodiles! Aside from the country’s national parks and reserves, Botswana is almost entirely desert. So, if you want to experience something different, the Makgadikgadi Saltpans and Central Kalahari Game Reserve are the ideal choices for a desert safari.

Botswana is filled with rivers and waterways, ideal for cruising and wildlife spotting. You can take a traditional mokoro canoe across the remote Okavango Delta, moving silently through the waters as you look for exotic birdlife. In Chobe National Park, travel across the calm waters of the Chobe River and watch the sunset melting into the horizon, surrounded by sublime scenery.

It’s best to visit the Chobe River during Botswana’s dry season, from April to October, as the animals will flock to the river for a much-needed drink. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, buffalo and antelope, as well as predators like lions, wild dogs, crocodiles, leopards and cheetahs.

Botswana has many types of safari accommodations, but there’s a focus on luxury lodges and camps – so you can experience a trip of a lifetime in style and comfort. There are cosy camps and safari lodges of every description, from the lavish to the more homely, with private villa accommodations of various types and levels of luxury.

For a truly immersive wildlife experience, some camps are even built on stilts into the surrounding forest. All our Botswana tours include a stay in a tented lodge, as standard – but, whatever type of accommodation you’re looking for, we’ll have something for you.

The collective name for the people of Botswana is Batswana. It gives a sense of the cultural unity which flows throughout the country, despite the nation's complex blend of tribal identities. However, this fascinating cultural diversity means there’s always something new and exciting to discover on your tour – whether it’s a tribal dance routine, a local style of music, or a special ceremony specific to one tribal group.

When it comes to souvenir shopping, you’ll find a range of traditional crafts to take home. Think woven baskets, pottery, fabrics, carpets, wood carvings, and jewellery. Many of these items are crafted from ostrich eggshells for a one-of-a-kind gift or souvenir. So be sure to browse a local market, and see what takes your fancy.