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Botswana Travel Tips and Information

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Official NameRepublic of Botswana
Population2.25 million
CapitalGaborone
Country CodeBW
LanguageSetswana
Country Code (international calls)267

The flight time to Botswana is approximately ---- hours. Check the climate, currency, religion, manners, other information of Botswana below. Wishing you pleasant travels to Botswana.


Botswana is located in the southern part of Africa and shares borders with South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia.

Visa and Immigration Procedures to Botswana

Citizens of 67 countries and territories, including Australia, Canada, Netherlands (as well as other EU countries), Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, UK and US, do not require a visa. For citizens of other nations, a visa must be obtained prior to arrival.

Things/Items Allowed into Botswana

Passengers may bring in 2 liters of wine, 1 liter of other alcoholic beverages, 200 individual cigarettes, 20 cigars, 250-gram tobacco and 50 ml perfume.

Things/Items Forbidden out of Botswana

・ Local Currency

Things/Items Forbidden into Botswana

・ Drugs ・ Boats ・ Meat and Dairy Products

Voice of Travelers to Botswana

Got a cheap air ticket to Botswana! Yay!

It is great fun to travel to your favorite country with a cheap air ticket. These days, it is so hard to find an affordable ticket on good airlines. Usually, if the ticket is cheap the airline offers bad service as well. Thanks to my travel agent, I got an inexpensive ticket to Botswana. I was traveling from Heathrow in London to Gaborne, Botswana. I was hoping that I could get a return ticket so that I don't have to go through the hassle of purchasing one from Botswana at higher rates. My travel agent kept all of my specifications in mind and emailed me my ticket a day before I had to leave. I was so happy with the rate I got. I printed my ticket and presented it in the airport while boarding the next day. The flight was fun-filled and the service was top-notch!

Travelling from Cape Town to Gabone via Bus!

I was on my school break and I wanted to explore Botswana via Bus! I looked around for a bus ticket for the weekend on any of the top quality bus services including Intercap and Greyhound. Ticket wise, these bus services are very similar. The buses are very luxurious with comfortable seats and large leg space. I used Intercap and got my ticket at an affordable rate. I had a 2 legged route that ran from Cape Town to Johannesburg to Gaborone. The safe option for me was to purchase a full ticket beforehand for all the routes. The ride was safe, timely, and enjoyable. I would advise everyone to keep their ticket with them at all times and always check your ticket before boarding the bus in order to avoid any inconvenience. Also, don't give your ticket to anyone as this causes a lot of trouble.

Safari tour ticket!

There are so many safari tours in Botswana that you get confused. I opted for a safari tour which had an affordable ticket. I found the deal and booked the ticket in advance. I never knew that Botswana was so pretty with natural beauty and animal reserves. Our ticket included meals, accommodation, and travel. I got to see the most amazing parks, sanctuaries, and deltas in Botswana. The itinerary accompanied the ticket received in email. I have kept my ticket with me and posted it on my travel wall. I have this amazing ticket collection!

Botswana Travel FAQs

Q. What are the top places to visit in Botswana?

A. Botswana is known for its parks, deserts, and deltas. The country has many animal and plant reserves. The Okavango Delta has the most amazing preserved wilderness in Africa. You can get a chance to see animals like cheetahs, giraffes, elephants, and crocodiles. The Chobe National Park is an awe-inspiring wildlife destination with 3 wildlife watching areas. The famous Chobe River of Botswana is guaranteed to take your breath away. Kubu Island is a national monument known for its mysterious rock walls and natural beauty. The Linyanti Wetlands is an ideal place for campers in Botswana amidst populations of elephants and large cats. There are many other places to visit in Botswana including some amazing villages like Gabane.

Botswana - Direct Flights to Major Airports

Airports handling direct flights toSir Seretse Khama International Airport・ Heathrow Airport ・ O. R. Tambo International Airport ・ Dubai International Airport   etc.

Airports handling direct flights toMaun Airport・ Cape Town International Airport ・ O. R. Tambo International Airport etc.

Flight Routes to Botswana

Popular air routes to Botswana are from the UK. The most popular flights are via London Heathrow Airport and Manchester Airport. Other routes to Botswana include flights via Johannesburg, Cameroon, Dublin, and London City. Botswana's main airport is Sir Seretse Khama in Gaborone.