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Botswana Safaris

The Ultimate Guide to Your Botswana Safaris

The low rumble of elephants in the Makgadikgadi Pans or the quiet splash of a hippo returning to the waters of the Okavango are as soft as a whisper, but on a safari in Botswana, these are your alarm clock.

You can carry on dozing in the soft dawn light, but the call of the wild is persistent. Soon, you’ll be up and out there, silently gliding up the delta in a mokoro, eye-level with the tiny, jewel-coloured reed frogs. Or looking for lions and cheetahs on the hunt across the huge plains during a morning game drive.

On a Botswana safari this is just everyday magic. It’s about abundant wildlife, awe-inspiring vistas, and a steadfast commitment to conservation.

There are more elephants in Botswana than in any other country on Earth, so it’s the best place for seeing these incredible creatures go about their ancient ways. It’s also arid, mostly desert or semi-desert, punctuated by lush green waterways, like Selinda Spillway and the Chobe River. This means the air is clear, the sunrises and sunsets are lurid, and at night the stars are brilliant.

A Botswana safari is a journey into the heart of Africa’s untamed beauty.

Why Visit Botswana?

  • Exclusivity: Botswana’s low-volume, high-value tourism model ensures uncrowded safari experiences.
  • Diverse Ecosystems: With wetlands and deserts, Botswana offers a wide variety of habitats, each supporting unique wildlife.
  • Exceptional Wildlife: Renowned for its Big Five sightings, Botswana is also home to rare species such as African wild dogs and sitatunga, whose spreading hooves are adapted to the boggy ground of the Okavango Delta.
  • Luxury Accommodations: Lodges and camps blend ultra-luxe with eco-conscious design and are often located in remote and breathtaking settings.
  • Water-Based Safaris: The Okavango Delta’s waterways give a unique perspective on the landscape, and mokoro rides and boat safaris set it apart from other destinations. Not to mention the thrill of sliding a game viewer through a channel, water reaching almost up to the seats.
  • Commitment to Conservation: Botswana is a global leader in sustainable tourism, with extensive efforts to protect its ecosystems and wildlife.

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Botswana Safari Reviews

Read what other travellers have to say about their unforgettable experiences in Botswana.

Absolutely Fabulous Tour

18 Nights Zimbabwe and Botswana Review

Tamara Thompson, United States
17 Dec 2025

The planning and logistics provided by Discover Africa were superb.

We would definitely book with Susan and Discover Africa again.

Absolutely Perfect – A Seamless, 5-Star Safari Experience

Southern and East Africa Safari Review

Renae, Australia
08 Jul 2025

Our Cape Town and Safari Adventure was top-notch!

Cape Town Adventure and Kruger National Park Safari Review

John Howell, United States
25 Jun 2025

An outstanding safari trip made seamless

Safari at Jock Safari Lodge and Arathusa Safari Lodge Review

Glenda & Kenneth, Australia
25 Apr 2025