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Botswana Highlights and Events
Travel in Botswana with Intrepid
Home to large populations of wildlife, rugged national parks, wetlands alive with birds and one of the world’s largest deltas, Botswana’s bounty of natural treasures is remarkable. With winter sunshine, a temperate climate and golden sunsets, it’s no wonder most locals have beaming smiles - they’re surrounded by some of Mother Nature’s greatest triumphs.
Experience Botswana's highlights on these trips
Best of Botswana
14 days
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USD $4,509CAD $4,275AUD $4,139EUR €3,009GBP £2,622NZD $5,299ZAR R34,335CHF FR3,697* Total price tool tip
Amazing Southern Africa
22 days
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USD $7,765CAD $7,390AUD $7,135EUR €5,440GBP £4,525NZD $9,135ZAR R59,155CHF FR6,690* Total price tool tip
Okavango & Beyond
9 days
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Kruger to Vic Falls
7 days
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Highlights
- Explore the woodlands and floodplains of the Moremi Game Reserve
- See rare white rhinos on a game drive in Khama Rhino Sanctuary
- Kick back in the eclectic frontier town of Maun
- Ride a canoe and camp out in the luscious Okavango Delta
- Look for leopards and cheetahs along the Khwai River
- Relax over dinner in the town of Palapye
- See herds of magnificent elephants in Chobe National Park
- Have exciting wildlife encounters while on safari in Elephant Sands
- Spot hippos and crocodiles while cruising the Chobe River
Festivals and Events
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Maitisong Festival
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- This annual performing arts festival gifts the city of Gaborone with a carnival of colour. Over nine days, the streets and performance venues are filled with traditional dancing, theatre, music and a whole lot of fun.
Intrepid has no control over changes made to festival and event dates and activities. Note that some Intrepid trips which include an event as part of their itinerary, may be surcharged. Where festivals or events are not included as part of an Intrepid trip, all costs associated with the event will need to be paid for by the client. Please check before booking your Intrepid trip that it does match up with key festival or event dates.
Botswana's Top Picks
The national currency of Botswana is 'Pula' which is a Setswana word for rain that brings prosperity, goodwill and peace
Top 10 Animals of Botswana
- African Elephant: Botswana is home to one of the world's largest populations of African elephants. Nothing beats encountering a herd of these majestic beasts while out on safari. It's an iconic African travel moment to treasure!
- Cape Vulture: This endangered species is fully protected in Botswana, although the global population has sadly been in decline for years. Playing an important part in the food chain, this imposing bird can be found all throughout Botswana. See them while you can.
- Chacma Baboon: Botswana's largest primate belongs to the old-world monkey family and can be found in the Okavango Delta region of Botswana. With a distinctive dog-like face and very sharp teeth, they aren't beauty pageant contenders but have a loveable charm of their own.
- Flamingo: One of the most curiously beautiful birds in Africa, pink flamingos can be found in the salt pans and wetlands of the north. If you're heading to Botswana, try to catch them in all their blush-pink avian glory.
- Lesser Bushbaby: The nocturnal bushbaby is a distant relative of the lemur and can be found in the northern parts of Botswana. While they are hard to spot, you can usually hear them crying out from the trees in the night.
- Lion: Time seems to stand still when a pride of regal lions present themselves. Watch safari-goers and other animals stop in their tracks and collectively hold their breath in respect (and fear) for these beautiful beasts.
- Kori Bustard: Large populations of the world's heaviest flying bird live in Botswana and are easily spotted due to their large, crested head. Although capable of flight, the kori bustard is usually found on the ground foraging for lizards and insects.
- Zebra: There's no doubt - the national animal of Botswana is one of the most striking in the world. Zebras can be found in the reserves, parks and bush of Botswana and due to their zany black and white coat, they're not hard to spot.
- Black Mamba Snake: While we hope there are no close encounters with this highly venomous snake, they're worth a mention as the black mamba is abundant in Botswana and known for being one of the most dangerous snakes in the world. Respect!
- Rhino: Botswana has many sanctuaries dedicated to the preservation of endangered animals, and the community-based Khama Rhino Sanctuary is an excellent example of how the decline of a species can be put into reverse. See rare black and white rhinos here and marvel at their strength and enormity.
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Botswana at a glance
- 28
- Gaborone (population 138,000)
- 2 million
- English, Setswana
- BWP
- (GMT+02:00) Windhoek
- Type D (Old British 3-pin), Type G (Irish/British 3-pin), Type M (see D)
- +267
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