Stories about Botswana

Tales from our travels

Read stories that inform and inspire, shaped by travel notes our team collected on the road.

Guests glide by mokoro through a lily-covered Okavango Delta channel, poled by a local guide.
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Experience the magic of mokoro safaris

A quiet, close-up journey through Africa's most pristine wetland.

5 minutes

A mokoro glides across shallow water below Abu Camp, where tented suites line the wooded edge of the Okavango.
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The best luxury safari lodges in Botswana

Our top Botswana safari lodges have been carefully considered, not just for their luxurious offerings, warm hospitality, and exceptional game viewing and guiding, but for their commitment to protecting wildlife and the land they roam.

12 minutes

Two mokoro canoes glide over blue water dotted with lily pads, leaving soft ripples across the calm delta.
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The best time to visit Botswana

Wondering when to go on safari in Botswana? Check out our month-by-month climate and wildlife viewing guide so you can decide when to visit Botswana.

6 minutes

A safari vehicle parked beside flooded grasslands at sunset at Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp in Botswana's Okavango Delta.
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13 must-visit African safari destinations

Dive into the best of African safaris, from the iconic Maasai Mara to the remote wilderness of Katavi, and beyond.

10 minutes

Aerial view of Okavango Spirit surrounded by winding channels, trees, and vivid green wetlands in Botswana.
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What is a secret season safari in Africa?

Discover why our safari specialists consider Africa’s “green season” one of its best-kept secrets—offering unrivaled wildlife moments, fewer crowds, and exceptional value for those who know when to go.

8 minutes

A guide laughs, as he poses for a portrait as warm sunrise light fills the scene
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Travel for good: Inspiring stories from our partners

From helping safari guides buy their own vehicles in Tanzania to hospitality training in Argentina, here’s how our partners give back to their communities.

6 minutes

Two lions and a cub walk through dusty woodland in Zimbabwe's Mana Pools, with dry brush and open ground around them.
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What to know before your first African safari: Planning, packing, and pro tips

Discover the best places to go, what to expect, how to prepare, and essential tips for a smooth and unforgettable trip.

12 minutes

A pangolin walking across red earth at Tswalu in South Africa's Southern Kalahari, under expansive skies.
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Ask the experts: What you need to know about photography on safari

Want to make the most of photography on your African safari? Our photo-expert clients weigh in on where to go, what to pack, and how to improve your photography experience on safari.

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Elephants wading through shallow water on open floodplains against the backdrop of Botswana's Okavango Delta.
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How much does a Botswana safari cost?

Planning a safari trip to Botswana? Check out these average cost estimates based on trip length, activities, accommodation, and travel.

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Safari guests watching elephant and calf at waterhole, Hwange Zimbabwe
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East Africa vs. Southern Africa: which safari is right for you?

Our safari specialists compare wildlife, timing, cost, culture, and travel style across Africa's two classic safari regions.

10 minutes

Five riders on horseback cross open salt flats toward a broad spread of zebras beneath a pale sky in Botswana.
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Botswana family safaris: The best lodges and camps

Seeking a family-friendly safari in the awe-inspiring wilderness of Botswana? These are the best family safari lodges in Botswana.

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