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Botswana safari holidays

The Republic of Botswana is a landlocked nation in southern Africa. Formerly known as the British protectorate of Bechuanaland, it is bordered by South Africa, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The economy is closely tied to South Africa. The capital city is Gaborone.

The country is dominated by the Kalahari Desert, which covers up to 70% of the land surface of the country.

The Okavango Delta is the largest inland delta in the world. It offers great scenic beauty and sustains phenomenal numbers of wildlife,both water based such as crocodile, hippo and various fish species to plains game; all of which can be viewed from game vehicles and various types of waterborne craft.

The summer season begins in November and ends in March. It usually brings very high temperatures. However, summer is also the rainy season, and cloud coverage and rain can cool things down considerably, although only usually for a short period of time. The prime winter safari season begins in May and ends in August. This is also the dry season when virtually no rainfall occurs. Winter days are invariably sunny and warm; however, evening and night temperatures can drop below freezing point in some areas, especially in the southwest.

Safaris in Botswana

Safaris in Botswana

We offer various styles of safaris from walking and overlanding to luxury camping and fly in safaris. Each type of travel has its own advantages, designed to suit your needs, requirements and budget.

The best time to travel is May to October, when the Okavango Delta is in flood and the temperatures are cooler.

The Uyaphi team is at your service to design your bespoke safari for Botswana.

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Lodges in Botswana

Lodges in Botswana

Botswana, known as the jewel of Africa; untouched and unspoilt and home to some of Africa's most diverse wildlife and scenery.

Home of such iconic destinations as the Kalahari Desert, the Okavango Delta and the shimmering salt pans of Makgadikgadi. The variety of habitats is matched by its diverse wildlife, a true haven for explorers.

The Uyaphi team offers you a complete selection of camps and lodges to suit your personal requirements.

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Botswana Malaria

Malaria is found in all areas of Botswana except for the Southern Kalahari Desert. Visit your health care provider 4-6 weeks before foreign travel for any necessary vaccinations and a prescription for an antimalarial drug.

Botswana Malaria

Botswana weather

Botswana's climate is that of a semi-arid desert (hot during the day and cool at night), the rainy season is in the summer months (November to April) but rainfall is often erratic and unpredictable. Peak safari season is in the winter months where daytime temperature are often in the mid to low 20's.

Botswana weather

botswana visa

On entering Botswana either for business or travel your passport should be valid for at least 6 months. All visitors MUST also have in possession all outgoing travel documentation, current safari itinerary as well as sufficient funds to finance stay whilst in the country.

Botswana visa

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  • Attractions in Botswana;

  • Over 17% of the land area has been set-aside as national parks and game reserves. Access to the parks and reserves has been limited in order to ensure that visitors have an enjoyable experience and can feel the wilderness atmosphere. A truly unique African Safari experience await and is not to be missed.
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  • - Okavango Delta
  • - Moremi Game Reserve
  • - Mashatu Game Reserve
  • - Makgadikgadi Pans
  • - Chobe National Park
  • - Central Kalahari National Park
  • - Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
  • - Chobe River
  • - Linyanti Swamps
  • - Selinda Reserve
  • - Savuti Channel
  • - Savute Marsh
  • - Kalahari Desert
  • - Bird Life
  • - Wildlife
  • - Maun