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Botswana Travel

The Ultimate Travel Guide To Safaris In Botswana's Okavango Delta And Kalahari Desert

Botswana is the perfect destination for those looking for a unique and unforgettable experience. The country is home to some of the most iconic destinations in Africa, including the Kalahari Desert, Okavango Delta, Chobe River, and Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. The variety of attractions and destinations is matched by its diverse wildlife; Botswana is truly a haven for explorers, photographers, nature lovers and especially those who want and need to escape the modern world, even if it is just a few days!

The Okavango Delta, the Moremi Game Reserve and surrounding private concessions are the most popular destinations, and for a good reason; the wildlife and birdlife, the waterways and islands, the lodges and safari camps are simply phenomenal. The Okavango Delta is truly a magical destination that should be on everyone's travel bucket list.

Other safari destinations that are a must-visit include; the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, the Chobe National Park, the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Savute, Linyanti, Khwai, Tsodilo Hills, and the Tuli Block, to mention a few of the countries highlights.

Botswana offers some of the best safari activities in the world. Visitors can enjoy game drives (morning, afternoon, full-day and night), walking safaris, canoeing and mokoro expeditions, fishing, sundowners cruises, hot air balloon safaris and helicopter trips.

When planning a safari in Botswana, there are many lodges and camps from which to choose. Whether you are looking for the utmost in luxury, a wild and remote tented camp or a more budget-friendly experience, we have something for everyone.

If you want a more authentic safari experience, we also offer a range of shared and private camping experiences throughout the whole country. Regardless of where you stay, Botswana is sure to give you an African safari experience that you'll never forget.

Our African safari consultants will help you book your safari based on your requirements, budgets, and expectations. We offer scheduled and bespoke safari packages that can be tailor-made to fit any budget or schedule.

At Uyaphi.com, we have over 23 years of experience in helping people plan their dream safaris and holidays in and around Botswana. Our consultants are passionate about travel and will work with you to ensure your experience in Botswana is perfect from start to finish.

So what are you waiting for? Let us help plan your next trip today!

Our Guide For Travel In Botswana For The Best In Safaris And Lodges

  • Botswana Lodges

    Our portfolio of hand-picked lodges in Botswana covers just about every destination the country offers. Destinations that we offer are as follows; Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe National Park, Central Kalahari Game Reserve, and lodges in the Linyanti and Savute regions. A selection of safari lodges and tented camps suitable for single travellers, couples, honeymooners, romantics, and families.

  • Botswana Safaris

    We offer various styles of safaris in Botswana, from budget to camping to mobile to luxury tented and fly-in safaris. Each type of safari has its advantages, designed to suit your needs, requirements, and budget.

    Allow us at Uyaphi.com to guide you through the fantastic land that is Botswana. Scheduled and tailor-made safari packages to all of the country's famous wildlife national parks and game reserves.

    Whether you are looking for a thrilling adventure, or a relaxing and rejuvenating getaway, Botswana is the perfect destination.

  • Botswana Showcase

    Showcasing the very best that Botswana as a safari destination has to offer, from options suited for either families or honeymooners, those on a budget and those looking for the utmost in luxury all the way through to the most remote, the best baths and establishments that offer spa and wellness. The showcase selection will make it easier to tailor-make a safari based on one's interests or desires.

  • Best Botswana Attractions

    Information and attractions on the Okavango Delta, the Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe National Park (including Savuti, Linyanti and the Chobe River), the Central Kalahari Game Reserve and the Mashatu / Tuli block region. For those of us out there interested in photography, wildlife, birdlife, scenery, culture, or simply just escaping the modern world, Botswana has to be at the top of the list, no matter one's budget or expectations.

  • Botswana Photo Gallery

    Botswana photo gallery, just a few of the photographs that we as a team have taken within Botswana on our numerous safaris over the years. Images of scenery, wildlife, birdlife, as well as landscapes from Botswana's famed safari destinations including, Okavango, Chobe and Central Kalahari.

  • Botswana Mammal List

    The list of mammals found in Botswana is simply quite amazing considering that up to 70% of the country is covered by the Kalahari desert. With 164 mammal species having been recorded ranging from the huge African elephant all the way down to the small elephant shrew.

  • Botswana Bird List

    Botswana offers visitors with an interest in birding a total of 593 species of feathered delights. Obviously, depending on the season of travel this number with differ with summer being the best season for bird watchers.

  • Botswana Safari Planner

    Our Botswana travel planner page is an extensive and detailed form that allows you to describe precisely what you are looking to get out of your stay in Botswana.

    Areas and regions you would like to visit, your budget restraints or lack thereof, activities you would like to participate in, the style of safari you would prefer, and the type of accommodation that suits you best.

    Here on this page, your tailor-made (or scheduled) Botswana safari starts to take shape, and together we will create that safari itinerary of your dreams.

  • Getting To Botswana

    Quite simply put the easiest and fastest way to get into Botswana is a connecting flight from Johannesburg International Airport (O.R Tambo), although there are also connecting flights from Cape Town and Windhoek (Namibia) available.

  • When To Visit Botswana

    When is the best time to visit Botswana, a question that is easy and difficult to answer all in the same breathe. Basically, it all depends on you and your expectations, your interests, your budget and what you want to experience.

  • Botswana Visa Requirements

    All visitors entering Botswana must hold a passport that is valid for at least six months, except those with United Nations Convention travel documents. Visitors must also have outgoing travel documents and sufficient funds to finance their stay.

  • Botswana Distance Table

    Mainly for those interested in self-drive safari options in Botswana, but also for those who are just interested in the distances between destinations in and around Botswana. an ideal point of reference for those participating in a self-drive safari.

  • Botswana Map

    A map of Botswana featuring all the safari lodges and camps that we offer on Uyaphi.com. The map is created with the help of Google Maps. As we add and rename accommodation establishments to our website, we always add new properties to this map for your reference.

  • Malaria In Botswana

    Malaria In Botswana is only found in the northern half of the country with the disease peaking over the summer months (November through to June). As always we advise one visits a doctor or travel clinic for anti-malaria medication, no matter the time of year.
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Botswana Travel Topics

  • Day Tours In Botswana

    The top 10 day tours in Botswana. Experience flights, mokoro and boating excursions over and on the Okavango, game drive safaris in the Moremi Game Reserve and Chobe National Park, boat cruises on the Chobe River and even trips to Victoria Falls and to watch the Kalahari Meerkats.

    The perfect day tour options for anyone with a few hours or a day free when in Botswana.

  • 10 Places To Visit In Botswana

    10 Places To Visit In Botswana, our safari experts have shared their favourite destinations and places to visit in Botswana.

    Explore the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, and Chobe National Park, to mention a few. Add Botswana to your bucket safari list for a unique African safari experience!

  • Best Okavango Delta Safari Holidays

    Okavango safaris are suitable for all budgets and interests, and we can tailor-make a trip to suit your needs.

    So whether you're looking for an action-packed adventure or a relaxing and romantic safari getaway, a safari in the Okavango is the perfect choice for those interested in Botswana as the ultimate travel experience.

  • The Best Exclusive Use Villas In Botswana

    If you're looking for the most exclusive, luxurious safari experience in Botswana, look no further than these top-of-the-line safari villas.

    World-class cuisine, unparalleled views and locations, and unmatched guiding and service will make your stay unforgettable.

    Plus, you'll have some of the best wildlife experiences on your doorstep!

  • Botswana Travel Bucket List

    Our Botswana Travel Bucket List of destinations and activities that are a little off the cuff when it comes to this amazing country of Botswana. Not just your stock standard safari destinations but something a little different that will keep one interested not matter the time of year.

  • Light Aircraft Flights in Botswana

    The world below from above… It's like a woven tapestry of colours, shapes and tones. For me flying over Botswana and the Okavango Delta in a light aircraft was nothing short of captivating - my head firmly placed against the little windows to try and take it all in.

  • Mokoro The Okavango Delta

    Mokoro Okavango Delta safaris are a popular way to explore the wetlands of Botswana's Okavango Delta.

    A mokoro is a traditional dugout canoe, and passengers can enjoy a peaceful ride through the waterways while taking in the sights and sounds of this beautiful area.

    If you are looking for a unique way to experience the Okavango Delta, a mokoro safari is worth considering. This traditional form of transport is both eco-friendly and tranquil.

  • Uyaphi.Com Leads In Botswana

    The award was presented by Karibu Safari Botswana in their international sales incentive competition for the year's best individual sales person based on the number of confirmed bookings, pax traveling and the total value of sales.