A Unique Experience
Fascinating landscapes unlike anywhere else on the continent and beautiful ecosystems support a myriad of wildlife in Botswana. This is truly a destination should you wish to experience a safari with a difference. Botswana is a place of contrast, where crystal clear water forms an oasis in a great desert and it is a place where rivers do not flow to the seas but rather spill out on the deep desert sands. The country’s topography is very unique and has a look and feel like nowhere else.
Botswana Encounters
You can expect to encounter the Big Five – lion, elephant, black rhino and buffalo – who live in Botswana, alongside a great array of other animals including giraffe, antelopes, zebras, hippos and more. Botswana is also home to the greatest numbers of Elephants in Africa with estimates from 60 000 to 120 000.
The Culture
Botswana has its own heritage of myths, legends, rituals, values and traditional artistic norms. Setswana is the official language of Botswana, with English the main business language. Traditions are still very evident in the rural communities through clothing, housing, dancing and music.
The Weather
Botswana’s climate is semi-arid. Though hot and dry for much of the year, there is a rainy season, which runs through the summer months. The best time to visit is from May to September albeit weather patterns across the country tend to vary.
- Area:
- 600 370 km²
- Elevation:
- 1300 - 2592 m
