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Botswana Safaris

The Ultimate Guide to Your Botswana Safaris

The low rumble of elephants in the Makgadikgadi Pans or the quiet splash of a hippo returning to the waters of the Okavango are as soft as a whisper, but on a safari in Botswana, these are your alarm clock.

You can carry on dozing in the soft dawn light, but the call of the wild is persistent. Soon, you’ll be up and out there, silently gliding up the delta in a mokoro, eye-level with the tiny, jewel-coloured reed frogs. Or looking for lions and cheetahs on the hunt across the huge plains during a morning game drive.

On a Botswana safari this is just everyday magic. It’s about abundant wildlife, awe-inspiring vistas, and a steadfast commitment to conservation.

There are more elephants in Botswana than in any other country on Earth, so it’s the best place for seeing these incredible creatures go about their ancient ways. It’s also arid, mostly desert or semi-desert, punctuated by lush green waterways, like Selinda Spillway and the Chobe River. This means the air is clear, the sunrises and sunsets are lurid, and at night the stars are brilliant.

A Botswana safari is a journey into the heart of Africa’s untamed beauty.

Why Visit Botswana?

  • Exclusivity: Botswana’s low-volume, high-value tourism model ensures uncrowded safari experiences.
  • Diverse Ecosystems: With wetlands and deserts, Botswana offers a wide variety of habitats, each supporting unique wildlife.
  • Exceptional Wildlife: Renowned for its Big Five sightings, Botswana is also home to rare species such as African wild dogs and sitatunga, whose spreading hooves are adapted to the boggy ground of the Okavango Delta.
  • Luxury Accommodations: Lodges and camps blend ultra-luxe with eco-conscious design and are often located in remote and breathtaking settings.
  • Water-Based Safaris: The Okavango Delta’s waterways give a unique perspective on the landscape, and mokoro rides and boat safaris set it apart from other destinations. Not to mention the thrill of sliding a game viewer through a channel, water reaching almost up to the seats.
  • Commitment to Conservation: Botswana is a global leader in sustainable tourism, with extensive efforts to protect its ecosystems and wildlife.

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Botswana Safari Reviews

Read what other travellers have to say about their unforgettable experiences in Botswana.

100% recommend Discover Africa!

4 Day Kapama Buffalo Camp Safari Review

Luke Stamatakis, United States
20 Jan 2026

Adelle will knock it out of the park!

6 Nights Big 5 Honeymoon Safari Review

John Stanton, United States
26 Nov 2025

Service was great everywhere. Definitely got your money’s worth.

Cape Town, Safari and Victoria Falls Review

Laura W, Canada
21 Aug 2025

Discover Africa organized a GREAT Botswana safari for us!

Botswana and Victoria Falls Safari Review

Joe, United States
10 Jul 2025

We will definitely plan with DA again some day!

Southern Africa Family Safari

Gayle, United States
05 Jul 2025

Very well organized

Authentic Namibia, Vic Falls and Botswana Safari

Terry, United States
16 May 2025