Do I need a visa to enter Botswana?

Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. Visitors from certain countries may be exempt from obtaining a visa for short stays. It is recommended to check with the nearest Botswana embassy or consulate in your home country to determine the specific visa requirements. Find out more here . Botswana offers visa-on-arrival facilities at major entry points for eligible nationalities. It's essential to ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure date. Have at least 1 blank page in your passport for endorsements and take 2 colour passport photographs.

Is Botswana safe for tourists?

Botswana is a safe country and a great place to visit. However, it is always a good idea to just be street-smart. Here are some tips to keep in mind when travelling: Keep an eye on your belongings, whether travelling alone or in a group. Carry some emergency cash as some areas lack ATMs. Avoid wandering alone at night and exercise caution in urban areas. Respect wildlife, maintain a safe distance, and never provoke or feed them. If self-driving, ensure readiness with spare tires and repair tools for remote distances, cautious fueling, planned routes, and daytime driving to evade animals and respect speed limits.

Can I self-drive in Botswana?

It’s only advisable to self-drive in Botswana if you have the appropriate level of experience. Remote regions like Central Kalahari and Makgadikgadi Salt Pans necessitate a 4x4 vehicle. Proficiency in water, sand, and mud crossings is crucial, along with high and low range transmission expertise. You’ll need to maintain fuel awareness, meaning refilling regularly and carrying extra fuel. For more convenience, lodges and camps will often offer transfers and there are also plenty of internal flights to many of Botswana’s top attractions.

What currency is used in Botswana?

In Botswana, the currency used is the Botswana Pula (BWP), which is divided into 100 Thebe. Money can be exchanged at airports, urban Bureaux de Changes, and accredited hotels. Check with your bank beforehand to ensure your card will work in Botswana. Most ATMs in Botswana dispense local currency and accept international credit and debit cards, including Visa and Mastercard. However, many bespoke and luxury hotels charge in USD and accept tips in USD.

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DumaTau

4.8 Sustainability Rating

Experience the wildlife-rich Linyanti Reserve at this exclusive Delta safari camp

Perched in the heart of the Linyanti Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta is DumaTau, a unique and luxurious safari escape that stretches across woodland, floodplains and waterways. DumaTau is close to the source of the Savuti Channel, boasting plenty of hippos and crocodiles, and in the Linyanti Swamps, a location that is rich in wildlife activity and has Africa’s highest density of elephants. The lodge overlooks a lagoon frequented by all kinds of game and offers exquisite, seasonal dining experiences. Guests can expect to see leopards, wild dogs, cheetahs and much more. DumaTau is dedicated to sustainability and runs entirely on solar power, while the lodge also participates in the conservation initiative Citizen Science.

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The spacious Family Accommodation offers unforgettable views of the river and a large deck with a private plunge pool and outdoor sala. The unit can accommodate up to 4 guests, with each of the 2 rooms featuring its own en-suite facilities, along with a shared indoor lounge and bespoke decorations that pay tribute to this wild area.

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The exclusive river-front Suites' open-plan designs flow out onto a large deck with exquisite views, a private plunge pool and shaded awnings. The suites feature either a fitted double or 2 twin beds, an en-suite bathroom and a sitting area, all decorated with bespoke items that pay homage to this beautiful location.

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Because of the easy way we communicated with our Viatu expert, it felt like planning our holidays with a friend. It made it really flexible and perfectly suitable for our needs. The accommodations that he suggested were just wonderful and a perfect mix of everything we needed.

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