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Botswana

"If I have ever seen magic, it has been in Africa."

- John Hemingway

Best time to visit Botswana

Visit in the dry season (May-Sep) for prime game-viewing in the Okavango Delta and the Moremi and Chobe National Parks.

Botswana highlights

Head to the Chobe where large numbers of African elephants gather along the riverbanks each winter.

Flight time

23+ hours to the capital, Gaborone, departing Auckland.

Visa required?

New Zealand passport holders can visit Botswana visa-free for up to 90 days.

Currency

Botswana’s official currency is the Botswana pula, however, US dollars are widely accepted.

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From the moment your light aircraft touches down on a dusty airstrip in the heart of the Okavango Delta, Botswana weaves its magic. This landlocked nation, a sun-bleached canvas of southern Africa, holds within it a secret: a sprawling, vibrant wetland that dares to flow inland, bringing life to a parched kingdom.

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Our expert advisors uncover the magic of this emerald oasis. Embark on thrilling game drives with private guides in an open-sided Land Cruiser as you jolt through the savannah. Then, as the sun sinks into the horizon, sip sundowners at intimate camps above Chobe’s elephant-dotted floodplains.

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Botswana offers safaris like no other, with nearly 40% of the country existing as protected wilderness. Glide silently through Delta waters in a traditional mokoro (canoe) as fish eagles soar overhead, or witness a heart-stopping wild dog hunt in Savuti. Every day offers a front-row seat to nature’s raw, breathtaking drama.

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Travelling through the Okavango Delta in a traditional Mokoro on a luxury travel holiday to Botswana.
  • “To enhance the African bush experience for my clients, I seek out exceptional luxury stays in Botswana's most coveted game reserves. From ultra-luxe lodges overlooking the Chobe River to the exclusive viewing decks of tented camps in the heart of Moremi, where big cats reign supreme, these locations tick all the boxes for indulgence paired with incredible wildlife encounters.”

    Craig Martin
    Streeter & Turner Travel Associates, Christchurch
  • "Botswana is a Southern African gem, known for its peaceful history, rich culture, and extraordinary wildlife. Since gaining independence in 1966, it has remained one of Africa’s most stable democracies. The country’s crown jewel is the Okavango Delta, a lush, wildlife-rich oasis where you can glide silently through winding waterways in a mokoro—a traditional dugout canoe—surrounded by birdsong and the distant calls of elephants. Beyond the delta, the Kalahari Desert offers encounters with the San people, whose ancient traditions and storytelling reflect a deep bond with the land. With its untouched landscapes and soulful experiences, Botswana is a sanctuary for those seeking both adventure and serenity."

    Tanya Chaffey
    Chaffey & Turner Travel Associates, Bay of Plenty
  • “The Okavango Delta is easily one of the world’s most sought-after safari destinations. You’ll be accompanied by a private guide – an expert in both the region and wildlife tracking – who will arrange in-depth game drives, walking safaris, and even mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) excursions that take you deep into the heart of the Delta’s waterways. This is safari at its best!”

    Kylie Wright
    Wright & Turner Travel Associates, Petone

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