Botswana
Botswana is a destination where the road is sometimes nothing more than two tracks through the sand. You drive through national parks at your own pace and spend the night surrounded by nature.
Southern Africa
Best time to travel
Driving skills
A country where nature sets the pace.
In Botswana, you rarely take the fastest route. You follow sandy tracks through national parks and travel at the rhythm of nature. Wildlife always has priority.
Botswana
is the right choice if.
- Want to drive independently through national parks.
- Dream of wildlife in its natural environment.
- Enjoy camping in remote locations.
- Believe the journey is as important as the destination.
- Have around 20 days or more.
Please take into account:
- Many routes follow sandy tracks where a 4x4 is essential.
- Distances between facilities can be considerable.
- Wildlife always has the right of way.
You don't want to miss this.
There are places that simply cannot be missing from any itinerary. Below are the absolute highlights—the images you already have in your mind before you even set off, which turn out to be even more breathtaking in reality.
A destination made for 4x4 travel.
A 4x4 opens the way to remote campsites and national parks that cannot be reached otherwise.
Everything you need to know before you go.
No surprises along the way—that’s our motto. That’s why we’ve outlined the most important practical information about Namibia below. You will receive more details in your personal travel documents and via the app.
Driver's license
You need a valid driving licence and an International Driving Permit.
Traffic
Traffic drives on the left. Outside towns, traffic is generally light.
Roads
Botswana has paved roads, gravel roads and deep sandy tracks. In national parks, a 4x4 is essential.
Currency
The official currency is the Botswana Pula (BWP). Carry cash in remote areas.
Best time to visit by region
From May to October. This is the dry winter season when you’re most likely to spot wildlife.
Vaccinations
Consult a travel health clinic or healthcare provider before departure.
Which
Botswana
trip is right for you?
From changing landscapes to routes with a pace of their own. Explore our self-drive trips and find a starting point that suits the way you want to experience the country.
Namibia, Botswana and Victoria Falls self-drive
South Africa & Botswana self-drive
