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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Seba Camp

From €0 /person

4.8 Sustainability Rating

An inspiring family-friendly camp set in the wild Okavango Delta

Escape to Seba Camp, a private wilderness area in the western reaches of Botswana's Okavango Delta. Bring the family along on a land and water safari experience, staying in one of just 8 thatch and canvas tents that are well-equipped and hidden. Enjoy African-inspired tapas in the boma area, make pizzas in a termite mound, and have brunch on Seba’s private beach. On top of that, take guided walks, day and night game drives, boat safaris and mokoro rides to spot diverse wildlife and remarkable bird species. Wilderness Seba boasts various green operating systems and family-friendly guides, making it the perfect mindful safari for all ages.

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Family Suite Tent#08

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Family Suite Tent #08 features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with an indoor bath, and accommodates a maximum of 6 guests. Guests have their own plunge pool plus a collection of toys and board games. The family tent is styled similar to the standard tents but is about double the size.

Family Suite Tent#04

Family Suite Tent #04 features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a lounge area on the upper outdoor deck, and accommodates a maximum of 4 guests. Guests have their own plunge pool and children have a collection of toys and board games to keep them entertained.

Standard Twin/Double Tent

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The Standard Twin/Double Tents are nestled in the bush and boast beautiful views over the lagoon. These raised, canvas-tented rooms are adorned with traditional basketwork and wooden floors. Accommodating 2 guests, each room features double or twin beds and an en-suite bathroom with a shower.

Family Suite Tent#08

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Standard Twin/Double Tent

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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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