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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Vumbura Plains

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Experience the Okavango Delta and all its wonder at this luxurious safari camp

Discover the best of both worlds — with both land and water safari experiences — at Vumbura Plains, a year-round, luxury camp in the Okavango Delta. Explore the area and spot a range of exciting wildlife, such as leopards, wild dogs, sables and even the rare sitatunga. Expect a one-of-a-kind dining experience at Vumbura, where seasonal and unique ingredients, including the root of the iconic Delta water lily, are used. Vumbura also partners with local farmers to bring the freshest and most sustainably sourced ingredients to your table. As a part of the Okavango Community Trust, Vumbura champions local communities and partners with 5 local villages.

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The spacious 2 bedroom Family Accommodation can accommodate up to 4 guests and feature separate en-suite bathrooms. The master suite includes a sunken lounge that can be opened up to the spectacular Delta views. The unit shares a spacious deck with a private pool and outdoor seating area.

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Each Suite is designed to mirror the shapes and shades of the pristine Delta surroundings that it overlooks. The suites are elevated on wooden decks above the ground and feature a large viewing deck, plunge pool, sala and sun loungers. The suites can accommodate 2 people and include a luxurious en-suite bathroom.

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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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