THE COUNTRY

Botswana, a jewel in Africa's crown, invites luxury travelers to indulge in its unparalleled wilderness and bespoke experiences. Renowned for its exclusive safaris, Botswana offers intimate encounters with nature in the Okavango Delta, where private lodges and luxury camps provide front-row seats to the spectacle of wildlife.

The Chobe National Park is a haven for elephants, and a river cruise offers a unique perspective of these majestic creatures. For a truly exclusive experience, the Makgadikgadi Pans' vast salt flats promise solitude and stargazing like no other. Luxurious accommodations blend seamlessly with the environment, from opulent tented camps to lavish lodges, ensuring comfort amidst the wild. Botswana's commitment to sustainable tourism ensures that your journey contributes to preserving this pristine paradise. Embark on a tailor-made adventure where every detail is crafted to perfection, and discover the timeless beauty and sophisticated charm of Botswana.

Chobe National Park;
Okavango Delta;
Tsodilo Hills;
Nxai Pan National Park;
Tuli Block;
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park;
Mokolodi Nature Reserve

Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
Finest Onboard Catering
Ground Transport and Yachts
Luxury Villa & House Rentals
Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
Customized Global Services

TO BE KNOWN

The State's Capital

Gaborone
Time Zone

UTC +2
Telephone Code

267
Total Area

581 730 Km2
Population

2 384 246
Main Languages

Setswana, Sekalanga, Shekgalagadi, English, Zezuru/Shona, Sesarwa, Sembukushu, Ndebele
Currency

Botswana pulas (BWP)
GDP Per Capita

USD 14800
Airports

74

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Climate

Semiarid; warm winters and hot summers

Ethnic Groups

Tswana (or Setswana) 79%, Kalanga 11%, Basarwa 3%, other, including Kgalagadi and people of European ancestry 7%

Cultural Practices

Handshakes, in Botswana, are more intricate than in western countries and involve the left hand placed under the right elbow.

Traditional Cuisine

Seswaa (or loswao) — beef or goat meat boiled with salt until tender and sometimes pounded; often served with maize meal, ground corn, or sorghum

National Economy

Good economic governance and financial management; diamond-driven growth model declining; rapid poverty reductions; high unemployment, particularly among youth; COVID-19 sharply contracted the economy and recovery is slow; public sector wages have posed fiscal challenges