Botswana only one of three African countries on National Geographic 2020 list of best travel destinations
Chad, Botswana and Egypt are the only African destinations on the list. National Geographic has unveiled its 2020 list of…
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Conde Nast Traveler’s top 10 best places to visit in 2020 – Botswana’s saltpans make the list!
It’s going to be a very adventurous year – and decade Paris. New York. Maui. Again? If this is the…
Luxury travel advisor outfit Virtuoso releases hottest hotel openings for 2020… among them Botswana’s Xigera
Xigera, Botswana – Opening June 2020:Xigera has 105 staff looking after just 24 guests. The solar-powered lodge has 12 suspended…
Botswana listed among 2020 low travel security risk countries in the world
Botswana has been listed amongst the low travel security risk countries in the world in 2020. According to the report,…
Botswana named Africa’s best safari country for 2019 for second year on the trot
For the second year in a row, Botswana has claimed the title of best country for safaris for the year…
Okavango River dreams three-part miniseries premieres
The Okavango in Southern Africa is a special river born in the highlands of Angola. Unlike most rivers that flow…
Okavango Delta: What to expect in 2020 high season
Safari Destinations, a local destination management company for Botswana and Zimbabwe, expects 2020 to deliver exceptional game viewing thanks to…
American investor acquires lucrative Okavango Concession
Jeffrey Lynn Rann, a US-based investor, has proposed to acquire hospitality outfit Afro Ventures Botswana (AVB) and its businesses mostly…
Garden of Eden in Africa: Humanity’s first home traced to Botswana
A study provides a window into the first 100,000 years of the history of modern humans. The real Garden Of…
Botswana – a Seasonal Guide
As is true for numerous destinations in Africa, planning a visit is largely dependent on a traveller’s set of preferences.…
How to survive the harsh Botswana heat and all it comes with
Botswana’s Meteorological Services Department on Friday issued a heatwave warning, as hot weather is expected across the country early this…
No rain, no gain: Why travel to Botswana in the green season
Botswana is generally a place of empty blue skies and boasts an enviable 300 days of dazzling sunshine a year.…
BIUST plans to turn Palapye into Botswana’s Astro Tourism scene
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) is in the process of building and developing the National Astronomical…
Glamping retreats – new way of promoting regional integration in SADC tourism
Travelling and tourism in the SADC region are on the increase. According to theTravel and Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017, the…
Botswana safari specials for residents with SADC rates
Botswana’s stellar reputation for wildlife has always been matched by its prices; it’s not the cheapest safari destination. There is,…
Botswana listed among 10 trips that will change your life
We all need a break from our routines and busy schedules once in awhile. Doing the same things day after…
Benefits of a Botswana self-drive getaway
While a self-drive trip through Botswana is a real adventure, it can be equally as daunting. Whether you want to…
“Into the Okavango” – behind the scenes
Synopsis Africa’s Okavango River Basin, which covers 125,000 square miles across Angola, Botswana and Namibia, is home to the largest…
25 Essential facts to know before going on a Botswana safari
1. Accommodations Botswana offers a wide range of accommodations; from traditional African Dome tents with bucket showers and long drop…
SA’s Oldest Travel Mag Names Okavango Delta Africa’s Best Safari
This month, South Africa’s oldest travel magazine, Getaway celebrated its 30th birthday and honoured the Okavango Delta by naming it Africa’s…
15 reasons to visit Botswana
Botswana is the ultimate safari destination. Dubbed the ultimate safari destination, Botswana is a paradise for travellers wanting to experience the…
A seasonal guide to planning your Botswana safari
Botswana is a year-round destination with an enviable 300 days of sunshine a year but anyone planning a safari should take…
Explore 4 African countries in one easy road trip
No signpost indicates the exact spot, but in northern Botswana near a place named Kazungula, four countries meet at the…
France’s richest man invests in Botswana
The spirited campaign by some conservationists against the Government of Botswana regarding the proposed lifting of the hunting ban seems…
Driving inside the Central Kalahari Game Reserve – CKGR
The Central Kalahari Game Reserve, or the CKGR as it is commonly known, is an immense 52.800sq km and we…
Botswana: The best kept African secret
The landlocked country is a mix of sweeping views and amazing wildlife. “Just remember, there are no fences” was the brief…