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Botswana

The Okavango's waterways are often crystal clear; great for a tranquil mokoro trip.

The Makgadikgadi Salt Pans are the bed of an ancient lake

All of our fishing in the Okavango is done catch-and-release

Floating papyrus reed beds create a new experience for every boat trip

A leopard will exploit every possible advantage when hunting

Animals in Botswana's protected areas are generally relaxed around safari vehicles

The Gomoti River forms part of Moremi Game Reserve's southern boundary.

Botswana

Botswana: reviews from our travellers

Original reviews written by our most recent Botswana travellers.

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Mr & Mrs M
Hobart

"My Jul 2023 trip"

I visited Botswana between 10 Jul 2023 and 20 Jul 2023
"Overall we had a terrific trip, with only a couple of misses as you will see from the feedback. Lagoon and Splash were absolute standouts and excellent recommendations - thank you!" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Tom E
Bucks

"Botswana, Zimbabwe and Joburg"

I visited Botswana and 2 other countries between 5 Jul 2023 and 14 Jul 2023
"Our trip was fantastic. We all had a fabulous time.

It was well planned by Maruska.

We enjoyed staying in two different safari camps in two different countries as well as having 24 hours in Johannesburg." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 3 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms J.
Northallerton

"My Jun 2023 trip"

I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 23 Jun 2023 and 8 Jul 2023
"Thank you for putting this holiday together for us. You did a brilliant job and when things went a little wrong at the beginning with our missed flight connection you helped sort it out for us even on a Saturday.

I will and have already recommended you." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 7 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
D&K
New York City

"Our Jun 2023 trip"

I visited Botswana and 2 other countries between 22 Jun 2023 and 4 Jul 2023
"What a wonderful trip! Claire was a pleasure to work with, especially since we planned everything so close to our departure. We only had 12 nights but once we agreed on where we going to spend the time, Claire was able to suggest 3 wonderful lodges to stay out and to arrange all the ground transport which all worked flawlessly. Everyone was careful to make sure that we were safely passed to the next transport van/driver and to assist us going through the many immigration offices that we went through.

Claire made all of this seem effortless and she was very responsive to the questions that I posed to her before we left.

This was our 5th sub-saharan trip and it was so full of great experiences, people, animals and culture! We really felt like we were gone much longer than the short time that we had available. We felt that we made the most of our time and got a good sense of the different places we were able to visit.

Bravo Expert Africa. We will recommend you to our family and friends!" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 3 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs J
Kent

"June 2023 50th birthday trip"

I visited Botswana between 16 Jun 2023 and 23 Jun 2023
"Fantastic experience, with sumptuous accommodation and quality sightings of niche animals as requested!" Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
RHKB
Truckee, CA

"My Jun 2023 trip"

I visited Botswana between 12 Jun 2023 and 19 Jun 2023
"Expert Africa provides an excellent service with all the information you need to travel safely while enjoying the adventure of a lifetime.

Maruska Adye Rowe put together an excellent itinerary for us that prioritized the remote wildlife viewing we were hoping for. She was detail oriented and thorough, but also flexible in meeting our requests.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

The guidebook and travel case crafted in South Africa were useful and made us feel appreciated as clients.

Thank you." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Never too old
London

"My Jun 2023 trip"

I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 6 Jun 2023 and 17 Jun 2023
"The clue's in the title. The expertise of Expert Africa shone through, from the advice of Megan Green, to the knowledge of guides Andrew Harkness, Josiah of Splash and Lagoon's Spenser to the training and commitment of camp staff to the cheerful professionalism of the Mack Air pilots.

Everyone went the extra mile to ensure this was a uniquely memorable experience for a seventy year old who's had his fair share of those in the past.

If you want to feel it's good to be alive give it a go under those enthralling Botswana skies.

One small piece of advice - when the sun's not around it gets very cold. Thermals, hat and gloves are useful supplements to the ubiquitous bush baby hot water bottles and ponchos." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Family P
Cirencester

"My Jun 2023 trip"

I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 4 Jun 2023 and 21 Jun 2023
"Our second holiday with Expert Africa. Our trip to Botswana was expensive but it was just magic, arranged with great attention to detail.

Botswana is an incredible country to visit. I have never felt so welcome and well cared for anywhere else. All the staff and guides were friendly and wanted guests to feel at home. Game viewing is in small groups with a high level of personal service you just don't get elsewhere, and there is plenty of wildlife to see. Our guides were well trained, provided a lot of information and were always happy to answer questions. Most importantly, we always felt safe, despite getting very close to many animals. The guides even know the best way to manoeuvre and position vehicles, so photographers get the best view possible.

This was our third safari holiday and the best. Botswana definitely deserves it reputation as the best safari location.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

Just keep up the high standard you have set!" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 13 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr D.
Stillwater

"My June 2023 trip"

I visited Namibia and 3 other countries between 31 May 2023 and 19 Jun 2023
"Start to finish, this was an amazing trip. The guidance, planning and details worked into the trip by Maruska helped to make it so.

I am an independent traveler with considerable experience in Africa (45 countries on the continent) and usually make my own arrangements--or make things up as I go--but on the recommendation of a friend--and on a short fuse for putting it all together--I reached out to Maruska for help and am glad that I did.

Lodging, safaris, meals, and movements along the way were all excellent because of her expert guidance. This is one of the best experiences I have had on the continent.

This was the first experience for my wife in southern Africa and her first safari trips. It was a perfect introduction for her and memorable for both of us.

No problems. No worries. No issues or complaints." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 9 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Miss J
London

"My May 2023 trip"

I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 30 May 2023 and 6 Jun 2023
"Maruska was a pleasure to work with and created the most amazing trip for us" Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 4 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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