Wildlife and Safari

Botswana borders South Africa to the south and east, Zimbabwe to the northeast and Namibia to the north.

The best time of year to visit the parks is between April and October: the game is more difficult to see in the rainy months when the grass is high and there is plenty of water around, so the game does not have to rely on the waterholes and moves off into remote areas. In the dry winter season however, the animals congregate around water sources.

For further details contact the Department of Tourism:
Telephone: +267 395 3024
Facsimile: +267 390 8675

Afro Tours

Located in the Gaborone Sun, this tour company arranges tours in and around Gaborone (full and half day tours) and overland tours and safaris to the Delta, Sun City and other parts of Botswana.

Botswana's National Parks and Game Reserves

The real attraction - The Okavango Delta area, northwards in the Kalahari Desert, is home to more than 300 exotic species and a variety of fauna. It is extremely beautiful, composed of vast grass flats, low tree-covered ridges and lagoons. The Moremi Wildlife Reserve in southern Africa, covering 1812 sq km in the northeast corner of the Okavango Delta, is spectacular. Small boats travel the delta through lagoons abundant with birdlife. Most lodges and safari camps have restaurants and licensed bars.

Botswana's magnificent wildlife

Wildlife can be observed in the national parks. Visits can be arranged independently or with tour operators. Botswana is particularly good for horseback safaris and it is also possible to go on elephant-back safaris. Entry permits are required for all reserves. Visits can be booked up to 12 months in advance through Embassies and High Commissions or through the Parks and National Reserves Office in Gaborone.
Telephone: +267 696 1265
Facsimile: +267 696 1264

Mokolodi Nature Reserve

10km Southwest of the hotel is the privately operated, 3000 ha Mokolodi Nature Reserve, where visitors can go on guided game walks amongst the elephant, cheetah and antelope.

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