Top Things to Do in Botswana, Africa

Sophisticated wilderness and rustic civilization – the overall vibe of Botswana is power-packed. Here are some exciting things to do in this mighty African country!

Kalahari Game Reserve boasts many exotic wild animal species, but the real show stopper is the mighty Kalahari Lion. In fact, their roars can be heard way before they can even be sighted. You can also book horseback safaris here!

Mokoro is a traditional canoe used by the local tribes to navigate through the Okavango Delta. This experience is particularly satisfying as you get to traverse through maze of reed-fringed water channels while witnessing beautiful scenery around.

While in Kalahari, don’t miss having a tête-à-tête with the San Bushmen, the indigenous people of the region and the oldest inhabitants of Southern Africa. Guided tours with the bushmen are available wherein you can get insights into their culture and lifestyle.

One of the lesser-known wildlife sanctuaries in Botswana, the Chobe National Park is famous for its large elephant herds, apart from high concentration of other game, including zebras and wildebeest. Hippo and crocodile sightings are also rampant here.

Once a saltwater lake that covered about 3900 sq. miles area of north-eastern Botswana, the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans are one of the largest in the world. Drive a motorbike or an ATV on these flat, rustic, lunar-like terrains, and experience a great adventure!

Located near the Namibian border, these is yet another isolated, lesser-known gems of Botswana. The site holds a spiritual significance for San Bushmen. There are numerous San rock paintings on the hill surface too.

This game reserve has a very high density of wildlife. However, the stars of the show are over 500 species of birds, which you can spot through binoculars. Both guided and self-driving safaris are available here.

Plenty of guided safaris are available for tourists in all the wildlife sanctuaries across Botswana, but taking a self-driving safari is a unique experience in itself. The best way is to rent a 4x4 and take off for an off-road adventure like no other.

A protected national monument, the Kubu Island is an enormous expanse of salt bed devoid of any humanity. It gets its name from the huge population of hippos, which once lived here. Now, it is filled with plenty of Baobab trees.