FAQ
We've put together a list of frequently asked questions to help you better understand what a safari to Botswana is all about and to help you better prepare for your vacation.
COVID-19 Travel Information
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a marked impact on how we travel. The international borders into Botswana are open and our safari camps & lodges are ready to welcome you on safari. To assist you with navigating the revised COVID-19 travel procedures, we have put several comprehensive documents together offering you important information on arrival and departure requirements, our in-lodge safety protocols as well as information on what to do should you test positive while in Botswana. All the links to the relevant documents can be found in the below summary.
LODGE HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLS
LODGE PROTOCOLS:
Our lodges are all in compliance with the Botswana Governments new operational protocols to ensure the health and safety of all guests and staff.
Desert & Delta Safaris are members of TOURSAFE Africa and compliant with internationally recognised hygiene practices.
TESTING OPTIONS & ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE INFORMATION
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE: In this document we will provide you up-to-date entry requirements into Botswana in terms negative PCR certificates and result time frames.
Departure requirements are usually determined by destination and/or transit country requirements and information is provided in our document.
TESTING OPTIONS: PCR testing can be done in Maun, Kasane, Gaborone or in lodge.
Testing options available:
Add an additional night in Maun and test the day before departure at a private clinic.
End at Chobe Game Lodge and test the day before departure at a private clinic in Kasane.
Book in-camp testing and test at your last lodge the day before departure. In-lodge testing pricing matrix available for various group sizes.
What to bring
With the long haul travel and luggage restrictions on the light aircrafts in Botswana, careful planning is essential. We have put together a list of what to bring on your safari to Botswana
Bird Enthusiasts
With its varied landscapes and expansive natural wildernesses, Botswana is a haven for the birding enthusiast. We've put together a few highlights on what to expect on your safari.
Landscape & Wildlife
Arguably one of Africa’s best safari and wildlife destinations, Botswana offers vast tracts of unspoilt wilderness’s covering a variety of unique ecosystems, coupled with prolific wildlife encounters throughout your safari.
“ As Botswana's top safari operator, Desert & Delta Safaris is proud to hold several Travel & Tourism Accolades and enjoy a variety of press features.”
See Our Accolades & Press Features