BOTSWANA SAFARI (2026) | Things To Know Before You Go To Botswana (Travel Tips)

Botswana is one of the premier safari destinations in the world for good reason. It’s home to wildlife-rich savannas, has the largest elephant population on earth, and animals roam freely across massive unfenced landscapes. The country also has a very sparse number of people compared to its size, which means there’s a true feeling of serenity in nature here. While we already shared a video showcasing the incredible places to visit on a road trip across the country, we quickly realized that experiencing this wild landscape takes serious preparation. In this video, we’re breaking down 10 essential things you need to know before you go. 🔗 BOTSWANA LINKS, TOURS & MORE INFO ☑️ Puku Safari (the mobile tented camp company - private but fairly basic): https://pukusafarisbotswana.com/ ☑️ Cuckoo Safaris (tour operator that organized the other part of our Botswana trip): https://www.cuckoosafaris.com/ ☑️ flight over Okavango Delta from Maun: https://www.getyourguide.com/maun-l11... ☑️ Self-driving trip-planning & mapping tools: https://map.tracks4africa.co.za/map ☑️ National Parks & Public Campsites (DWNP) are handled by the Botswana Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP): Bookings are primarily done via email at dwnp@gov.bw ☑️ Savuti & Chobe Public Sites by SKL Safaris: https://sklcamps.com/campsites/ ☑️ Moremi Game Reserve Concessions Third Bridge: https://www.xomaesites.com/ ☑️ Moremi Game Reserve Concessions Xakanaxa: https://www.kwalatesafaris.com/ 😴 WHERE TO STAY IN BOTSWANA: Kasane: Chobe River Lodge ($$$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/bw/chob... Maun: Sedia Hotel ($$): https://www.sediahotel.com/ Planet Baobab: https://planetbaobab.travel/ Elephant Sands: https://www.elephantsandslodge.com/ Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe): - Insika Lodge ($$$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/zw/insi... 🎥 MORE BOTSWANA & AFRICA VIDEOS: Botswana Top Places To Visit on Road Trip:    • BOTSWANA TRAVEL (2026) | Top Places To Vis...   Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe:    • VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE (2026) | Best Thi...   Namibia Road Trip Highlights:    • NAMIBIA TRAVEL | Highlights on a 4x4 Namib...   Cape Town:    • CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA (2026) | 20 Best T...   Johannesburg:    • JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA (2026) | Top Th...   South Africa Top 10 Places To Visit:    • SOUTH AFRICA TRAVEL (2026) | The 10 BEST P...   Madagascar Road Trip Itinerary:    • MADAGASCAR TRAVEL (2026) | The Perfect 2-3...   Mauritius Top Places & Things To Do:    • MAURITIUS TRAVEL (2026) | Top Places & Bes...   🗺️ OUR FREE GOOGLE MAP: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7muA3AvcWDtSW... ✍️ GET TRAVEL PLANNER AT 50% OFF: https://www.worldwildhearts.com/produ... 💰 SAVE MONEY ON YOUR TRIP & PLATFORMS WE USE: Book cheap flights: https://skyscanner.pxf.io/c/3559813/1... Book accommodation: https://www.booking.com/index.html?ai... Book rental car: https://www.discovercars.com/?a_aid=W... Get ESIM at 15% discount with code WWH15: https://saily.com/worldwildhearts Book ferry tickets: https://www.ferryhopper.com/?aff_uid=... Find the best hiking trails: https://alltrails.pxf.io/c/3559813/18... ✅ SUBSCRIBE:    / worldwildhearts   😊 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:   / worldwildhearts     / worldwildhearts   ‼️ Note: some (drone) shots are stock footage from Canva 🎵 MUSIC CREDITS: Bittersweet by Livingrooms Rejoice In The Morning by The David Roy Collective Dancing Tree Instrumental Version by Curtis Cole True North by SLPSTRM Sometimes Instrumental Version by NAMBIH 🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:14 Geography 2:29 Dry vs. wet season 3:32 Temperature swings 4:25 Road conditions and connectivity 6:15 Self-driving vs guided mobile tented camp 9:08 Flying to lodges 10:12 Health and hygiene 11:24 Wildlife and fences 12:55 Budget and tourism model 14:00 Tipping and Payments #botswana #botswanasafari #botswanatravelguide