Botswana Travel Guide

A glance at the map shows that Botswana appears to be empty.

True, it is a huge, mostly uninhabited country dominated by the Kalahari, but as our Botswana Travel Guide shows, the country has a thriving economy (one of Africa's most successful), a fascinating culture and a rich history - read our people & culture feature for more information.

It is of course for the wildlife that visitors come to Botswana but there are clearly defined travel areas which deliver different wildlife experiences.

The vast majority of safaris take place in the northern half of the country where you'll find classic safari destinations like the Okavango Delta and the Chobe National Park but for those who would like to experience a slice of urban life, Botswana's towns & cities are largely found in the southern half of the country.