Explore Botswana With These 8 Best Tours

1. River cruise on the Chobe

Chobe River is one of the large rivers in Botswana, flowing in the north of the country. It is one of the highlights in Kasane, close to the border with Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. During a river cruise on Chobe River, you will have to opportunity to practice your photography skills, especially if you’re taking the trip at sunset. The cruise takes around 2 hours, it gives you the chance to see some wildlife and relax while floating.

River cruise on the Chobe

Address: Kasane, Chobe, Botswana

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2. Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta

Although it’s officially on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, Victoria Waterfalls is so close to the border with Botswana that it can almost be considered to also be part of Botswana. One of the seven natural wonders of the world, Victoria Waterfalls impresses with its rainbows and a large flow of water. It is known among the locals as “the smoke that thunders” because of its similarity with smoke. This tour will give you 8 days of safari, mokoro (local boats with a flat bottom) trips, river cruises and getting soaked at Victoria Waterfall.

Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta

Address: Zambia (Livingstone) and Botswana (Maun)

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3. Mokoro trip with Old Bridge Backpackers

In some parts of the world, kids grow up riding bikes, in other parts of the world (like Botswana), kids grow up riding mokoros. Traditionally, mokoros are made of a tree known under the nickname of “sausage tree” because it produces fruits that look like sausages. These trees require about 100 years to grow, so nowadays, people prefer to build mokoros out of glass fiber. Mokoros are thin long boats with a flat bottom that are driven by polers.

Discovering the wonders of Okavango Delta from a mokoro is a very calming experience. You feel close to nature. Although there are many companies that offer mokoro trips in Okavango Delta, not all of them do it for the local community.

Old Bridge Backpackers are making sure that the local community benefits from the trips they organize. Moreover, they offer the best price available. You can choose a one day trip and a 4-day camping trip, either fully catered for or self-catered.

Mokoro trip with Old Bridge Backpackers

Address: Maun, Botswana

Website: Mokoro trip with Old Bridge Backpackers

4. Chobe Safari Lodge

If you get to Kasane and you’re wondering what you could do, Chobe Safari Lodge has a few good ideas for you. They offer a wide range of activities for half days or full days. They can also make a customized offer for you, based on your interests and schedule. From game drives to fishing trips to cultural village trips, you can find all information you need here.

Chobe Safari Lodge

Address: Chobe National Park, Kasane, Botswana

Website: Chobe Safari Lodge

5. Kalahari Chobe

Kalahari Tours is one of the oldest tours companies in the area. With its 15 years of experience, they provide tourists with camping trips in Chobe National Park or just day trips if your time doesn’t allow for overnight. They are also able to arrange transfers, should you require one. if you’re an individual traveler, it might be one of the best offers at a fair price. Their experienced guides are professionals who know the area very well.

Kalahari Chobe

Address: Kasane, Botswana

Contact: +267 625 0880

Website: Kalahari Chobe

6. Elephant Trail Moremi

Moremi National Park is based close to Maun, Botswana. The wildlife in this area is amazing and even just a one day trip is enough for spotting countless elephants, giraffes, zebras, possibly lions and leopards. It’s easy to reach from Maun. There are many companies offering tours in Moremi National Park, some of which overnights in the camps inside the national park. Elephant Trail Moremi is a one day trip in order for you to get a taste of the wildlife in Botswana.

Elephant Trail Moremi

Address: Moremi National Park, Maun, Botswana

Website: Elephant Trail Moremi

7. Tsodilo Bushman Rock Paintings

If you’re looking for a longer tour in Botswana, this 17-day tour might be the perfect choice for you. You will get to see the highlights of Botswana and, as a bonus, one of the seven natural wonders of the world (Victoria Waterfall in Livingstone, Zambia). At the end of the tour, you will have not only seen all the wildlife that Botswana has to offer, but you will have also learned a lot about the country’s culture. The famous thousand years old rock paintings are also a part of the tour.

Tsodilo Bushman Rock Paintings

Address: Maun, Botswana to Livingstone, Zambia

Website: Tsodilo Bushman Rock Paintings

8. Sexaxa Cultural Village

A day activity having as a starting point Maun, Botswana, getting a tour to Sexaxa Village will offer you the opportunity to understand better the Bayei tribe. This is based on a cultural compound, helping Bayei tribe to get an income from touristic activities while preserving their traditions and heritage. It’s an interesting experience, especially if you’re for the first time in this part of the world.

Sexaxa Cultural Village

Address: Maun, Botswana

Website: Sexaxa Cultural Village

Wildlife, desert, rivers, boats - Botswana has it all

Touring around Botswana will give you a unique experience. Back in history, Botswana is among the few countries in the area that was not a colony, but rather a protectorate. This can be noticed from the current economic situation of the country. It also has a rather strong national identity compared to the countries around. It’s a very safe country, people are very friendly and the landscapes are for sure worth it.