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About

Botswana is a landlocked country in Southern Africa, known for its vast deserts, wildlife reserves, and stable democratic system.

Connectivity & Internet

Average Speed30 Mbps
4G CoverageGood in cities

SIM from Mascom, Orange or BTC costs $10-20 for 5-15GB. Coverage limited in Okavango Delta and Kalahari. Safari lodges usually have WiFi.

Electricity
Voltage:230VV
Frequency:50HzHz
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D
G
M

UK Type G and South African D/M plugs. Voltage 230V. British colonial heritage. Universal adapter recommended

Local Transport

Operators: Seabalo, Intercape, Local combis
Booking: Bus terminals, intercape.co.za
Popular Routes
Gaborone - Maun8-10h
BWP 273-478
Gaborone - Kasane12-14h
BWP 410-682
Gaborone - Francistown5-6h
BWP 136-273

Botswana has a good transport network. Air Botswana operates flights between Gaborone, Maun, Kasane and Francistown. Charter flights are popular for safari lodges in the Okavango Delta. Seabalo and Intercape buses connect cities. Combis (minibuses) are cheap urban transport.

Local Cuisine

Pork and beef fillet

maffe

sadza

Tipping

Expected
Local term: Tip
Restaurants
10%
Taxi
Round up fare
Hotels
Porter10-20 BWP per bag
Housekeeping20-50 BWP per day
Concierge50-100 BWP for special service
Tours
Guide (per day)100-200 BWP per person
Driver (per day)50-100 BWP per person

Tipping is expected in Botswana. 10% for restaurants. Safari guides and camp staff expect tips. USD also accepted.