Essential Information About Botswana

Botswana Travel Fact Sheet

  • Central Africa Time, UTC+2, with no daylight-saving time. Zimbabwe is on the same time zone.
  • Do not expect city-hotel climate control at every remote tented camp. Safari accommodations prioritize the wilderness setting and may rely on natural ventilation, fans or limited camp power.
  • Services vary by property. Pack light and ask Seek & Savor to confirm each camp’s current laundry arrangements before departure.
  • Sometimes, at additional cost and subject to availability. It must be arranged in advance.
  • Yes. Safari is not compulsory. If you need rest, tell camp staff. However, missed shared activities are generally not refundable.
  • Do not assume they are. Wildlife can move near safari camps. Follow staff instructions and never walk around alone after dark if escorts are required.
  • Central Africa Time, UTC+2, with no daylight-saving time. Zimbabwe is on the same time zone.
  • Do not expect city-hotel climate control at every remote tented camp. Safari accommodations prioritize the wilderness setting and may rely on natural ventilation, fans or limited camp power.
  • Do not expect city-hotel climate control at every remote tented camp. Safari accommodations prioritize the wilderness setting and may rely on natural ventilation, fans or limited camp power.
  • Services vary by property. Pack light and ask Seek & Savor to confirm each camp’s current laundry arrangements before departure.
  • Services vary by property. Pack light and ask Seek & Savor to confirm each camp’s current laundry arrangements before departure.
  • Services vary by property. Pack light and ask Seek & Savor to confirm each camp’s current laundry arrangements before departure.
  • Sometimes, at additional cost and subject to availability. It must be arranged in advance.
  • Sometimes, at additional cost and subject to availability. It must be arranged in advance.
  • Sometimes, at additional cost and subject to availability. It must be arranged in advance.
  • Yes. Safari is not compulsory. If you need rest, tell camp staff. However, missed shared activities are generally not refundable.
  • Yes. Safari is not compulsory. If you need rest, tell camp staff. However, missed shared activities are generally not refundable.
  • Yes. Safari is not compulsory. If you need rest, tell camp staff. However, missed shared activities are generally not refundable.
  • Do not assume they are. Wildlife can move near safari camps. Follow staff instructions and never walk around alone after dark if escorts are required.
  • Do not assume they are. Wildlife can move near safari camps. Follow staff instructions and never walk around alone after dark if escorts are required.
  • Do not assume they are. Wildlife can move near safari camps. Follow staff instructions and never walk around alone after dark if escorts are required.
  • Yes – this is wilderness. Mosquito and insect activity varies with season, weather and location. Use repellent, wear long sleeves in the evening when practical, and follow current malaria guidance.
  • Yes – this is wilderness. Mosquito and insect activity varies with season, weather and location. Use repellent, wear long sleeves in the evening when practical, and follow current malaria guidance.
  • Yes – this is wilderness. Mosquito and insect activity varies with season, weather and location. Use repellent, wear long sleeves in the evening when practical, and follow current malaria guidance.
  • Yes – this is wilderness. Mosquito and insect activity varies with season, weather and location. Use repellent, wear long sleeves in the evening when practical, and follow current malaria guidance.