Botswana
Stable and prosperous, home to the Okavango Delta and world-class wildlife.
AfricaTraveler Snapshot: Botswana
A quick reference for planning your trip: visas, weather, health, and the essentials.
Visa & Entry
For US passport holders
Visa-free up to 90 days for US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia.
Weather & Climate
Semi-arid: hot summers with some rain, mild dry winters with cold nights.
Best Time to Visit
May to October for dry season game viewing in the Okavango and Chobe.
Health & Vaccinations
Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic country. Malaria precautions in the north.
Safety
One of Africa's safest and most stable countries. Standard precautions apply.
Fast Facts
- Capital: Gaborone
- Currency: Botswana pula (BWP)
- Languages: English, Setswana
- Time zone: CAT (UTC+2) year-round
- Power: Type D/G/M plugs, 230V
- Emergency: 999 / 997
Visa and entry notes here are written for US passport holders on typical short-stay tourism. Requirements vary by nationality, so if you hold a different passport your rules may differ. Guidance can change frequently. Always confirm current requirements with the official embassy, consulate, or a licensed travel-health provider before you travel.
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