Botswana Travel
Botswana is the Africa of your dreams: here, nature rules. Elephants cross your path, lions roar in the distance, and the stars reflect in the delta. It’s a land where the silence is deafening and adventure still feels untouched. Tent on your 4x4 and go!
Why is Botswana the perfect country for you as a traveler?
Picture this: you’re driving your own 4x4 along sandy tracks, sleeping beneath a sky full of stars, and waking up to the roar of a lion somewhere far away. No fences, no neighbors, no signal — just you, the bush, and the raw essence of Africa. Botswana isn’t your average safari destination; it’s wild, remote, and breathtakingly adventurous.
Botswana is home to one of our team members, and many of us have traveled here ourselves, more than once. Not staying in luxury lodges, but out in the bush. We sleep on the roof of our car, hear hyenas lick our braai grid clean at night, and watch elephants curiously wander around camp. Through these personal experiences, we know exactly what it feels like to be truly in the wilderness, and we’ve built strong relationships with local guides and partners who know the country inside out.
For you, that means traveling with freedom and courage, backed by the knowledge of experienced adventurers. Whether you choose a self-drive through the bush or a guided camping trip, we’ll help you design a route that fits your pace and style. We share our best tips for wild camping, off-road driving, and traveling responsibly through Botswana’s national parks. For adventurers who crave the real deal, Botswana is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. One thing’s for sure — you’ll never forget this trip.
Discover Botswana with our local partners
Our Charlie’s Angels Anna and Suzan headed to Botswana, where they took a mokoro (traditional wooden canoe) deep into the Okavango Delta — a highlight of their journey. From cooking gear and food to tents, everything was loaded onto the boats for a night camping in the wild. Watch the video here!
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I look back with immense pleasure on my pioneering trip to Madagascar with Charlie's Travels. What made this trip so special for me was its off-the-beaten-track nature. We visited places you wouldn't easily get to as an ordinary tourist, saw beautiful nature, and had a lot of contact with the local people. That made the experience very authentic. One of the biggest highlights was driving off-road myself. In addition, there were so many unexpected moments that I won't soon forget: a football match against the locals in the Tsaranoro Valley, unexpectedly finding myself in a local sacrificial ritual, and a canoe trip that went very differently than planned. We thought we were going on a sailboat trip, but it turned out to be a few leaky canoes. In hindsight, it actually became one of the best memories of the trip for me. That is also the charm of a pioneering trip: not everything goes as planned, but it is precisely those unexpected moments that make the adventure complete. I also appreciated the variety of accommodations. From homestays, B&Bs, and hotels to sleeping in a tent under the starry sky. That fit perfectly with the adventurous nature of the trip. I do think, however, that a pioneering journey isn't for everyone. You need to be flexible and be able to accept that plans sometimes change. If you can surrender to that and simply enjoy the journey as it unfolds, that is precisely what yields the most beautiful stories and memories. The reason I am not giving 5 stars is that the communication before and during the trip was sometimes a bit disorganized. I would also have liked to see more transparency regarding certain costs. In my opinion, those are areas where Charlie's Travels can still improve. Despite that, I look back on a fantastic trip full of special experiences and memories that I won't soon forget. If you are looking for an adventurous, authentic journey off the beaten path and are open to the unexpected, then I can certainly recommend a trip with Charlie's Travels.
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Hanneke287 days agoAngola with Charlies was amazing! Remote and real pioneering. A great country to discover with friends. One big adventure, from camping in the beautiful desert to making memories for life with proud locals. Went home with a big smile and would love to be back soon!
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Tessa Tuk325 days agoLast October, I went on a pioneering trip to Malawi with Charlie's Travels, and it turned out to be a unique experience. The moments that stuck with me the most are the beautiful hike through Nyika National Park, where we camped in the middle of nature and zebras walked past our tent in the morning; and the evening we all dove into a local pub and danced the night away with the locals. The paradisiacal Likoma Island and the car rides through the stunning African landscape, with spontaneous stops at local bars along the way, are also memories that will stay with me for a long time. Malawi is called 'the warm heart of Africa,' and that is exactly how it felt. It was amazing to discover this country with Charlie's Travels and a wonderful group of people. Highly recommended!
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The highlights of travel through Botswana
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Beyond the famous Victoria Falls and world-class safaris, these are our favorite experiences:
- Local guides who live in the Okavango Delta take you on a mokoro trip and walking safari through this incredible ecosystem.
- Out on the vast, otherworldly plains of the Makgadikgadi Pans, meet one of Africa’s most charming creatures during our Meerkat experience.
- Park your 4x4 in the heart of the Kalahari Desert or Chobe National Park for an unforgettable night beneath the stars.
No traffic jams for lion sightings — just the Big Five in pristine, untouched wilderness:
- Escape the crowds and discover Tuli Block, Botswana’s hidden safari gem.
- Visit the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, home to both black and white rhinos protected in their natural habitat.
- Chobe National Park is world-famous for its massive herds of elephants gathering along the river.
- The Okavango Delta, the largest inland delta on Earth, is a wildlife paradise of surreal beauty.
- Moremi Game Reserve in northern Botswana offers a true back-to-basics experience deep in the bush.
- The Kalahari Desert stretches endlessly, alive with predators, unique wildlife, and starlit nights.
- Nxai Pan offers vast salt flats so immense you’ll feel like the last person on Earth, yet teeming with unexpected life.
Botswana isn’t for everyone — and that’s exactly what makes it so special. With long driving distances and adventurous routes, this is the destination for travelers seeking the raw, unfiltered side of Africa. Perfect for couples wanting to share an intimate wilderness experience, and for families with older kids who aren’t afraid of a little grit. Those who travel through Botswana experience Africa in its purest form.
Botswana is a fantastic destination year-round, but here’s what to expect:
May to October (dry season): prime safari time, when animals gather around water sources, especially in the Okavango Delta and Chobe.
November to April (green season): lush landscapes, dramatic skies, and fewer crowds — perfect for birdwatchers and photographers.
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