Botswana at a glance

Botswana is unique in African terms in that it has a democratic and stable government, which is committed to conservation - this makes for a unique and interesting safari destination.

Botswana game reserves are amongst the most breathtaking in Africa, whether you are camping under the stars or staying in 5 star luxury lodges, your journey will be awe inspiring and never forgotten, awaken your senses and take a safari through our world - Botswana – Africa’s finest success story.

Botswana is home to the Okavango Delta, Central Kalahari, Chobe National Park and the salt pans of the Makgadikgadi. Botswana remains for the most part untouched and unspoilt, home to some of Africa's most diverse wildlife and stunning scenery. Discover one of the few natural contrasts on earth where the Kalahari Desert meets the natural miracle of the Okavango Delta.

Hundreds of elephants, in numbers unrivalled throughout Africa can to be seen on the banks of the Chobe River in the Chobe National Park. Botswana has some of the most prolific wildlife in Southern Africa while National Park and Game Reserves/ concession have remained untouched and unchanged for hundreds of years.

The Republic of Botswana is a landlocked country situated in southern Africa whose neighbours are Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. It was formally called Bechuanaland until such time that it received its independence from Britain on the 30th September 1966. The country is named after its largest tribe – the Tswana

President – Ian Khama
Ian Khama (the oldest son of the first president Sereste Khama) took over the presidency in late 2008. He is a committed conservationist and will ensure that the country’s wildlife continues to be protected.

Population 1765 000 (2005)
Population density 1 person per 3km2
GDP Total $18.068 billion
GDP per capita $11,410
Currency Pula
Time Zone CAT