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Botswana Guide
Botswana's signature regions and what to expect in each: the Okavango Delta, Chobe, the Makgadikgadi salt pans and the Central Kalahari.
The basics
Why, when, and where.
Why
Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park is a unique conservation area that straddles the border between South Africa and Botswana. It is the first transfrontier park in Africa and is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including the Kalahari lion, cheetah, leopard, brown hyena, and many species of antelope. The park also offers visitors the opportunity to experience the Kalahari Desert in its natural state, with its vast open spaces, red sand.
When
The best time to visit Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park is during the dry season, which runs from May to October. During this time, the temperatures are milder and the wildlife is more active.
May to September
- Warm, mild weather
- May is a great month for wildlife viewing
October to April
- The landscape is gorgeous and spring flowers appear after the first rains
- End of the Wet season is the best time for wildlife viewing
- The best time for birding because migrant species are present
Imagery
Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park, in pictures.
Recent travellers
Word from people who have just been to Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park.
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"Darren was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout our trip planning process. He was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and professional, consistently going above and beyond to answer our questions and provide thoughtful recommendations. What impressed us most was his efficiency — he was able to put together a highly competitive and detailed proposa…"
"Jolene and Clarisha are an absolute pleasure to work with. They respond to emails quickly, are always reassuring, and made me feel confident that the process was legitimate and safe. The entire experience has been unbelievable in the best way. They consistently keep in touch, provide updates, and are incredibly kind, professional, and supportive. I truly app…"
"For different questions we got always very quick answers and proactive good recommendations with from our point of view a fair pricing"
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