INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT BOOKINGS
If you are traveling from Brazil you can book direct flights from Guarulhos International Airport in São Paulo to South Africa, cities of Cape Town or Johannesburg, with either South African Airways or Latam airlines.
Then from South Africa you must book your flight to Botswana with the airline AirLink. There are options as well with Air Botswana or CemAir but we recommend AirLink as they are usually on time.
Ethiopian Airways started flying directly to Maun, Botswana from Addis Ababa in June 2024, if you are interested in stopping in Ethiopia before coming from where you live, have a look at their website.
Botswana’s official language is English, but most of the population speaks Setswana as well.
SUMMER | Green & Rain | From November until March
Average temperatures ranging from 16-32 degrees C. These months border the rainy season, Jan & Feb, when you may encounter brief but occasionally heavy rain. These months still afford visitors excellent game viewing and you may be lucky to witness the miracle that the rains bring, transforming the dry land to a vibrant abundance of lush greenery. However during November the temperatures can be quite high reaching 45 degrees C. After the first rains the temperatures starts to drop.
AUTUMN | Dry | April and May
Delightful months to visit Botswana marked by moderate temperatures, with average temperatures ranging 15-31 degrees C. Sunny days, blue sky with occasional beautiful clouds.
WINTER | Dry | From June until August
Sunny, cloudless days and mild temperatures ranging from 7-27 degrees C. The landscapes outside the Okavango Delta begin their drying process, gradually fading from lush green to dry khaki colors. In the Okavango Delta the floodwaters from Angola start to fill the countless lagoons and streams.
SPRING | Dry | September and October
September is the best month to enjoy the stunning colours of the wilderness. Artists from all over the world chose this month as their favorite. Temperatures for September average 15-31 degrees C. However October can be very hot particularly towards the end of the month. Temperatures average 20-45 degrees C and you may experience the occasional rain shower towards the end of October. Any discomfort from the heat is offset by the excellent game viewing at this time of year due to the lack of thick vegetation and the water holes are drying up.
Most of our Safari Collection options are Fully Inclusive which means that mostly everything is included on your Safari. More details below and feel free to contact us if you still have any question.
INCLUDES
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Domestic flights return from Maun International Airport and between the camps / flight options are: Helicopter or Cessna Caravan
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Fully serviced safari accommodation
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All meals & snacks
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All beverages non alcoholic and alcoholic, excludes premium imported brands and champagne
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Professional guided activities
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Park fees, Conservation & Community levies
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Laundry service
EXCLUDES
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International flights
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Staff & guides gratuities / payment in cash preferably in US$
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Camp Spa services / credit card machines available
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Shopping in camps / credit card machines available
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Travel insurance / mandatory
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Others not mentioned on INCLUDES
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BOOKING CONFIRMATION & DEPOSIT PAYMENT
To confirm your Safari dates you must make payment of 25% of the Safari total amount as a Deposit which is non refundable, therefore make sure before you confirmed the Safari dates with us that you are happy with your decision.
BOOKING FINAL PAYMENTThe payment of the Safari amount balance is due 60 days prior to date of travel.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
We bank with FNB First National Bank of Botswana. We do accept payments in US$ American Dollar and also in BWP Botswana Pula (local currency). Our preferable payment method is International Wire Transfer. Please check with your local bank the best option for you to make the payment. Our payment options are:
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International Wire Transfer - Invoice & Payment in US$ American Dollar
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Credit Card / DPO group payment link - Invoice & Payment in BWP Botswana Pula - 8% bank charges will be added to the full amount
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PayPal - Invoice & Payment in US$ American Dollar - 8% charges will be added to the full amount
BOOKING CANCELATION
If you decide to cancel your booking this must be done in writing by email. Cancellation policy & refund vary from different Safari Operators in Botswana. Below we give you an idea of how it works:
More than 30 day’s notice from your Safari first date: 70% of Booking Final Payment recovered from operators will be refunded
Less than 30 days’ notice from your Safari first date: 100% of Booking Final Payment is forfeited
In case of a request to change your Safari booking dates, this must be also done in writing by email. Kindly note that if you decide to change to a further year, new prices will apply to your booking according to each Safari Operator further year rates. Note that most Safaris and Air Charters rates increases around 10% every year.
MORE QUESTIONS
Send us an email hello@amazingbotswana.com
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Citizens of 100 countries can enter Botswana for tourism purposes without a visa and without any fees. The list of visa-exempt countries includes the USA, UK, Brazil, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and most European and South American countries, as well as South Africa and Namibia. A passport with at least six months validity is required to enter Botswana.
YES CHILDREN ARE ALLOWED
Going on safari with your children can be a magical and educational experience they'll never forget. We understand that every family is different, so we offer a range of camps that have different age limits and rules so you can choose the one that's right for your family. Bring your children on safari and let them experience the wonder of nature firsthand.
DOCUMENTS NEEDED
Guests traveling to Botswana need to be aware that parents traveling with children would be requested to provide the following information for all traveling children. Any children under the age of 18 will not be allowed to enter the country without these documents.
Child and both parents:
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An unabridged birth certificate / if the document is not written in English it must be translated and certified
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A valid passport for the child
Child and one parent, parent must produce:
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An unabridged birth certificate / if the document is not written in English it must be translated and certified
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A valid passport for the child
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A court order / death certificate / affidavit written in English confirming the absent parent has given permission for the child to travel
Child and guardian, guardian must produce:
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An unabridged birth certificate
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A valid passport for the child
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A court order / death certificate / affidavit confirming the parents have given permission for the child to travel
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Copies of parents / guardian ID documents
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Contact details of parents/guardian
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It is a condition of booking, that the guests accept sole responsibility to ensure that they carry the correct fully comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover themselves, as well as any dependents traveling. This insurance should include cover in respect of, but not limited to, the following eventualities: delay, cancellation or curtailment of the safari, emergency evacuation expenses, medical expenses, personal injury, illness (including but not limited to any communicable disease), loss of support, death and disability, hometown repatriation costs, consequential loss, damage/theft/loss of personal baggage, money, and belongings. Guests will be charged directly by the relevant service providers for any emergency services they may require and may find themselves in a position unable to access such services should they not be carrying the relevant insurance cover.
YELLOW FEVER
If you are traveling to Botswana from areas infected with Yellow Fever, you must have a valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate. Otherwise, no other immunizations are required. However, it would be wise to have an updated TPD (tetanus, polio, diphtheria) vaccine, and a Hepatitis A vaccine. Furthermore, depending on your destination within Botswana and the time of year you wish to travel, it may be advisable to visit a travel medicine clinic in your home country to establish if further vaccinations are required & advised.
BRAZILIANS DO NEED TO HAVE A YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION CERTIFICATE
More infos, contact Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária - AnvisaMALARIA
Botswana is a malaria risk area so it is advisable that you take anti-malaria medication. Consult your doctor in this regard. Anti-malarial medication should commence at least a week before leaving for your trip. Precautions such as long-sleeved shirts and jeans for wearing in the evenings will reduce your chances of mosquito bites. Pack some mosquito repellent, cream or spray, for applying to your hands, face and neck. This will help keep the mosquitoes at bay.
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