It is the most wonderful country for lovers of wildlife with the greatest variety imaginable.
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Email Georg Treptow | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Drive slowly or you might hit an elephant turning around a corner, careful when getting out of the car as lions and leopards are many in numbers inside all the parks.
The only thing we did not see were rhinos and cheetas, everything else was present.
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Email Marcus Abreu de Magalhaes | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best thing for animal viewing is that in Botswana they don't allow too many tourists and the drivers must keep on track. Because of that you will see a better preserved region of Africa. On others countries you will find better prices, but lots of tourists and not so scenic drives.
It's hard not to love the place...
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Email David Sullivan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Botswana felt exotic, with lots of wildlife easily seen, even just driving through town! The people are pleasant, and I never felt unsafe at any time.
Email Chris | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Botswana remains quite untouched like other more accessible parts of Africa. The Okovango really is special and unique and the true old school safari takes you into another sense of time. Large elephant herds are common and the concentration of game generally surpasses those seen in other parts of Southern Africa.
East Africa is special in its own way, but is spoilt by higher costs and mandatory chaperoning.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Botswana was definitely more remote feeling and wild that what I'm used to (and I grew up in rural America). I saw animals all the time while I traveled Botswana. The people were really kind as well.
Botswana is really natural africa in my eyes, with many many animals and wonderful people!
Email Eric Donnelly | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The only thing I didn't see on my wish list for this trip was Cheetah!
Botswana is a beautiful, unique and incredible place to visit. It is also probably the safest and friendliest holiday destination in Africa, which is a bonus.
