Northern Tuli Game Reserve
Malaria & Safety
Botswana Parks
Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Lonely Planet guidebooks, including the guide to Botswana.
Safety
In our opinion, Botswana and its wildlife parks and reserves are safe to visit.
Most visitors to Northern Tuli Game Reserve are on either a fly-in safari or a self-drive safari. Flying around from lodge to lodge is very safe. Self-drive is a safe option too. Visitors coming from Gaborone (the capital of Botswana) or Johannesburg (in South Africa) must ensure they have plenty of fuel and water, but road conditions to and from the reserve are generally good.
For the most up-to-date information about safety in Botswana and Northern Tuli specifically, check the government travel advisories (see the ‘Governments’ Travel Advice for Botswana’ link below).
Malaria & Vaccinations
There are no serious health concerns in Botswana, especially for people on safari. Several vaccinations are recommended before visiting Botswana, but Northern Tuli Game Reserve is in a no-risk malaria zone. However, if you are visiting other areas in southern Africa, especially during the Wet season (November to March), malaria might be a concern, so check if taking antimalarial medication is recommended.
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife viewing in Northern Tuli is very safe as long as you listen to the instructions given by your guide during activities such as walks or game drives. Every lodge has a safety briefing at check-in, and it is essential to take any advice seriously. For more information, please read the ‘Wildlife Viewing Safety Precautions’ below.