Trip to Namibia and Botswana Hey, we’re planning to visit Namibia and Botswana this October. Usually we’re the type that decides where we wanna go in a country and then book night by night via booking when we’re there. For Africa we were told this is a bad idea so we reached out to Tourlane for an offer and were blown away by how expensive they are given we specifically ask…

First time safari in Botswana and Zimbabwe, any photography gear advice? Photography gear for Botswana and Zimbabwe safari Hi guys I’m hoping to get some advice on gear for an upcoming safari, it’s not an exclusively photography trip, I’m travelling with my dad who has been wanting to take this trip for a long time. I’m very excited to get out there and take photos! I don’t have tons of info on the trip but I underst…

Itinerary help Moremi and Chobe (Botswana) Hi all, We’re travelling to Victoria Falls in the end of February and will also drop by Kasane to rent a 4×4 for a self drive safari. I am struggling a bit to put together the best possible itinerary and would appreciate some help. We’ll only have 4 days, 3 nights at our disposal. The number one animal we would love to spot is the leopard, and …

Botswana Voters Hand Governing Party a Stunning Rebuke After nearly 60 years, the Botswana Democratic Party lost its majority in Parliament, becoming the latest long-dominant party in southern Africa to fall from power.

Solo Road Trip to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana & Namibia end of Nov 2024, wanna join? I just booked a solo road trip to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana & Namibia end of Nov 2024. It’ll be for 18 days, starting and ending in Johannesburg. I booked a camper 4×4 that can sleep 2 people. Looking to share the adventure and split the cost with a fellow traveller! I’m 29M, traveled to 50+ countries with a ton of experience driving in a…

Keeping costs down self drive Botswana, Namibia, South Africa Hello, I am trying to plan a 3 week self drive camping holiday in southern Africa probably for June 2025 for my wife, myself and an 8 year old. Ideally I want to have some time in the Okavango (dream for my wife) but I am open to suggestions that can help keep the budget in order. From what I have seen it would be best to fly into either Johanne…

trip to South Africa, Zambia and Botswana I just spent 2 weeks in the southern regions of africa touring with Contiki and absolutely loved it! We packed so much in whilst also still getting to see and experience such a beautiful corner of the earth. As a young traveller, Contiki was great! I made friends from all over the world and got to explore new places in a very safe and easy envir…

How much cash to take to Zimbabwe/Botswana/South Africa I’ve heard of it being tough to get cash in Zimbabwe but I also don’t want to get robbed. How many American dollars would you take per person for 4 nights in Victoria Falls? And then with South Africa, are debit cards/credit cards more likely to work? And for a safari experience, how much cash do you need to tip? Thank you! submitted by …

Met a local guy in Botswana one year ago, now asking for money Hi guys! One year ago I did a roadtrip between Botswana, Zimbawe and Zambia with a group of friends. During a (long) stop at the border with Botswana, I met a guy which was the local guide of a tour operator and we had a really nice talk, so we exchanged numbers to keep in touch. Over the last 12 months, he wrote me every 4/5 weeks asking how I …

Namibia +/- Botswana advice – both or just one? Hi all, I’m headed to Namibia in June next year on a 11 day group tour covering the highlights including 2 nights in Etosha. We’re considering flying to Botswana after the tour to spend 2-3 nights at a safari there independently. My questions to those who’ve been to both countries: 1) Would be worth it to make the trip? As in, would our experie…