5 Reasons to Visit Botswana

If you are more of an adventurous traveler, Botswana is undoubtedly a paradise destination. From canoe rides on The Okavango Delta to seeing elephants at Chobe National Park, Botswana has it all.
In our blog posts this month, we will be focusing on Botswana. For today, let’s find out why this is the place to be!​

1. Low impact, high  cost
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Botswana has long promoted a different approach to tourism.  In Botswana, it is all about being at one with nature, having a minimal impact on the environment and enjoying the life in luxurious, intimate lodges. This lovely country attracts travelers who are willing to pay more for the privilege of visiting the remote areas and seeing animals with fewer tourists.

Botswana is not only about travelling in style, indeed, you can travel cheaply.
- Accommodation: $10 - $20 for basic campsites or wooden huts, $20 - $30 per night in hostels and guesthouses. For mid-range travelers, the average for a stay in Airbnb  or comfortable hotels is around $60 - $80. These are generally found in the capital.
- Food: There are local restaurants and street stalls in most urban and transit areas with plenty of vegan options for about $3 - $5. In good quality restaurants and bars, it costs around $5 - $15.
- Transportation: Renting a car is the most practical way to do Botswana on a budget, however, it usually requires hiring a 4 wheel drive and driving yourself around the amazing national parks.
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Of course, if this seems like a bit too much work, then  you can of course join a safari. To make your vegan travel to Botswana easier, we are planning our next trip for December 2020 where you only need to sign up and we take care of the rest. Going with us, you can imagine yourself visiting with the animals on 4x4 drives, by motorized boat or human-powered Botswana canoes.

2. A great wildlife experience

Once out of town, you can really appreciate the peace and tranquility that this country offers. No noise, no mobile phones, no engines or vehicles interrupting your thoughts. Moreover, Botswana is a safe place for tourists. Botswana is the most stable country with less corrupt than its neighbors. This is the place to forget all your everyday stress and strains and truly marvel in the wonders of nature.

You will have the chance to witness the zebra migration  between the Okavango Delta and Makgadikgadi Pans - the world’s second-largest zebra and wildebeest migration after the Serengeti. This migration is incredible and the scenery will make  wildlife photographers very happy.

If you want to see elephants then Chobe National Park is the place to be. This park is known for being home to the world’s largest concentration of elephants in Africa (estimated 120 000) and the largest continuous surviving elephant population on Earth.

For seeing wild dogs then Lagoon Camp in Northern Botswana is an excellent choice, Or, if you would like to see the black-maned Kalahari lion then Kalahari Plains is where you need to go.

In addition, over 500 bird species have been recorded in Botswana, making Botswana a paradise for any avid birdwatcher.

3. Diversity of safari ​

By what ways can you fulfill your journey in Botswana?

You can go on a Mokoro (a type of wooden canoe)  excursion where you get to see wildlife from a very low perspective! Another option is trying a quad biking safari and sleeping out under the stars using your sleep bag and camping pillow!
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You can explore on foot with knowledgeable guides. The walks draw attention to the landscape and provides a brilliant overall perspective of a traditional lifestyle in Botswana.

4. Amazing Food and culture ​

When it comes to food, Botswana’s local dishes are must-eat. Their dishes use corn and sorghum as the main ingredients. Especially, when you come with World Vegan Travel, you can fill your belly after a long safari tour with plenty of vegan options.

Laurelea, one of our previous customers, said: “I will tell people to not eat for a month before they come on this trip.” and the same will be the case in Botswana. We take great pride  in the diversity in the food we make available for vegans.

If you want to dive into the culture, take a walk with the local Bushmen and learn about their ancient traditions, water sourcing and fire making. There are also many cave paintings that are several thousand years old.

5. And last but not least: World Vegan Travel is going to Botswana!

World Vegan Travel is off to Botswana and Cape Town in December 2020!
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What can you expect from  this trip of a lifetime?

Starting and finishing in Cape Town, you'll be spending your mornings and afternoons on blissful safaris, returning each time to our deluxe camps for 100% vegan meals and snacks, with plenty of free time to relax with a book and a glass of wine and maybe even a swim, while elephants gather by the local watering hole nearby. Your nights will start with a drink by the campfire before going to sleep among the sounds of night time animal activity.  

A trip of a lifetime deserves incredible accommodations, so of course we're staying in deluxe remote camps, accessed by bush planes... and privatizing them! With just us there, it's Vegan Central!
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So lace up those hiking boots, charge those camera batteries, order (or rent)  the best binoculars you can afford, dust off that safari hat you've always wanted to wear, and join us on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to one of the best wildlife spotting places on earth. For more information on this trip you can find out more here. We are already nearly full so don’t miss out!