Botswana

International arrivals most commonly land at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport in Gaborone, with regional connections through Maun and Kasane for safari gateways. Meet-and-greet private transfers and hotel shuttles are widely available by advance booking and provide the most reliable door-to-door service, especially for early morning or late-night arrivals. Airport taxis operate from official ranks with metered or fixed fares; use licensed drivers and confirm the fare or have your hotel prearrange collection. Domestic travel relies heavily on scheduled light aircraft and charter flights for reaching lodges and remote parks; bookings through reputable operators or your lodge ensure coordinated ground pickup. For intercity road travel, long-distance coaches serve major towns on paved routes and offer a safe, economical option for daytime travel. Car hire is popular for independent exploration, but choose a well-maintained 4x4 for routes into the north and carry extra water and fuel for long rural stretches. Road conditions vary from excellent main highways to rough gravel secondary roads, so plan driving times conservatively and allow daylight for unfamiliar rural drives. When transferring into private concessions or camps, expect brief administrative checks at entry points and coordinated timed pickups to protect wildlife and manage limited access.