Africa
Botswana
Where water changes everything and life comes down to drink at dusk
Victoria Falls as the gateway, the day and night safaris of Chobe National Park on the riverbank, and nights in a safari tent among the channels of the Okavango Delta, explored by mokoro.
Botswana is a journey in which water changes everything. It begins with the roar of Victoria Falls, a mist you feel from several kilometres away that soaks you before you arrive, and continues upriver, where the savannah fills with life: elephants coming down to the river to drink, hippos surfacing among the reeds, and a safari that keeps no schedule, lived at dawn, at dusk and even at night, by land and by water. It is a country where it is enough to stay still for a while for nature to start moving all around you.
Further west, the Okavango Delta is a world apart, a labyrinth of channels and islands where you glide in silence, in a pole-pushed canoe, with the water brushing your hand and birds crossing the sky. Nights are spent in luxury tents in the heart of the delta, surrounded by the sounds of wildlife, and the days have the slow rhythm of someone who has come only to look. It suits those who want a safari at an unhurried pace, with nature and water as the protagonists, and time to stop and enjoy them.
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Experiences
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Sunset cruise on the Ra-Ikane, facing Victoria Falls
A peaceful sunset cruise on the Zambezi, aboard a boat with a name and history of its own.
View experience: Sunset cruise on the Ra-Ikane, facing Victoria Falls
The Ra-Ikane boats are named after Lazarus Ra-Ikane, the local guide who helped David Livingstone on his expedition along the Zambezi. Today their monohulls, with a maximum capacity of 16 passengers, sail a circular route among the river's islets as the sun sets over the water — a serene way to close the day before heading into Botswana.
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"Flight of Angels" helicopter flight over Victoria Falls
Twelve minutes in the air to see the falls from end to end.
View experience: "Flight of Angels" helicopter flight over Victoria Falls
The name comes from a line by David Livingstone in 1855, on seeing the falls for the first time: "a sight so beautiful it must have been gazed upon by angels in flight." Twelve minutes aboard a helicopter are enough to understand why: the full gorge, the permanent rainbow over the mist, and the true scale of the falls can only be appreciated from the air.
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Boma dinner with traditional dance by the fire
An open-air dinner in a forest clearing, with game meat, dance, and traditional storytelling.
View experience: Boma dinner with traditional dance by the fire
A boma dinner is held outdoors, in a torch-lit clearing of Zimbabwe teak forest, with dishes featuring game meats typical of Zimbabwe. The evening comes alive with traditional dance performed by the lodge staff and, often, a story told by a sangoma — the traditional storyteller and healer — around the fire.
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Night safari in Chobe
A spotlight game drive after sunset, when the predators wake up.
View experience: Night safari in Chobe
When night falls over Chobe, the park changes rhythm: leopards, hyenas, and other nocturnal predators come out to hunt. The only way to see them in full activity is on a spotlight game drive, guided by expert trackers who know the movements of each pack.
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Mokoro through the channels of the Okavango Delta
A silent glide in a traditional canoe, alongside elephants and hippos.
View experience: Mokoro through the channels of the Okavango Delta
The mokoro is the traditional canoe of the Okavango Delta, poled standing up by a local guide. Gliding silently through the channels, at water level, is a completely different way to see the delta — and its wildlife, from elephants on the bank to submerged hippos — than a 4x4 safari.
Itinerary ideas
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7 days
Essential Botswana: Victoria Falls and Chobe
The shortest, most accessible circuit, with the falls and Chobe's elephants
View itinerary idea: Essential Botswana: Victoria Falls and Chobe
Arrival in Victoria Falls with 2 nights at a hotel: a private tour of the falls and a sunset cruise on the Ra-Ikane. Road transfer to Chobe National Park (about 2h) for 3 nights at a riverside lodge, with 4x4 and boat safaris organized by the lodge itself. Return to Victoria Falls or a domestic flight for departure.
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10 days
Botswana in Depth: Chobe and the Okavango Delta
The circuit above, extended with a private Okavango Delta concession
View itinerary idea: Botswana in Depth: Chobe and the Okavango Delta
Victoria Falls (2 nights): the falls and a sunset cruise. Chobe National Park (3 nights): day, night, and boat safaris. Domestic flight to a private concession in the Okavango Delta (4 nights) at a luxury tented camp, with mokoro, 4x4, and boat outings. Transfer to Maun for departure.
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13 days
Luxury Botswana: Falls, Chobe, and the Delta with All the Extras
The most complete route, with the most distinctive experiences included
View itinerary idea: Luxury Botswana: Falls, Chobe, and the Delta with All the Extras
Victoria Falls (3 nights): a private tour of the falls, the "Flight of Angels" helicopter flight, a sunset cruise on the Ra-Ikane, and a boma dinner with traditional dance. Chobe National Park (3 nights): day, night, and boat safaris. Private concession in the Okavango Delta (5 nights) at a luxury tented camp, with mokoro, 4x4, and boat outings. Transfer to Maun for departure.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to travel to Botswana?
From May to September, in the dry season, when wildlife viewing is at its best because the animals gather around the water. Between March and May the Okavango Delta reaches its highest water level. The green, rainy season has its own appeal, especially for birdlife. I'll suggest the dates that fit what you most want to see.
How long should a trip to Botswana last, and how do you get there from Spain?
I suggest around 12 days, so you're not rushing between camps. There is no direct flight from Spain: the journey usually takes 15 to 25 hours with one or two connections, for example via Johannesburg, Addis Ababa or Doha. It's wise to keep the first day light, since the arrival is long.
Do I need a visa to travel to Botswana with a Spanish passport?
No, not for tourist stays of under 90 days. The passport must, however, be valid for at least six months from your planned departure date. As of November 2026 that is what Spain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs states; conditions can change, so check its travel recommendations page before you book.
What vaccinations or health precautions should I consider for Botswana?
No vaccines are compulsory unless you arrive from a country with epidemics. Spain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends being up to date on diphtheria, tetanus and polio, and considering yellow fever, hepatitis A and malaria prophylaxis, especially for the north or the Okavango Delta. Your international vaccination centre makes the call; book an appointment early.