How much does a self-drive safari trip to Botswana cost?

RATES SELF-DRIVE SAFARI BOTSWANA

Discover the beauty of this enchanting destination with our carefully crafted self-drive itineraries to Botswana. Our standard rates ensure transparency and affordability, allowing you to plan your journey with confidence.

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Our rates for all seasons
The rates below are standard rates for the specified Self-Drive safari itineraries to Botswana (and Namibia). These are indicative and customizations, adjustments and all related increases or decreases will be accounted for based on your personal tour. The final price depends on the number days and way of travelling, the number of nights per accommodation, the type and class of accommodation and the number of participants.

 

Should you have any questions or would like to add extras such as international flights, etc. please feel free to contact us.

Why Explore Botswana

  • Local Expertise and Insight: Explore Botswana brings a wealth of local expertise and insight to your Self-Drive safari experience. Our team is composed of passionate individuals who call Botswana home, ensuring that you get an authentic and immersive encounter with the country's diverse landscapes, wildlife, and cultures.
  • Tailored Itineraries: We understand that every traveler is unique. Our Self-Drive safari itineraries to Botswana are carefully crafted to cater to different preferences and interests. Whether you're an wildlife enthusiast, a cultural explorer, or a thrill-seeker, we have tailored options that align with your desires.
  • Conservation Commitment: Explore Botswana is dedicated to responsible tourism and wildlife conservation. By choosing us, you contribute to sustainable practices that support the preservation of Botswana's natural beauty and the protection of its incredible biodiversity.
  • Comfort and Safety: We prioritize your comfort and safety throughout your safari journey. From well-maintained 4x4 vehicles to carefully selected accommodation, we go the extra mile to create a secure and enjoyable environment for our travelers.

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Explore Botswana offers organised self-drive holidays and safari tours. You can go on an adventure in a fully equipped vehicle of your own choice. We will arrange your accommodations in advance, whether you wish to stay in lodges and guesthouses, on campsites or both.

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Itineraries

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14 Days Safari Tour

Explore the fascinating national parks and experience the best bits Botswana has to offer.

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20 Days Safari Tour

Adventurous camping and you can hardly get closer in touch with nature.

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21 Days Safari Tour

Seek diversity; from far stretching savannas, to lush green oases and abundant wildlife.

Rates High Season

1 July 2024 – 31 December 2024

Below rates are in Euro (€) and presented per person, including VAT and local taxes.

Route Highlights Botswana

Length 14 Days (customizable)
2 pax Camping; price per person € 1.875,-
3 pax Camping; price per person € 1.479,-
4 pax Camping; price per person € 1.249,-
2 pax Accommodation; price per person € 2.549,-
3 pax Accommodation; price per person € 2.379,-
4 pax Accommodation; price per person € 1.979,-

Route Back to Basics

Length 20 Days (customizable)
2 pax Camping; price per person € 2.879,-
3 pax Camping; price per person € 2.419,-
4 pax Camping; price per person € 2.048,-
2 pax Accommodation; price per person n.a.
3 pax Accommodation; price per person n.a.
4 pax Accommodation; price per person n.a.

Route Combi Namibia

Length 21 Days (customizable)
2 pax Camping; price per person € 2.125,-
3 pax Camping; price per person € 1.748,-
4 pax Camping; price per person € 1.445,-
2 pax Accommodation; price per person € 3.199,-
3 pax Accommodation; price per person € 2.946,-
4 pax Accommodation; price per person € 2.580,-

Rates Low Season

1 January 2024 – 30 June 2024

Below rates are in Euro (€) and presented per person, including VAT and local taxes.

Route Highlights Botswana

Length 14 Days (customizable)
2 pax Camping; price per person € 1.539,-
3 pax Camping; price per person € 1.249,-
4 pax Camping; price per person € 1.079,-
2 pax Accommodation; price per person € 2.229,-
3 pax Accommodation; price per person € 2.149,-
4 pax Accommodation; price per person € 1.779,-

Route Back to Basics

Length 20 Days (customizable)
2 pax Camping; price per person € 2.349,-
3 pax Camping; price per person € 2.049,-
4 pax Camping; price per person € 1.779,-
2 pax Accommodation; price per person n.a.
3 pax Accommodation; price per person n.a.
4 pax Accommodation; price per person n.a.

Route Combi Namibia

Length 21 Days (customizable)
2 pax Camping; price per person € 1.734,-
3 pax Camping; price per person € 1.448,-
4 pax Camping; price per person € 1.162,-
2 pax Accommodation; price per person € 2.762,-
3 pax Accommodation; price per person € 2.603,-
4 pax Accommodation; price per person € 2.289,-

Self-Drive Safari Tours Through Botswana’s Untamed Landscapes

What is included?

Below is an overview of what is included in your booking with Explore Botswana.

Transport:

Airport/hotel transfers

Car rental

Detailed explanation of the car (4×4 only)

Complete camping equipment (camping trip)

Car insurance with standard excess

Third party insurance

Unlimited kilometres

24-hours emergency service

Information:

Meet and Greet upon arrival (Windhoek only)

Extensive information folder

Detailed route and road description

Personal travel App for cell phone

Roadmaps

Description of places of interest

Tips and information

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Accommodation:

Standard accommodation tours include all rooms at middle-class hotels, guesthouses or lodges (mostly B&B), unless otherwise requested.

Standard camping tours include most nights at campsites, combined with several nights at middle-class hotels, guesthouse or lodges (mostly B&B).

Almost all campsites and accommodations have a restaurant and offer facilities like a pool, bar, info desk, etc.

If the trips includes visits to National Parks, then the nights will be spent inside the parks as much as possible.

Meals & Drinks:

Most accommodations are booked with breakfast and camping is self-catering. It will be clearly indicated what meals are included in your tour proposal.

With most accommodations it is also possible to book dinner in advance. If you would like to include this in your proposal, please let us know.

What is excluded?

Below is an overview of what is excluded from your booking with Explore Botswana.

What is not included?

International Flights (book separately with Explore Botswana)

Fuel

Park fees, entrance fees to museums and personal expenses

Meals (unless indicated as included)

Travel and cancellation insurance

Additional activities and excursions, e.g. game drives, boat trips, etc.

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Optional Extras?

Below is an overview of the optional extras you can add to your booking with Explore Botswana.

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Optional Extras?

Flights

Reduced excess on vehicle insurance

Satellite phone, which can be used everywhere in Africa

GPS-navigation system

Compressor

Two-way radios

Also refer to our Extra Options Car Rental

Explore Africa Together

Our Service

Our thoughtful team of knowledgeable experts are here to take care of every need, from the second you contact us to when you return

Efficient & friendly service

Our team of friendly and service-minded Tour Consultants is available in Europe and Africa to assist you making a personalized tailor-made travel proposal and to answer all questions you might have. You can reach us by phone, e-mail and chat. We can set-up a (digital) meeting to discuss all your wishes and preferences. Feel free to contact us anytime!

Qualified staff with local knowledge

When you travel into amazing, wild and exhilarating Africa, there is one thing you must surely have properly arranged beforehand. A safari holiday requires back-up of a local expert who has inherent knowledge of the local African situation. This can either be our local support office in case of self-drive or your personal guide in case of a private guide safari trip.

Sustainable mindset

We understand that our activities have a positive, but can also have a negative, impact on the surroundings; positive by creating (local) employment and social development, but we also realize that our tourists might have another impact on the environment. We attach great importance to reducing the pressure that tourism exerts on the natural and social living environment of our travel destinations, and we see it as our corporate responsibility, and are committed to, constantly improve in the field of responsible, and maintaining sustainable travel.

24-hours support

We are close by while you are traveling and always reachable. Should you feel uncertain along the way or hit a “bump along the road” you can easily contact us, and we will gladly assist you to make your trip and stay in Botswana as enjoyable as possible with little or no interruptions.

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Book With Confidence

Reliable and Trustworthiness

We are, amongst others, proud member of the ATTA (African Tour Operator Association), the ANVR (Dutch Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators) and SGR (Dutch guarantee fund for prepaid travel money). This means we offer reliability and security towards our clients, as we work according to the ANVR travel and booking conditions, agreed with the European Consumers Association. The SGR label also provides financial certainty in case of possible bankruptcy.

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Unforgettable Self-Drive Safari Adventure in Botswana

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