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Safety: Exercise increased caution· official advisory, read Oct 27
Best months: Apr· counted on 1 dated shows & festivals· guide reviewed 113 days ago
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Passport ValidityRequired📄 Entry & DocsMust be valid for at least 6 months beyond planned staySource · Botswana Immigration
Tourist VisaRequired📄 Entry & DocsMost nationalities receive free 30-day entry on arrivalSource · Botswana Department of Immigration
Yellow Fever VaccineRequired💉 HealthRequired if arriving from countries with yellow fever riskSource · WHO International Travel Guidelines
Water SafetyRequired💉 HealthDrink bottled or filtered water, avoid tap water in rural areas
Offline MapsRecommended Must-have appsDownload Maps.me for navigation in remote areas with limited connectivity
Travel Health InsuranceRecommended💉 HealthMedical evacuation can cost over $50,000 in remote areas
Malaria ProphylaxisRecommended💉 HealthHigh risk in northern Botswana, especially during rainy season