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Botswana

Southern African nation famous for wildlife safaris, Kalahari Desert, and Okavango Delta

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Quick Facts About Botswana

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Capital

Gaborone

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Population

2.6 million

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Languages

English, Setswana

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Currency

Botswana Pula

Discover Botswana

Botswana is a safari paradise and one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations! The Okavango Delta is one of the world's most magical places - a vast inland wetland where the Okavango River spreads across the Kalahari Desert, creating islands of vegetation surrounded by water and wildlife. Thousands of elephants, buffalo, lions, African wild dogs, and countless other species gather here.

The Kalahari Desert is home to the San bushmen, indigenous peoples who have lived in harmony with the desert for millennia. The Makgadikgadi Salt Pans are vast white salt plains occasionally flooded with water, creating surreal landscapes where wildlife gathers.

Botswana is famous worldwide among safari enthusiasts for its incredible game viewing opportunities. The country prioritizes wildlife conservation and has achieved remarkable success in protecting the Big Five and other species. The people are warm and welcoming, and the country is stable and peaceful. With its commitment to conservation, pristine wilderness, and world-class safaris, Botswana shows how nature and people can thrive together.

Map of Botswana

Map of Botswana

Flag of Botswana

The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Botswana.

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For Educators

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Did You Know?

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Botswana has the world's largest elephant population (130,000+)

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The Okavango Delta is the world's largest inland delta

Botswana has one of Africa's most stable democracies

What Makes Botswana Special?

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Safari Adventures

Spot the Big Five on incredible wildlife safaris.

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Okavango Delta

Explore wetlands teeming with wildlife and bird species.

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Kalahari Desert

Experience the vast desert and San bushmen culture.

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Elephant Population

See the world's largest elephant population.

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Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

Witness vast salt plains and wildlife gatherings.

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Gaborone

Explore the modern, peaceful capital.

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