Botswana
Okavango Delta, Chobe elephants, Kalahari Desert, and Africa's most successful democracy. Premium safari destination.
💸Estimated cost for Botswana
Real-time surcharge applied (flight +15% / lodging +5%)
Elevated jet fuel + weak JPY: real prices running ~+15% vs baseline
Updated: 2026-05-16
3N4D Budget
$1,681.70〜
Hostel + self-catering
3N4D Mid
$1,878.68〜
Mid hotel + dining out
3N4D Comfort
$2,385.20〜
Upscale hotel + tours
* Rough estimate: round-trip from Tokyo ¥230,000 + local costs. Actual prices vary widely by season
Local time · Gaborone
14:44
Mon · 2026-07-06
vs your local +0h
Your time: 14:44 (Mon)
Quick Facts
Entry & Visa
* Information for Japanese passport holders. Other nationalities may differ.
Visa-free for Japanese passport holders (90 days).
Visa
Not required
Max stay
90 days
Passport
6 months
💬 Language
English is official. Setswana widely spoken.
🚆 Transport
Domestic flights to safari lodges. Rental cars for self-drive. Limited public transport.
💳 Payment
Cash and cards. Botswana Pula. Safari lodges are all-inclusive.
📋 Travel Basics
Semi-arid climate. High-value, low-impact tourism policy. Okavango Delta is a UNESCO site. Premium pricing keeps crowds low.
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✓ Last checked: 2026-07-06Source last updated: 2026-06-01
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