Backpacking or traveling in Botswana?

• Botswana boasts one of Africa's finest natural treasures with the game parks of the Okavango Delta! The country offers a remote, serene atmosphere that is ideal for adventurers and nature lovers. Wildlife safaris are the biggest draw here, where you get to interact with some of the world's most iconic animals.
• It's not a very easy country to travel in if you don't have your own car, but don't let that stop you!
• Activity spotting: going on safari in Chobe National Park; exploring the Okavango Delta; visiting the Makgadikgadi salt pans; hiking safari in Moremi Game Reserve; cultural tours to the San communities; discovering rock paintings in the Tsodilo Hills; stargazing on the salt pans; visiting Nxai Pan National Park. 
• Animal spotting: of course that's what you go to Botswana for! It is one of the best places in the world to spot wild animals in their natural habitat. You can spot elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, hippos, giraffes, wild dogs, hyenas, antelopes (including kudu and impala), osprey, spoonbills, pelicans, African bald eagle, Nile crocodile, yellow-throated dragon, bullfrog, among others. 
• Food spotting: seswaa (stewed meat, usually with corn porridge), porridge (cornmeal porridge), morogo (wild spinach), fat cake (fried bread), braai (BBQ), mopane worms (delicacy for the adventurous eater ;)), gem squash (popular vegetable). 

Studying in Botswana?

• Botswana offers solid educational opportunities, especially in environmental studies, development and medical studies. The University of Botswana in Gaborone is the largest and most prestigious university in the country. Higher education in Botswana has developed significantly, with English as the primary language of instruction.
• Environmental science, health care, engineering and development economics are popular studies.
• Study cities: Gaborone, Francistown, Maun. 
• Language: English. 

Internship in Botswana?

• There are several opportunities for internships in Botswana, especially in the fields of conservation, international development and health care. Well-known natural areas such as the Okavango Delta offer opportunities for work in ecotourism and environmental research.
• Competencies: knowledge of conservation and sustainability, professional English, intercultural communication, working with local communities and international organizations. 

Volunteer in Botswana?

• There are a huge number of options for volunteering in Botswana. The work often revolves around conservation and community development. Examples include working in game reserves, with wildlife, at local schools or health projects. Most options focus on endangered species conservation or helping local communities.

Working in Botswana?

• Foreigners often find work in tourism, conservation, health care and education. There are also opportunities in the mining industry, one of the most important sectors of the economy. You can usually find work in larger cities such as Gaborone, Maun and Francistown.

Working as a digital nomad in Botswana?

• Although Botswana is not known as a hotspot for digital nomads, there are opportunities to work remotely and combine it with many adventurous activities. Not wrong right?
• However, reliable Internet connections are more limited outside the major cities.
• Favorite locations: Gaborone and Maun. 

Living in Botswana?

• Living in the land of elephants, among wildlife, with the convenience of the English language and at a friendly price. Botswana is becoming an increasingly popular expat country, and for good reason! 
• It is also a pretty safe country, but be aware that due to the large difference between rich and poor, petty crime does occur.
• For families with children there are international schools available, especially in Gaborone. 
• The official language is English, but if you also want to make friends in the remote areas (or just be polite and able to communicate), make sure you know some words of Setswana as well. 
• Climate: Botswana has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild winters. The dry seasons are ideal for wildlife safaris, while the rainy seasons transform the country into a green oasis.
• Culture: The colorful culture is one of the best things about living in Botswana. As such, locals are very proud of it. Furthermore, locals are incredibly friendly and helpful. 
• Health insurance: public health care is not always of sufficient quality in remote places. Private care and medical evacuation can be expensive, so make sure you have your own well-covered health insurance.

Stories, tips and experiences from Botswana