{"id":19252,"date":"2019-02-07T10:48:25","date_gmt":"2019-02-07T09:48:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=19252"},"modified":"2019-08-06T12:14:42","modified_gmt":"2019-08-06T11:14:42","slug":"botswana-vs-tanzania-safaris","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/botswana-vs-tanzania-safaris\/","title":{"rendered":"Botswana Vs. Tanzania Safaris: How to Choose"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Imagine how great life would be if planning your next tour was as easy as throwing a dart at a world map, without giving it a second thought. If you are, in fact, lucky enough (and free-spirited enough!) to book your travels this way; then power to you! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, for the rest of us, research plays a huge part in determining where to go next. The challenge arises when comparing Botswana Vs. Tanzania, as both destinations offer ridiculously thrilling wildlife encounters, but in reality, these two destinations are wildly different in the experiences that they provide. How will you decide between booking a Botswana<\/a> Vs. Tanzania<\/a> safari? Read on to find out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get up close and personal with the big cats on a safari tour | \u00a9 Niedblog.de\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/td>Botswana<\/td>Tanzania<\/td><\/tr>
Capital City<\/td>Gaborone<\/td>Dodoma<\/td><\/tr>
Must-see spot<\/td>Chobe National Park<\/td>Serengeti National Park<\/td><\/tr>
Population<\/td>2.292 million (2017)<\/td>57.31 million (2017)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n\n\n\n

Botswana<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In Botswana, you can expect to see hundreds of elephants| \u00a9 Caterina Sanders\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Why you need to visit Botswana <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Watching a lion stalk its prey as it wades through the floodplains of Botswana is an indescribable experience. Learning first hand about the history and traditions of the bushmen in the Kalahari, or floating along shallow waters of the Okavango Delta<\/a> on a mokoro \u2013 a traditional canoe \u2013 is a cultural experience you can\u2019t miss. If that wasn’t enough, the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans in the north-eastern part of the country will make you feel like you\u2019re on another planet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diverse and varied landscapes including Chobe National Park<\/a>, Moremi Game Reserve<\/a>, Maun, Savuti, or Kasane, spirited locals with incredible stories to share, and the chance to jump over to Victoria Falls for the day are just a few of the reasons why you should visit Botswana. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to visit Botswana <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With the rainy season known to be between December through March, the best time to visit is from June to October or November. It\u2019s usually around this time when travellers<\/g> descend upon the country, and the dry months are the best time of the year to spot wildlife, especially around watering holes as there\u2019s less water available across the country. Just don\u2019t be surprised if an elephant reaches into your shower block in Botswana to drink directly from the tap! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If budgets restrain you, it is advised that you wait to travel until November when prices drop, and the crowds lessen. Botswana does experience the majority of its rainfall from March to May, so if you have set travel dates over this period, then Botswana might be your best bet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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See Also: <\/em>Best time to visit Botswana<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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What to see and do in Botswana<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n