Best time to visit Botswana

The best time to visit Botswana is Shoulder (Oct–Nov) or Green season (Dec–Mar), based on recorded weather, crowd and price levels. 3 seasons are compared below with their weather, crowds and prices so you can choose dates that suit your trip.

How we calculate costs

Dry season
May – September
Cool nights, concentrated wildlife, delta flood at its peak.
Crowds: high
Prices: high
Shoulder
October – November
Very hot before the rains; excellent predator sightings.
Crowds: medium
Prices: medium
Green season
December – March
Rain, newborn animals and migrant birds; some tracks impassable.
Crowds: low
Prices: low

Botswana best time to visit FAQ

What is the cheapest time to visit Botswana?

Prices in Botswana are recorded as lowest during Green season (Dec–Mar).

When is Botswana least crowded?

Crowds in Botswana are recorded as lowest during Green season (Dec–Mar).

When is peak season in Botswana?

Peak crowds or prices in Botswana are recorded during Dry season (May–Sep).