Reading

Books, articles and websites for travellers to Botswana

The Africa Guide provides news, up-to-date information about exchange rates, health requirements, weather conditions, music, a map of Botswana and current travel warnings. There are links to Botswana and Africa news services, too.

The Republic of Botswana's official website offers travel information, news bulletins and an introduction to the country and economy.

The National Geographic cyber safari allows you to 'track cheetahs, pangolins, lechwe, and other wild wonders through the untamed habitat of Botswana’s Okavango Delta'.

Richard D. Estes' book, The Safari Companion: A Guide to Watching African Mammals, is a popular work explaining the bahaviour of many of the mammals visitors see on safari in southern and East Africa. Reading this book will enhance your enjoyment - and allow you to amaze your guide!

Christopher Munnion writes about elephant safaris in The Telegraph, 31 March, 2001. (Compare our price.)

Jamie Doward reports on his visit to Chobe National Park, the Kalahari Desert and the Okavango Delta in The Observer, 2 September, 2001.