Botswana Self-Drive Accommodated Itineraries
A Botswana self-drive safari gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace, with the reassurance that your route, accommodation and essential arrangements have been planned for you.
Botswana is an exceptional destination for self-drive, particularly for adventurous travellers who enjoy having the freedom to stop when they want, spend more time in places that capture their imagination and experience the country's incredible wildlife and wilderness independently.
Our accommodated Botswana self-drive itineraries are designed as starting points. We can tailor the route, accommodation, length of your trip and experiences to suit you — and you don't have to choose between accommodation and camping. Many self-drive journeys combine comfortable lodges and guesthouses with camping in the wilderness for a more varied Botswana experience.
Browse our accommodated self-drive itineraries below for inspiration.
Self-Drive Botswana Explorer
13 days | Accommodated Safari from $6,500 per person
Self-Drive Botswana: Wildlife Wonderland
15 days | Accommodated Safari from $7,800 per person
Family Self-Drive Botswana: Wildlife Wonderland
15 days | Accommodated Safari from $5,360 per Adult and $4,380 per Child
Why Choose a Botswana Self-Drive Safari?
Botswana's remote wilderness makes self-drive particularly rewarding. You can explore wildlife areas independently, take your time between destinations and experience the landscape at your own pace.
But self-driving in Botswana also requires careful planning. Routes, driving distances, road conditions, vehicle choice and accommodation all need to work together.
That's where our experience can help.
If you're new to self-drive travel, our Self-Drive Safaris guide explains more about what it's like to drive yourself through Southern Africa, including what to consider when choosing a vehicle, route and accommodation.
Accommodation, Camping or a Mix of Both?
Choosing an accommodated self-drive itinerary doesn't mean you have to stay in lodges every night.
Some travellers prefer comfortable accommodation throughout their trip. Others want to experience the adventure of camping in the wilderness for a few nights. Many enjoy a combination of both — perhaps camping in one area and staying in a lodge or safari camp in another.
We can mix and match the options to create the right balance for you.
Take a look at our Botswana Self-Drive Camping itineraries if you'd like to include more camping in your journey.
Self-Drive with the Support of a Specialist
Although you're driving yourself, you don't have to plan the journey alone.
We've completed numerous self-drive journeys through Botswana ourselves, so we understand the realities of travelling its remote roads and tracks. From planning realistic driving distances and choosing the right routes to knowing which wildlife areas are worth spending extra time in, our firsthand experience helps us create self-drive itineraries that work in practice, not just on a map.
We'll help you choose a realistic route, suitable vehicle and accommodation, and incorporate the safari experiences and destinations that matter most to you.
Our TravelKey offline app keeps your itinerary and important travel information accessible while you're on the road, while our trusted local partners and 24/7 in-country emergency support give you extra reassurance when travelling through remote areas.
You can start with one of the journeys above and adjust it to suit you — whether that's adding camping, upgrading accommodation, extending your trip or taking a different route.
Ready to Explore Botswana Your Way?
Tell us how you'd like to experience Botswana, how much time you have and whether you'd prefer accommodation, camping or a combination of both.
We'll help you create a self-drive safari that works for you.
