Republic of Botswana, is a land-locked country of southern Africa, surrounded by neighbors South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. It is one of the most prosperous countries in Africa where the economy is fueled by its robust tourism and large scale diamond mining. It also has the longest uninterrupted democracy in the history of the continent. Botswana's landscape is dominated by the vast Kalahari Desert, home of the indigenous people of San Bushmen for over 20,000 years.

Apart from being the largest producer of diamonds in the world (it is aptly called the Gem of Africa), Botswana is also famous for its safaris. The country has diverse areas of wildlife habitat. It is home to the world's largest inland delta, the Okavango Delta, which can be seen from outer space. The main safari destinations for tourism are the Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta, and the Chobe National Park.

The Okavango Delta environment has many different animal populations, such as crocodile, elephant, hippopotamus, giraffe, lion, leopard, cheetah, hyenas, antelope, rhinoceros, buffalo, and the endangered wild dogs, as well as other common mammals and hundreds of bird species. The best time for game viewing in the delta is during the May-October period. For bird watching, it is in the rainy season since migratory birds are returning because the plants are blooming. Safari by the water in a mokoro, a dug out canoe, is the best way to appreciate the waterways of Okavango. Game viewing on a vehicle is used on land, as well as walking safaris.

In Chobe National Park, Botswana's first national park, is where the largest elephant herds in the world are to be found. These elephants have the largest body size of all living elephants. Lion, leopard and buffalo are also residents of the park.

To experience the Botswana safari, a traveler can get in to the country by plane in Gaborone, the country's capital or Maun. Flights are coming from Johannesburg since there are no international flights aside from South Africa and Zimbabwe. By land, all road access is good and the primary roads within Botswana are well maintained.

When taking the Botswana safari, it is advisable to have the national currency handy, which is called the pula, and also means rain. Before taking the trip it is also a must to visit a doctor for malaria precautions. A well planned adventure is required if one wants to get the best out of the Botswana safari.