7 days in Botswana Itinerary

Listed as a World Heritage Site, Okavango Delta represents a sanctuary for a rich and diverse animal and plant life, which continues to attract swarms of tourists, adventurers, and nature lovers.

When in Okavango Delta, make a side trip to see Okavango River in Maun, approximately Maun away. Spend the 17th (Fri) in the pleasant surroundings of Moremi Wildlife Reserve. Spend the 16th (Thu) in the pleasant surroundings of NG/32 Okavango Kopano Mokoro Community Trust.

To see maps, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Okavango Delta trip itinerary maker.

Gaborone to Okavango Delta is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also take a bus; or drive. Traveling from Gaborone in December, you will find days in Okavango Delta are slightly colder (39°C), and nights are much colder (24°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Makgadikgadi Pans National Park.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sun): stroll through Makgadikgadi Pans National Park.

For photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park itinerary planning site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Okavango Delta to Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Serowe.

Serowe is a town in Botswana's Central District. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Mon): get engrossed in the history at Khama III Memorial Museum and then stroll through Khama Rhino Sanctuary.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Serowe trip builder site.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Makgadikgadi Pans National Park to Serowe. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Gaborone.

Planned as the capital after Botswana gained independence in the 1960s, Gaborone quickly transformed into a bustling city and the country's commercial center.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): stroll through Mokolodi Nature Reserve and then soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers. On the 22nd (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the spiritual surroundings of Sri Balaji Temple, stop by Botswanacraft, then appreciate the history behind Three Chiefs' Statues, and finally ponder the world of politics at National Assembly Building.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Gaborone road trip planner.

Getting from Serowe to Gaborone by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of car and train. In December in Gaborone, expect temperatures between 44°C during the day and 44°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can travel back home.