1. Destination Highlights
Discover Botswana
© Nick Dixon
Destination Highlights

2. Botswana Today Peaceful transition to independence in 1966
Politically and economically stable
Ranked 2nd safest country in Africa (just below Mauritius)
Committed to conservation of environment, wildlife, and cultural heritage
Well managed and growing mineral-based economy actively seeking economic diversification
Tourism sector is nation’s 2nd largest economic contributor – 13.9% of GDP

3. Tourism Policy
“To obtain, on a sustainable basis, the greatest possible net social and economic benefits for Batswana from their tourism resources; scenic beauty, wildlife and unique ecological, geological and cultural characteristics”
The Government of Botswana provides enabling environment for tourism growth and business-friendly regulatory regime
Ministry of Environment, Wildlife and Tourism develops sustainable tourism policy and infrastructure
Tourism infrastructure in Botswana is private- sector driven, allowing business owners to take risks and engage in joint ventures
Botswana Tourism Board, operational since 2006, positions and upholds Botswana as an exemplary and sustainable tourism destination

4. Tourism Infrastructure
Approx. 10,000 beds
Lodging graded to international standards
Over 150 campsites able to accommodate more than 6400 people daily
Excellent road network around perimeter
Excellent meeting/ conference facilities in Gaborone, Kasane

5. Botswana’s Appeal to Tourists?
Low Volume, Low Impact…the norm, not the exception
Diversity of Safari Experiences
Over 38% land protected for nature and wildlife
Iconic Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park… and much more…
Remote, Pristine, Wild
Authentic African Safari Experience 5

6. Be-Spoke Holiday Packages Offered
Honeymoon tours
Safari Tours
Sports & adventure Tours
Luxury
Cultural tours
Diamond mine tours etc
Heritage Tours
Events tours

7. What’s New? No trophy hunting beginning January 2014
Okavango Delta Awards
Seven Natural Wonders of Africa
WTTC Destination Stewardship
1000 UNESCO Heritage Site
New cultural and nature tourism product in East, Southwest
Botswana Tourism Eco-Certification Program lodgings to date
New Clarins Spa at Mowana Safari Lodge in Kasane

8. Getting to Botswana
Most flights around the world via Johannesburg (South Africa) or via Nairobi (Kenya Airways) via Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines).
Same day connections to Botswana on South Africa Express (SAE) or Air Botswana (AB) flight Regional routes :
SA Airlink: daily JNB to Maun, Kasane and Gaborone
Air Botswana daily to Maun &
3 x a week to Kasane
Cape Town to Maun

9. The Face of Botswana Tourism Today
The Industry is Committed to…
Social Responsibility & Community Involvement
Conservation & Sustainable Development
Service Excellence
Knowledgeable and Caring Workforce
Intimate & Authentic Traveler Experiences
Courtesy of Wilderness Safaris
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10. Tel: +267 3913111 Fax: +267 3959455 www.botswanatourism.co.bw
Thank you Re a leboga
Obenne Mbaakanyi
Botswana Tourism
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