The best months to visit Maun are May – Oct. Dry season, best wildlife viewing.
Quick facts
Currency BWP (Pula) 1 USD ≈ 13 BWP. Cards at lodges, cash elsewhere
Language English / Setswana English widely spoken in tourism
Timezone CAT (UTC+2) No DST observed
Best Months May – Oct Dry season, best wildlife viewing
Daily Budget ~$40–70 USD Budget camping to mid-range lodge
Visa Visa-free (many) Most Commonwealth & EU citizens 90 days
When to go
Gateway to the Okavango Delta, with mokoro canoe trips, scenic bush flights, basket-weaving villages, and budget safari adventures in Botswana's wild north.
Getting Around in Maun
- Maun is small enough to walk between central areas, and the main strip is along Tsheko-Tsheko Road
- Combis (shared minibuses) run to Shorobe and nearby villages from the bus rank for 10–20 BWP
- Car hire is available but 4x4 is essential for any travel beyond paved roads, with rental from $60/day
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Maun travel guide.
Timezone: CAT (UTC+2) (No DST observed)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Maun?
The best months to visit Maun are May – Oct (Dry season, best wildlife viewing), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Maun budget breakdown.
