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Best time to visit Okavango Delta

Botswana

The best months to visit Okavango Delta are Jun – Oct. Comfortable temperatures, lower crowds.

Quick facts

💰 Currency BWP (Pula) Cards accepted in tourist areas
🗣 Language English / Setswana English in tourist areas
🕐 Timezone CAT (UTC+2) No DST
☀️ Best Months Jun – Oct Comfortable temperatures, lower crowds
🎒 Daily Budget ~$100–500 USD Budget to mid-range
🛂 Visa Visa-free 90 days Check requirements for your nationality

When to go

Africa's last great wilderness: a vast inland delta where crystal-clear channels wind through papyrus islands teeming with elephants, lions, and leopards.

Getting Around in Okavango Delta

  • Shared transport or guided tours are the most practical options
  • Download offline maps before arriving, as mobile data coverage can be patchy in remote areas
  • Negotiate transport prices before departure or use metered taxis and ride-hailing apps

For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Okavango Delta travel guide.

Timezone: CAT (UTC+2) (No DST)

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Okavango Delta?

The best months to visit Okavango Delta are Jun – Oct (Comfortable temperatures, lower crowds), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Okavango Delta budget breakdown.

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See the full Okavango Delta guide