2025 Boteti Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

Embark on a first-time journey to Zimbabwe and other captivating countries with this curated guide! From a Boma barbecue feast to a seafood extravaganza at JETTY1905, and a German-style pork knuckle at Joe's Beer House, the culinary journey is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Explore the majestic Victoria Falls, embark on thrilling adventures in a small plane and 4x4 vehicle through the Okavango Delta, and experience the exhilarating water and land safaris in Chobe National Park. Don't miss the chance to encounter marine life in Walvis Bay and uncover the mysteries of the Himba tribe! -- Zimbabwe, located in southeastern Africa, boasts the Great Zimbabwe National Monument and the spectacular Victoria Falls💦. With a rich history, stunning natural landscapes, and known as the "Land of Crocodiles"🐊, a multi-country tour here is an experience not to be missed! -- 🛫Itinerary: D1: Depart from Beijing/Chengdu/Shanghai/Guangzhou and fly to Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. D2-D7: Begin your Namibian adventure with a visit to the National Museum, experience a safari at the OKAPUKA Private Game Reserve, witness breathtaking sunsets and starry nights in the Sossusvlei Desert, visit the Himba tribe, and savor a delicious seafood meal at JETTY1905. D8-D10: Fly to Victoria Falls Town in Zimbabwe, marvel at the magnificent Victoria Falls from both the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides, and explore Chobe National Park. D11-D13: Journey to the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and Maun in Botswana, explore the Okavango Delta, and immerse yourself in the beauty of this African wildlife Eden. D14: Fly from Maun back to Addis Ababa. D15: Conclude your African adventure and return to Beijing/Chengdu/Shanghai/Guangzhou. -- Must-See Attractions: Victoria Falls 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: Mosi-o-tunya Road, Livingstone, Zambia ⏰Opening Hours: 06:00-18:00 🕰️Duration: 2-4 hrs As one of the world's three largest waterfalls, Victoria Falls boasts a wide expanse of water cascading hundreds of meters, creating the breathtaking Devil's Cataract. This awe-inspiring location also served as inspiration for "The Lion King: Mufasa's Legend," with the scene of Mufasa being swept away taking place right here! Deadvlei 🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: near Sousselvlei, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park, Namibia ⏰Opening Hours: All day 🕰️Duration: 2-3 hrs Deadvlei is a magical landscape in the desert, where sparse dead trees dot the white salt pan, creating a hauntingly beautiful scene. Chobe National Park 🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: Botswana ⏰Opening Hours: All day 🕰️Duration: 1 d This is a watering hole for African elephant herds, offering a unique opportunity to observe them up close. The park's serene natural beauty is also captivating. -- Travel Essentials:🧳 📞 SIM card + adapter: Stay connected and keep your devices charged throughout your multi-country journey. 🪪 Passport + visa: Ensure your passport and driver's license are ready, and obtain your visa in advance for a hassle-free trip. 👕 Clothing: March offers pleasant weather, so pack light clothing, but don't forget sunscreen and mosquito repellent. 🔋 Charger + power bank: Keep your electronic devices powered up throughout your travels. -- 🌟Embark on this multi-country adventure and create unforgettable memories! Zimbabwe awaits your return, and don't forget to share your travel stories!🌟

Embark on a 15-day adventure through Namibia and neighboring countries with this comprehensive guide! Savor the flavors of Zimbabwean BOMA African barbecue, enjoy a scenic meal at the Baines Restaurant in Victoria Falls, and indulge in the unique pork knuckle in Windhoek. Visit the Himba people, explore the Chobe River, enjoy an oyster lunch on a Walvis Bay cruise, and uncover the mysteries of Dune 45 and Deadvlei. This itinerary is packed with excitement and unforgettable experiences! -------------------- Namibia, located in southwestern Africa, is known as a strategic metal reserve. With its vast deserts🏜️, stunning sunsets🌅, and rich history, it's a must-see destination on any multi-country African tour! -------------------- 🛫Itinerary: Day 1: Depart from Guangzhou, looking forward to the African adventure! Days 2-3: Arrive in Windhoek, Namibia, and experience the charm of the African continent. Visit the OKAPUKA Ranch and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Africa. Days 4-5: Journey to Sossusvlei and explore the iconic Dune 45 and Deadvlei. Afterward, head to Swakopmund and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of this coastal city. Day 6: Embark on a boat trip in Walvis Bay, savor a fresh oyster lunch on board, and witness the vastness of the African ocean. Day 7: Visit the Himba people and learn about their unique culture. Return to Windhoek and enjoy a delicious pork knuckle meal at JOE'S BEERHOUSE. Days 8-10: Travel to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and marvel at the magnificent Victoria Falls. Enjoy a scenic meal overlooking the falls at the Baines Restaurant. Afterward, explore Livingstone, Zambia, and then head to Chobe National Park in Botswana for a wildlife safari adventure. Days 11-13: Cross the Makgadikgadi Pan and arrive in Maun. Embark on an expedition into the Okavango Delta and experience the unique charm of the African wetlands. Days 14-15: Return from Maun to Addis Ababa, concluding the exciting African journey. Take your flight back to Guangzhou. -------------------- Recommended Attractions: 🌟 Victoria Falls - Straddling the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, experience the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, one of the three largest waterfalls in the world! With a drop of over 100 meters and an immense volume of water, the "Devil's Cataract" lives up to its name. It also served as inspiration for "The Lion King: Mufasa's Legend." Come and experience the magical scenes from the movie! 🌵 Deadvlei - Discover the extraordinary sights of Deadvlei in the heart of the desert! The white clay pan dotted with ancient, skeletal trees creates a surreal landscape. Immerse yourself in the mystery and tranquility of nature and capture stunning photos at this unique location! 🐘 Chobe National Park - Want to get up close and personal with African elephants? This is the place to be! Chobe National Park is home to a large population of elephants and offers a serene natural setting. Listen to the sounds of nature and witness the magic of African wildlife! -------------------- Tips: * Food Recommendations: Zimbabwean BOMA African barbecue🍖, a scenic meal at the Baines Restaurant in Victoria Falls🌊, the unique pork knuckle at JOE'S BEERHOUSE in Windhoek🍖, and a delicious oyster lunch on a boat trip in Walvis Bay, Namibia🦪! * Time Difference: Namibia is 6 hours behind Beijing time. Adjust your schedule accordingly to enjoy your trip🕰️. * Airport Transportation: From the airport to the city center, you can choose a taxi🚕 or pre-book a private car service for convenient and safe transportation. -------------------- A multi-country tour of Namibia and its neighbors offers a diverse range of experiences, enriching your journey and making it truly unforgettable!🌟

Travelers! Explore Namibia and other countries. Don't miss the museum tour! A 15-day tour guide is here to take you to experience the unique historical and cultural atmosphere! -------------------- 🛫 Itinerary: DAY1: Start your journey in Guangzhou🌆 DAY2-3: Depart from Guangzhou, cross Addis Ababa, arrive in Windhoek, and then head to OKAPUKA🌍 DAY4-7: Explore Namibia in depth, from OKAPUKA to Sossusvlei, and then to Swakopmund, visit Walvis Bay and the mysterious Himba tribe🏞️ DAY8-11: Head to Victoria Falls City, experience the spectacular waterfall, then head to Livingstone and Chobe National Park, and finally arrive at Makgadikgadi Salt Pan🌊 DAY12-13: Explore the natural beauty of the Okavango Delta, then return to Maun🌿 DAY14-15: Return from Maun to Addis Ababa, end your wonderful African journey, and return to Guangzhou🛬 -------------------- Travel tips: 1. 🕒Time difference: Namibia is 6 hours behind Beijing time. Remember to adjust the time difference. 2. 🎁Souvenirs: Handicrafts and local jewelry are good choices, but remember to compare prices before buying. 3. 📇Visa: For multi-country tours, visas must be applied for in advance. Don't forget to prepare the required materials. 4. 🍴Food: Be sure to try the local specialties to let your taste buds travel too! -------------------- 🌟Don't forget to like and collect, take this guide, and start your adventure in Namibia and other countries!

🦩 Makgadikgadi Salt Pans is one of the largest salt pans in the world, located in north-central Botswana, covering almost the entire Makgadikgadi Basin. This vast salt pan is not only one of Botswana's most unique natural landscapes but is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This mysterious white salt pan, with its desolate beauty, attracts thousands of visitors.🌄 👍 Recommended Reasons 🌅 Unique Natural Landscape: The vastness and silence of Makgadikgadi Salt Pans are breathtaking, especially after the rainy season when the salt pans become a paradise for birds, with flocks of flamingos, cranes, and other water birds gathering here, creating a moving natural picture. 🐾 Wildlife Paradise: In addition to birds, the area around the salt pans is also home to a variety of wildlife, such as wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes. Especially during the rainy season, animals gather in the marshes to drink and forage, making it a great place to observe wildlife. 🌙 Starry Sky and Horizon: The open space of the salt pans makes it an excellent place for stargazing. After nightfall, the vast sky and the extremely clear starry sky make you feel as if you are in another world. 🏜️ Activities and Experiences • Flamingo Watching: Every rainy season (approximately from November to April), flocks of flamingos gather in the salt pan area, making it an ideal place for birdwatchers. • Wildlife Watching: The area around the salt pans is also a great place for wildlife watching. Zebras, antelopes, wild dogs, and other animals often appear here, especially during the wet season. • Desert Adventure: Another charm of the salt pans lies in its vast desert landscape. You can choose desert adventures, including crossing the salt pans in a four-wheel-drive off-road vehicle, to experience its desolation and mystery. • Hiking and Cycling: For adventurous travelers, Makgadikgadi Salt Pans offers hiking and cycling opportunities, allowing you to enjoy close contact with nature on the tranquil salt pans. • Night Camping: There are dedicated campsites around the salt pans, where you can camp under the starry sky at night and experience the magical fusion of the salt pans and the vast starry sky. 🚗 Transportation Guide • Self-driving: Driving from Gaborone, the capital of Botswana, is the best way to get to Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. It takes about 5 to 6 hours. The scenery along the way is also very charming, and you can stop to take photos. • Small Plane: If you want to save time, you can choose to take a small plane from Gaborone or other cities directly to the airport near the salt pans. Flying allows you to overlook the magnificent scenery of the salt pans from the air. • Four-wheel Drive: Due to the hardened ground of the salt pans, it is more suitable for four-wheel-drive off-road vehicles, so participating in four-wheel-drive outdoor adventure activities here is the most suitable. 💡 Tips & Precautions 1. Prepare Sufficient Water and Food: Due to the desolate and dry climate of the salt pan area, make sure to carry enough water and food, especially during long outdoor activities. 2. Wear Appropriate Clothing: If you plan to hike or cycle, wearing comfortable clothing and suitable shoes is very important, especially heat-resistant and sand-proof clothing. 3. Safety Precautions: When engaging in activities in areas where wildlife gathers, be sure to follow local safety guidelines and keep a distance to ensure the safety of yourself and the animals. 4. Best Visiting Time: If you are a bird lover or want to witness wildlife migration, the rainy season is the best time. But in the dry season, the desolate scenery of the salt pans also has its unique charm. 🌟 Conclusion Makgadikgadi Salt Pans is one of Botswana's most distinctive natural wonders. Whether you love wilderness adventures, photography, or wildlife observation, this place will give you an unforgettable experience.🌍✨ If you are traveling in Botswana, take a moment to stop here and feel the endless charm of this magnificent nature.

New multi-country tour! Start in Ethiopia and enjoy a 15-day tour of multiple African countries. Experience exotic customs and explore with us! -------- 🗺️ Itinerary: DAY 1: Departure from Beijing DAY 2–3: Beijing✈️Addis Ababa, then head to Victoria Falls to experience the magnificent waterfall🌊 DAY 4–6: Depart from Victoria Falls, pass through Livingstone and Chobe, and finally arrive at Makgadikgadi Salt Pans to explore the mysteries of nature🚗 DAY 7–9: Depart from Maun, head to Ghanzi, then to Windhoek to experience African customs🌍 DAY 10–13: Tour Windhoek, then head to Swakopmund and Sossusvlei to experience the unique charm of Africa🏜️ DAY 14–15: Windhoek✈️Return to Addis Ababa, then return to Beijing to end your African adventure🛫 -------- Travel tips: 🛍️ Compare prices of specialties. Handicrafts are unique, so don't rush to buy them. 🚗 Plan airport transportation in advance. Taxis need to be bargained, and public transportation is also good! 🍽️ Try local specialties. The taste is unique, and don't forget to try street food! 📌 Learn about tipping culture to avoid embarrassment and respect local customs. 💡 Pay attention to the time when visiting attractions. Some need to be arranged in advance, so don't miss out! 👌 Prepare more change for easy payment and avoid the hassle of change. 📸 Choose a good view for photos. Both people and scenery are suitable for leaving good memories! -------- Travel through Ethiopia and more. Every step is a scenery, and every moment is worth remembering. Looking forward to your next exploration! 🌍✨

It’s time to meet up with old friends and travel to Zimbabwe and other countries! Panoramic views of Namibia, waterfall viewing in both countries, and exploration of Botswana are all an easy itinerary that even seniors can enjoy. / Zimbabwe, the birthplace of ancient civilization, has magnificent natural features such as the Great Rock Wall and Victoria Falls🌄. Experience the customs of the Shona people and explore the art of African stone architecture. Travel to multiple countries and experience the unique charm of Africa! / 🌍Itinerary: Day 1: Depart from Beijing/Chengdu/Shanghai/Guangzhou and transfer to Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. Day 2-7: In-depth tour of Namibia, including Windhoek, OKAPUKA, Sossusvlei, Swakomund and other places, experience German-style pork knuckle dinner, Safari, the wonders of Death Valley, sea cruise and Himba red clay tribe. Days 8-10: Head to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls, then to Livingstone in Zambia, and finally to Chobe National Park in Botswana. Days 11-13: Explore the Makgadikgadi Salt Flats and Okavango Delta, track birds and explore the Eden of African wildlife. Days 14-15: Depart from Maun and return to the starting point, ending the multi-country tour in Africa. / Must-haves before traveling: 📖 Passport and visa: When traveling abroad, your passport and visa are the most important things, so don’t forget to apply for them in advance! 🔌 Plug converter: Foreign plugs have different voltages, so bring a converter to ensure normal charging of the device. 👕 Comfortable clothing: According to the seasonal climate in November, prepare light and breathable clothing to make traveling more comfortable. 📱 Phone cards and data: Buy a local phone card, which is convenient for surfing the Internet and making contacts. Don’t let yourself lose contact! 💊 Always have medicines: Bring some common medicines just in case. Health is the basis of travel. 🎒 Carry-on backpack: A suitable backpack, pack your necessities, and set off for adventure easily! / Like and save to avoid getting lost, follow me to travel to Zimbabwe and other countries, and start your African adventure!

🏜🏕 Experience the lifestyle of early explorers by sleeping in a camping tent in the Okavango Delta. 🦁 Get up close to Botswana's diverse wildlife through off-road vehicles, hiking, and canoeing. ✈ Take a light aircraft to get a bird's-eye view of the Okavango Delta and Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. 🚀 Embark on an exhilarating driving adventure in the Baobab Desert, searching for the 'Lost Land' mentioned by the indigenous people. 🏞 Follow the Bushmen across the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and learn their survival skills. 🦊 Witness the adorable meerkats playing with humans and get up close and personal with them. － Okavango Delta 🌿 The Okavango Delta, the largest inland delta on Earth, has long been regarded as one of the best-preserved areas of pristine ecology on the planet. 🦁 It is home to tens of thousands of flora and fauna, including lions, cheetahs, black rhinos, white rhinos, elephants, buffaloes, and zebras. ✈ The best way to appreciate this wild land is to take a small plane and stay in a luxury camp. － Makgadikgadi Salt Pans 🏞 The Makgadikgadi Salt Pans feel like stepping into another continent, home to the world's remaining 8,000 striped hyenas and adorable meerkats. 🌅 Drive an ATV across the salt pans and camp under the vast desert starry sky to experience the raw power of nature. 🐾 In this unique desert climate, you will encounter endless wonders, thrills, and excitement! － － Recommended Itinerary: 📅 Day 1: Arrive in Maun and enter the Okavango Delta. 🏍 Days 2/3/4/5: Safari in the Okavango Delta, tracking various wildlife and getting close to nature. 🛩 Day 6: Fly by light aircraft to the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans to start a new adventure. 🏞 Day 7: Full-day safari in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, exploring the pans on foot. 🏍 Days 8/9/10: Drive an ATV across the desert, marveling at the desert's wonders. 🌅 Day 11: End of the journey. Embark on an adventure to experience the charm of nature and leave with unforgettable memories! 🌟 － [About Us - Middle East and Africa Custom Tours] ① Professional Africa Customization Experts Our experienced team has lived in various parts of Africa for many years, deeply understanding the destinations. ② Guaranteed Support Before, During, and After the Trip 24-hour online service to resolve any issues promptly. ③ One-Stop Worry-Free Service We handle everything from flights, hotels, visas, activities, and transportation for you.