Clients fly into Johannesburg International (South Africa) from where they get a connecting flight to Vic Falls (Zimbabwe) or Air Botswana has a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kasane every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

From Vic Falls a private air charter can be arranged  to Kasane where you will clear customs.  Upon your arrival in Kasane you will be welcomed by our staff and transported to Bottlepan camp by either ground transport (hunting vehicle -  ± 2 hour drive) or a private air charter can be arranged (± 20 minute flight). 

A private air charter can also be arranged from Johannesburg via Francistown (where you will clear customs) to Bottlepan camp.

Each professional hunter has a fully equipped, well maintained four-wheel drive hunting vehicle and vehicles are equipped with two-way radios.  All vehicles include comprehensive first aid kits and tools to carry out field repairs.

Visas, Passports & Customs

Customs clearance is operative at your port of entry into South Africa and Botswana.  Visitors to Botswana must have a valid passport with at least two blank pages. Entry will not be allowed if less than this. 

Citizens of certain countries are required to obtain visas for entry into Botswana. As the list of such countries changes from time to time it is important to check current visa requirements with your travel consultant.

Hunting Permits & Trophy Licenses

No hunt may take place without valid firearms permits, trophy licenses and hunting cards accompanying the hunting party.

To enable us to to apply for all the necessary hunting permits and licenses our office will need the following information and documentation:

• Clear scanned copy of Passport
• Copy of complete travel itinerary
• Completed safari questionaire

The safari questionaire will be sent to you by our office upon confirmation of your safari.  It is absolutely vital that all the information required in the questionaire are completed fully and accurate - especially the firearms section.

Weather

Botswana boasts a temperate climate with averages varying from 60 - 90oF during the safari season (April to September). Days are generally cloudless and sunny at this time.

We usually receive our rain during the Summer months from November to March.

Language & Currency

English is the official language and Setswana the national language.

The local currency is Pula but US Dollars and Euros are widely accepted.  Personal cheques and credit cards are not accepted by the Outfitter but are welcomed by some charter companies, shops and hotels.  The government levies 12% Value Added Tax on all non-export items, i.e. charters, ground transport, accommodation, etc.

What to Pack

To assist you in planning for your trip, we have prepared this suggested packing list.  It is meant as a guideline only.  Always take your own preference into account when determining what to bring.

      Clothing

• 3 Shirts - dark green
• 3 Pants - dark green
• 3 Pairs of woolen socks
• Personal underwear
• 1 Sweater - dark green
• 1 Warm / weather proof jacket - dark green
• 1 Pair of running shoes to wear in camp
• 1 Pair of comfortable well worn walking boots (soft soles)
• 1 Hat / 1 Baseball cap - dark green

Bush clothes should be loose, comfortable and sturdy.  Khakis, twills and denims work well.  Delicate fabrics are not recommended.  Laundry is done daily and flat irons with live coals are used for ironing.  Please remember that there is a very efficient daily laundry service.

      Toiletries & Sundries

• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Skin Moisturizer
• Personal medication
• Binoculars
• Camera equipment
• Flash light
• 220 V to 110 V converter for camera, etc.

Note:   Plastic Zip Lock Bags are an ideal way of storing and protecting toiletries and equipment.

Medical

Botswana is a malaria area and precautions must be taken throughout the year.

We recommend you consult your physician prior to departure for health regulations & immunisation requirements.

Although camps and safari vehicles have comprehensive medical kits, bring along any special medication you may need.

Medical + Security Evacuation Services:

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The life-saving value of these services can’t be overstated.  If you become ill or injured while traveling and require inpatient hospitalization, Global Rescue will come get you, by any means necessary and evacuate you to your home country hospital of choice.

Their Field Rescue teams deploy worldwide to the most remote regions, regularly saving lives. 

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