Getting There Botswana is accessible by tarred road from South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Namibia.
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Entry Formalities Citizens of most European and Common-wealth countries do not require a visa for entry into Botswana.
Importation of Goods Consumer goods may be imported for private use without an import permit, provided they do not exceed the maximum allowable quantities.
What to bring/wear Bring enough to last your stay. In summer, lightweight, lightcoloured cottons are preferable.
Communications Most of Botswana is networked by automatic telephone exchanges, with public telephones in even the most remote places.
Office Hours 7:30 - 12:45 and 13:45 - 16:30
Money The Botswana currency is the Pula (meaning ‘rain’ in Setswana).
General Information Visitors to Botswana have the opportunity to purchase diamond jewellery from authorised dealers.
Health Botswana is one of the healthiest countries in sub-Saharan Africa, with good primary health care facilities available throughout the country.
Shopping There is an increasing range of local arts and crafts on sale in Gaborone, Maun and Kasane and other tourist areas.
Self Drive Camping Embarking on a camping trip in Botswana requires a good deal of planning and preparation.
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