It is imperative that you obtain malaria prophylactics before entering Botswana. When purchasing these, please tell your doctor or pharmacist that you intend visiting Botswana. Start your course at least 24 hours before entering Botswana and continue taking the pills for 6 weeks after leaving the country. If you suffer from side effects, try taking your malaria prophylactics at night, after dinner as this usually minimises the effect of the symptoms. Any person entering Botswana from or via a yellow fever infected area must be in possession of a valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever.
Tetanus immunisation is recommended.
Travellers should be aware that there is a presence of bilharzia and sleeping sickness. WHAT TO PACK Generally, casual comfortable clothing is suitable throughout the year. It is best to pack hardy, durable clothing. If you are travelling with an organised safari, it is important to check what your weight limit is. Links Please contact the webmaster if any area of this site is not responding.