💧 Tap Water
It’s generally unsafe to drink tap water in Botswana as the water is highly chlorinated. We recommend you to take bottled water everywhere, especially outside urban areas.
💰 Tipping
Like most other countries, tipping in Botswana is not mandatory but expected. You can leave a gratuity of 10% of your total bill, depending on the quality of service received.
🈯 Language
English is the official language spoken in Botswana, and Setswana is known as the national language. 20 other languages are also spoken here.
💸 Cash
Pula (P) is the national currency used in Botswana. Foreign currencies, including US dollars, Pounds Sterling, Euro, and South African Rands are also used. You can easily change the currency at banks, hotels, and exchange houses. MasterCard and Visa are also accepted.
👗 Dress
Causal style is popular in Botswana. Light neutral colors are preferred. Also, remember that wearing military or camouflage clothing is illegal in Botswana.
🌐 Wi-Fi
You’ll find free public Wi-Fi at airports, malls, restaurants, and hotels.
🔌 Adaptors
You’ll find two plug types of D and G in Botswana. The former is a triangular plug type with three round pins, and the latter enjoys a triangular pattern with three rectangular pins. All appliances run on 230V.
👮 Safety
Botswana is one of the safest countries in Africa and the 30th safest in the world. Petty crime is the only risk you may face here.