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Transport

Car Rental Companies

Standard Car Rentals

Avis Botswana

Services:

  • Economy cars
  • SUVs
  • vans
  • luxury vehicles

Locations:

  • Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (Gaborone)
  • Maun International Airport
  • Francistown Airport

Features:

  • 24/7 roadside assistance
  • Online booking
  • Flexible rental terms
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Europcar Botswana

Services:

  • Compact cars
  • SUVs
  • family-friendly vehicles

Locations:

  • Gaborone CBD
  • Maun Airport
  • Kasane Airport

Features:

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Airport pick-up/drop-off
  • Child seats on request
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Budget Botswana

Services:

  • Budget-friendly cars
  • minivans
  • intermediate vehicles

Locations:

  • 6 locations nationwide, including Gaborone and Francistown

Features:

  • Member discounts
  • Free upgrades (subject to availability)
  • No hidden fees
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4x4 Rentals with Camping Equipment

Car Rental Drives
Fully equipped 4x4 vehicles (Land Cruiser, Nissan X-Trail) with camping gear

Included Gear:

  • Rooftop tents
  • GPS
  • camping chairs/tables
  • gas stoves
  • water containers
  • first aid kits
  • kitchen equipment

Locations:

  • Maun and Kasane (airport pick-up available)

Insurance: Optional reduced-excess coverage (from €8/day)

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Chobe 4x4
Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4 rentals with camping gear for 2–4 people

Included Gear:

  • Dual battery systems
  • rooftop tents
  • braai grids
  • off-road recovery tools

Locations:

  • Kasane (primary) and Maun (additional fee)

Rates: 2025: $220–$255/day (low/high season)

Insurance: Standard (BWP 30,000 excess) or Super Cover (BWP 380 deposit)

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Key Notes:

  • 4x4 Essentials: Most Botswana parks (Okavango Delta, Chobe, Kalahari) require 4x4 vehicles due to rugged terrain.
  • Booking Tips: Reserve early during peak seasons (June–October). Confirm fuel policies (most rentals exclude fuel costs).
  • Safety: Ensure vehicles include GPS, spare tires, and recovery kits for remote areas.