The Okavango Delta, Moremi and Chobe are Botswana’s most popular parks. The best time to visit them is from May to September, during the Dry season and winter, resulting in more moderate temperatures. In addition, the Okavango is flooded from June to October. Wildlife viewing is good year-round, but this can differ for some parks. See below to learn when to visit which park.

1. Best Time

June to September (Okavango, Moremi, Chobe) March to May (Other, drier parks)

2. High Season

July to October (Will not feel too crowded, except for Chobe)

3. Low Season

December to April (Some lodges and camps close down)

4. Best Weather

April and May (Moderate temperatures, little to no rainfall, and few clouds)

5. Worst Weather

October and November (Very hot) January and February (Peak of Wet season)

May to October –Dry Season – Winter

1. Less vegetation and animals concentrate around water, making them easier to spot

2. The skies are clear, rain is rare, and there are fewer mosquitoes

3. Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still feel uncrowded, except for the bustling Chobe riverfront area

4. Early morning and evening drives are cold in June, July and August

November to April –Wet Season – Summer

1. The scenery is greener, and there are lower rates during this season

2. Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you’ll still see plenty

3. There are many newborn animals and migratory birds

4. Except for January and February, rains seldom interfere with your trip

5. During January and February, the rains can be continuous for days

6. It gets very hot in October and November

7. Some lodges and camps close down during part of the Wet season