Botswana Travel Agents

Kimkim has selected the best Botswana travel agents so you'll have a worry-free trip.
With kimkim you will connect directly to a local specialist in Botswana who will personalize your trip to your specific tastes. Once we have a sense of who you are and what you're looking for, you'll be matched with the right local travel agent for you. Not everyone wants to get completely off the grid—but even if you want to hit the most popular sites and cities, kimkim ensures a customized experience, including lodging, guides, and transportation.
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Esther Ruempol

(34 reviews)
Botswana Travel Agent based in Johannesburg, South Africa
Esther specializes in: Sustainable Travel, Tailor-made tours, Safari Travel, Individual Travellers and Small Groups, Family Travel, Honeymoon Travel
Recent traveler reviews for Esther:
"On the front end of this trip, Esther did a great job of responding to our questions and concerns and suggesting solutions to potential problems." - by Gary, Nov 23, 2024 · see review
"Esther put together a trip that highlighted all we wanted to see and do." - by Minda, Nov 20, 2024 · see review
"We have recently returned from a 16 day adventure in Madagascar, booked through KimKim and planned, booked and organised through Esther in South Africa." - by Alison, Oct 11, 2024 · see review

Deborah Smook

(33 reviews)
Botswana Travel Agent based in Cape Town
Deborah specializes in: Adventure, Safari, Food & Wine, Culture
Recent traveler reviews for Deborah:
"Deborah and her team were amazing!" - by Chad, Jul 9, 2023 · see review
"We were very grateful to Deborah and her team to help us plan our trip to South Africa." - by Maureen, Mar 4, 2023 · see review
"With Deborah's coordination, expertise and knowledge, she blended our request for traditional African cultural experiences and off the beaten path adventures." - by JANICE, Sep 27, 2022 · see review

Lize Enderstein

(31 reviews)
Botswana Travel Agent based in Cape Town, South Africa
Lize specializes in: Exceptional Safaris, Luxury & Honeymoon Tours, FIT & Group Tours and Adventure!
Recent traveler reviews for Lize:
"Lize was always patient with our planning of this trip." - by Jane, Oct 11, 2024 · see review
"Recently returned from an amazing adventure to Namibia, Botswana & Zimbabwe which was meticulously organised by Lize at KimKim who was brilliant." - by Charles, Sep 16, 2024 · see review
"Very very happy with the service that we received for this trip from Lize." - by Alexander, Sep 14, 2024 · see review

Lucy Berndt

(24 reviews)
Botswana Travel Agent based in Cape Town
Lucy specializes in: Romantic getaways, honeymooners, family travel, solo travel, couples and small group travel
Recent traveler reviews for Lucy:
"Lucy, our local specialist, was fantastic with planning - despite us having postponed the trip last year (very last minute), she was always helpful and managed to negotiate the best possible trip for us." - by Sree, Aug 24, 2024 · see review
"First of all, our local specialist was Nadia Kahn, not "Lucy"." - by Tom, Jul 29, 2024 · see review
"The tour was well-organized by Lucy, who was courteous and patient, worked hard to keep costs within budget, was accessible during the tour and helpful in arranging a minor itinerary change while the tour was in progress." - by Andrew, Jun 26, 2024 · see review

Petru van Zyl

(17 reviews)
Botswana Travel Agent based in Western Cape, South Africa
Petru specializes in: FIT travel, Group travel, VIP clients, luxury safaris, self-drive tours, complex itineraries
Recent traveler reviews for Petru:
"Petru arranged the hotel, safari lodge, drivers and guides, and in-country air flights." - by John, Jan 1, 2024 · see review
"Thank you Petru for organizing an amazing trip for us." - by Aris, Nov 20, 2023 · see review
"Petru was a great source of knowledge helping us navigate South Africa." - by Gigi, Nov 4, 2023 · see review

Stephanie Louw

(14 reviews)
Botswana Travel Agent based in Cape Town
Recent traveler reviews for Stephanie:
"My hat is off to both Nadia and Stephanie!" - by Judie, Nov 27, 2024 · see review
"Stephanie did a wonderful job in mapping my itinerary and coordinating all the points of contacts." - by M, Nov 26, 2023 · see review
"No question was ever too much for Stephanie during our planning / discussions and she was always helpful to give us further information or suggestions." - by Harrison, Jul 5, 2023 · see review
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Anna-marie Mocke

(13 reviews)
Botswana Travel Agent based in Cape, Winelands
Anna-marie specializes in: Adventure, Safari's, Wine, Food & Culture
Recent traveler reviews for Anna-marie:
"What we found was that from start to finish, Anna-marie was attentive, responsive, energetic, and proactive." - by David, Oct 6, 2024 · see review
"We were overwhelmed trying to plan additional days for our trip, but Anna-marie and Deb made it easy." - by Jennifer, Sep 25, 2024 · see review
"Anna-marie and her colleagues provided a fabulous trip of South Africa to us on 3 weeks notice." - by Anita, May 24, 2024 · see review

Trip Reviews for Botswana

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
4.5
Based on 8 ratings

Anna Marié was amazing at planning the trip. ...
Botswana | Aug 14 - Aug 22, 2024

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Thibault P.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Aug 23, 2024

Anna Marié was amazing at planning the trip. Everything was smooth and well thought. I loved it. Special mention for Delta Camp team in Okavengo Delta. The whole team was so nice and welcoming making the experience unique and exceptional. Highly recommend this trip.
Thanks a lot!

Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Aug 26, 2024

Hi Thibault,

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was such a pleasure planning this trip with you. I am pleased to read that you loved it! These are exactly my thoughts after a visit to Delta & Chobe.

Thank you also for the great photos you shared with us. Hopefully, you will be back one day.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

South Africa and Botswana
Botswana | Jul 30 - Aug 11, 2024

Christopher
Christopher S.
Hollywood, FL | Reviewed on Aug 22, 2024
Our trip to South Africa and Botswana was excellent.
Eileen and her team put together a wonderful trip that completely met our needs.
They listened to all of our requests and after several versions, nailed the perfect trip for our family.
While in country, her team (specifically Lucy) continually checked in with us to make sure that everything was going smoothly and we were having a great time.
I never felt like we were traveling alone and always had someone local looking out for us.
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Our trip to South Africa and Botswana was excellent.
Eileen and her team put together a wonderful trip that completely met our needs.
They listened to all of our requests and after several versions, nailed the perfect trip for our family.
While in country, her team (specifically Lucy) continually checked in with us to make sure that everything was going smoothly and we were having a great time.
I never felt like we were traveling alone and always had someone local looking out for us.

Hotel Reviews
The Commodore Hotel
Cape Town

Great location...clean and met our needs. The staff was friendly and accommodating. It is not the Ritz Carlton or the Four Seasons so as long as your expectations are in line, you won't be disappointed.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Halls and rooms were slightly dated, but everything was clean
Machaba Safaris
Maun

We had an incredible experience at Machaba as my kids felt it was the best place we stayed in Botswana; or at least the most authentic. There are no wooden walkways and tents are not built up on stilts; they are on a concrete slab. My family loved how close we were to nature (after all, that is why we were there). We stayed at other camps and while they may have been more elaborate (glass doors, paved/wooden walkways, hardwood floors) they lacked the character of Machaba.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Everyone on the staff was amazing. Shout out to Rafa, our guide, possibly the best we had in Botswana.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Eileen De Villiers
Eileen
Eileen De Villiers
Local specialist in Johannesburg | Replied on Sep 04, 2024

Dear Chris,

Thank you so much for the lovely review, I am so happy you had a lovely time and enjoyed Machaba (our last find). It was a pleasure creating this experience for you and hope our paths will cross again in the future. May the memories will last a lifetime!

Best wishes,
Eileen

The Most Magical Trip
Botswana | May 7 - Jun 16, 2024

Kim
Kim T.
Hong Kong SAR China | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2024
My daughters and I planned a girls trip to Africa. Four countries (South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia) in 3 weeks was no small feat for first time visitors. We reached out to Kimkim for help and they connected us with their local specialist Esther Reumpol of The Eco-Travel Boutique.
Esther, through the Kimkim platform, made the whole planning process easy. Her suggestions based on our given budget, interests and preferences helped us narrow down what we wanted to do. ...
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My daughters and I planned a girls trip to Africa. Four countries (South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia) in 3 weeks was no small feat for first time visitors. We reached out to Kimkim for help and they connected us with their local specialist Esther Reumpol of The Eco-Travel Boutique.
Esther, through the Kimkim platform, made the whole planning process easy. Her suggestions based on our given budget, interests and preferences helped us narrow down what we wanted to do. From the time we connected till the time we got home, Esther was in constant contact, coordinating, revising, confirming and checking in.
The result of her patience with our itinerary revisions was perfect! The accommodations she booked were superb, the transfers to and fro like clockwork, our last minute tour bookings accommodated and all our inquiries patiently and promptly answered.
Esther is also a miracle worker. My luggage, amongst some other passengers, was offloaded from our flight from Nelspruit to Victoria Falls. We were taking a morning chartered flight to the Okavango delta the day after and there were no more flights from that airline coming in that day or the next. All I had were the clothes I was wearing. All my necessities, toiletries and medicines were in my luggage.
I call her a “miracle worker” because on this chartered flight, you can only check in soft luggage with a weight limit of 20 kg inclusive of hand carry. My luggage was in a hard case and weighed 25 kg which I was planning on repacking to a duffle for our 4 night stay at the Delta. I had resigned myself to accepting that I would not get to see my luggage until I got back to Victoria Falls but Esther, somehow, made the airline deliver my luggage to the heart of the delta. This was the airlines responsibility and was not part of Esther’s obligation to us. I can just imagine how many phone calls she had to make, while she herself was away on a work trip and I am truly grateful.
Our biggest thanks to the KimKim team, Esther and Lucy, our concierge, for making our first visit to Africa the most wonderful and memorable experience. It was a palate teaser that makes us want to go back, stay longer in each country and explore more of what Africa has to offer.

Local specialist: Esther Ruempol
Esther
Esther Ruempol
Local specialist in Johannesburg, South Africa | Replied on Jun 23, 2024

Hi Kim, Thank you so much for the wonderful review, it was such a pleasure planning this trip with you and it was lovely to meet you and your daughters in Johannesburg. I hope to see you again!

An amazing adventure to Victoria Falls and Chobe and Okavango
Botswana | Apr 28 - May 10, 2024

Tom
Tom O.
Italy | Reviewed on May 28, 2024
We are experienced and demanding senior travellers and Bianca was very responsive to our specific needs and responding to our questions in a timely fashion. We had to change our plan and she was able to make the appropriate changes. She proved to be knowledgeable and experienced as a travel advisor and planner.
We had an interesting and informative visit to Johannesburg based on travel guides recommended by Bianca. Victoria Fall was breathtaking and the accomodation at the Phezulu Guest...
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We are experienced and demanding senior travellers and Bianca was very responsive to our specific needs and responding to our questions in a timely fashion. We had to change our plan and she was able to make the appropriate changes. She proved to be knowledgeable and experienced as a travel advisor and planner.
We had an interesting and informative visit to Johannesburg based on travel guides recommended by Bianca. Victoria Fall was breathtaking and the accomodation at the Phezulu Guest Lodge was very enjoyable. Chobe and staying at the Chobe Bush Lodge with morning safari outings and the afternoon boat trips were amazing. Okavango swamp and Pom Pom Camp was outstanding with very personal service and staying among the animals with knowledgeable guides we found all the animal we wanted to see. The Pom Pom Camp was a very special experience.

Hotel Reviews
Premier OR Tambo Hotel

We liked the spacious rooms, the location next to the airport was perfect and the staff were helpful and professional

Authenticity & Character
Not sure what to say about character, but the staff were friendly and helpful
Location
next to the airport
Staff
Very helpful staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Phezulu Guest Lodge
Victoria Falls

As small hotel near Vic Falls and all that we needed for our stay. Staff were very helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Chobe Bush Lodge
Kasane

The rooms were very spacious and modern with large bathroom area and balconies. Location near the Chobe river was great. Very helpful staff that were very responsive when we needed their help. I would say that the food was a bit disappointing.

Authenticity & Character
Large thatched building that was very spacious.
Location
On the Chobe River
Cleanliness & Comfort
Great rooms
Pom Pom Camp
United Kingdom

Very personal service with a limited number of guests. We had safari outing to our selves most of the time. The food was good. The tent accomodations with open bathing areas was spacious but a bit warm in the afternoons. Staying among the animals was unique and watching them from the balcony was captivating. This was the peak experince of the trip and Ryder our guide knew where to find the animals including leopards, wild dogs as well as lions, elephants and giraffes . A magical experience with outings in the morning and late afternoons.

Authenticity & Character
Definitely a lot of character and the personal attention of the staff
Location
Isolated and staying among the animals next to a watering hole
Staff
Always address by name, our guide ate meals with us and the service was great
Cleanliness & Comfort
The tent rooms were spotless, just two small issues, the rooms were very hot in the afternoon and the need to be careful about the use of lights at night to avoid invasion by the insects
Activity Reviews
Chobe Safari Day
Chobe Safari Day
Botswana

The safari drives were nice but the best was the boat outing on the water since all the animals are drawn to the water. Seeing the elephants swim/walk through the water was great and the wallowing hippos.

Quality of Experience
Great sightings of animals on land and from the water.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Some of the drivers were a bit fast. They need to clean the area where they stop for morning tea as there seemed to be a lot of used toilet paper around the area.
Transport
Keep the speed down
Okavango Delta Safari
Okavango Delta Safari
Okavango Delta

The morning and afternoon safari outings were amazing. Ryder our driver and guide was very professional and knowledgeable and we found all the animals that we wanted to see plus a few surprises

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very personal and friendly service and when one of our party was a bit sick they when out of their way to help him feel better
Transport
You have to be ready to be shaken a bit during the game drives
Local specialist: Bianca Gersbach
Bianca
Bianca Gersbach
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on May 29, 2024

Dear Tom,

Thank you for taking the time to write such an informative and detailed review about your trip to Botswana and Victoria Falls. Your insights and reflections are incredibly valuable and will surely help other travelers in planning their adventures.

It was a pleasure working with you to create this memorable experience. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your journey, and I look forward to assisting you with any future travel plans.

Warm regards,
Bianca

Beautiful Botswana and more.
Botswana | Jul 2 - Jul 11, 2022

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Anne O.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2022
Lize
The remoteness of the Okavango was the perfect start to our trip and the attention to detail and quality of the staff at the lodge was exceptional we loved the walking safari and the mojito and when they handed us our hot water bottles on the first night I’ve never seen a happier bunch of ladies.
Our next stop at Chobe lodge felt a little more luxurious in terms of the lodge and rooms and the setting on the river was lovely. Our game drives were early but interesting and in spite of...
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Lize
The remoteness of the Okavango was the perfect start to our trip and the attention to detail and quality of the staff at the lodge was exceptional we loved the walking safari and the mojito and when they handed us our hot water bottles on the first night I’ve never seen a happier bunch of ladies.
Our next stop at Chobe lodge felt a little more luxurious in terms of the lodge and rooms and the setting on the river was lovely. Our game drives were early but interesting and in spite of the lion remaining elusive we saw lots of elephant, hippo, giraffe, crocodile, many different antelope species and birds galore. The variety of dining there was excellent and we felt that the experienced so far was the right way round. A tricky transfer to Zimbabwe followed as we had not been alerted by anyone or taken on board ourselves that we were going to need crisp US dollars in cash to pay for our visas. Eventually with help from our driver and a trip back to the cash point and bureau de change we succeeded in getting our visas and passed through emigration.
The setting at the Victoria Falls game lodge was lovely and having the balcony overlooking the waterhole an added bonus. Victoria Falls itself lived up to expectations and we did the scenic helicopter ride which provided us with some amazing photos. Back through the borders and onto the Zambezi Queen which was everything and more. A combination of the excellent food and staff on board meant we had some relaxation time, gentle river safaris in the sunshine, elephants, crocs and hippos in abundance topped off by a rare sighting of a leopard. The perfect end to what was most definitely a very special holiday.
Thank you.

Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in South Africa | Replied on Jul 18, 2022

Dear Anne,
Thank you for your wonderful review of your trip to Botswana, Victoria Falls and Namibia. I am happy that you enjoyed your safari, falls experience and the river cruise. It was lovely working with such a bunch of special ladies.
Take care and keep well.
Best Wishes, Lize