Is there network coverage in the Okavango Delta?

Coverage in the Okavango Delta is very limited, even nonexistent in the most isolated areas. Mokoro camps and private islands generally have no signal. However, the town of Maun, the main access point to the delta, is well covered on 4G by Mascom and Orange Botswana. Download your maps and documents for offline use before heading into the bush.

Can I use my Simpartout eSIM in national parks such as Chobe or the CKGR?

In Chobe National Park, coverage is decent around Kasane. The Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR), by contrast, is almost a network desert: it is one of the largest parks in the world and relay masts are extremely rare. An eSIM is still useful for journeys and stopover towns, but do not expect a permanent signal in the heart of the park.

Do I need a power adapter to charge my phone in Botswana?

Yes, an adapter is essential. Botswana mainly uses type D, G and M sockets, which are different from French type E/F sockets. Slip a universal adapter into your hand luggage: high-end lodges sometimes provide them, but it is best not to count on it in more rustic camps.

What is the best time to visit Botswana and use its mobile network?

The dry season, from May to October, is ideal for wildlife viewing: animals gather around waterholes and the vegetation is less dense. It is also when roads and tracks are passable, which makes it easier to move between network-covered areas. Avoid the rainy season (November to April) if you plan to drive into remote areas, as some access routes can be cut off.

Will my Simpartout eSIM work at Gaborone or Maun airport on arrival?

Yes, provided you have activated and set up your eSIM before leaving France. At Sir Seretse Khama International Airport in Gaborone and at Maun airport, 4G coverage is available. Your eSIM will connect automatically to the partner network as soon as you are within range of a mast, with no extra steps.

Botswana eSIM plans

Instant delivery

Your eSIM for Botswana is available from €6.89 and active straight away: in Botswana it connects to the Mascom, Orange Botswana, beMobile (BTC) networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 70. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.

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eSIM for Botswana — at a glance

From: €6.89
Local networks: Mascom, Orange Botswana, beMobile (BTC)
Technology: 4G/LTE
Network coverage: 70
Activation: QR code — install before you leave
Recommended data: 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming

All eSIM plans for Botswana

Data	Validity	Price
Unlimited	1 day	€6.89
Unlimited	3 days	€19.99
Unlimited	5 days	€29.99
Unlimited	7 days	€39.99
Unlimited	10 days	€53.99
Unlimited	15 days	€70.49
Unlimited	30 days	€108.99
1 GB	7 days	€6.99
2 GB	15 days	€13.99
3 GB	30 days	€16.99
5 GB	30 days	€27.99
10 GB	30 days	€48.99
20 GB	30 days	€70.99
50 GB	30 days	€174.99

Botswana is one of the last truly preserved wild spaces in Africa: the Okavango Delta, the Kalahari, the migrations along the Chobe River. But between dawn game drives and camps in the middle of the bush, staying reachable is not a luxury, it is a necessity. Sharing your lion photos in real time, checking your lodge bookings or navigating to your next camp without a local network can quickly turn into a nightmare. With an eSIM activated before you leave, you skip the queues at Maun or Kasane airports and enjoy a 4G connection as soon as you step off the plane.

Flight time from Paris

About 11 to 13 hours (with a stopover, usually in Johannesburg or Nairobi)

Time difference with France

+1h in winter (Paris UTC+1) • Same time in summer (Paris UTC+2)

Best season

May to October (dry season, ideal for safari)

Power socket type

Types D, G and M: an adapter is essential for French plugs

Why an eSIM is essential in Botswana

Botswana is a high-end safari destination where logistics are complex: domestic flights in small planes, 4x4 transfers, isolated camps in the delta or on the banks of the Chobe. In this context, a reliable data connection changes everything. Local operators such as Mascom and Orange Botswana cover the main routes and the towns of Gaborone, Maun and Kasane on 4G, but the network remains limited in the most remote parts of the park. An eSIM lets you manage your travel apps, contact your guides, check weather alerts and send your best shots of African wildlife without exorbitant roaming fees. Unlike a local physical SIM, the eSIM is activated from France, before you even board. Your phone also keeps its French SIM for calls if needed, a real convenience when travelling.

Network coverage in Botswana

Operator

Mascom

+ Orange Botswana

Technology

4G/LTE

Coverage

How to install your Botswana eSIM

1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Botswana, then pay.
2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Botswana, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.

1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Botswana, then pay.
2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Botswana, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.

Recommended for you

Short trip

For a trip of 3 to 7 days, go for an unlimited plan.

Business trip

Video calls and emails: choose a high-speed plan.

Long stay

For a month or more, our high-capacity plans offer the best value for money.

Families

Several devices to connect? Pick a plan that allows hotspot sharing and comes with plenty of data.

eSIM, local SIM or Wi-Fi hotspot: which suits Botswana best?

	eSIM	Local SIM card	Wi-Fi hotspot
Activation	Instant (QR code)	Bought on arrival	Pick-up/delivery
Installation	2 minutes	SIM swap	Extra device
Price	From €6.89	€5–30	€5–15/day
Network	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE
Devices	1 smartphone	1 smartphone	Up to 5 devices
Flexibility	Top up at any time	Fixed data	Daily rental
Recommendation	Ideal for travellers	For long stays	For groups/families

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