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Bela-Bela to Gaborone

Updated: March 14, 2024 08:02 AM
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Bela-Bela to Gaborone

Language

The official language of South Africa is English. However, there are 11 other official languages, including Afrikaans, Zulu, Xhosa, and Sotho.

The official language of Botswana is English. However, there are also two national languages, Setswana and Kalanga.

Currency

The currency of South Africa is the South African rand (ZAR).

The currency of Botswana is the Botswana pula (BWP).

Distance

The distance between Bela-Bela and Gaborone is approximately 700 kilometers.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Gaborone from Bela-Bela.

  • By car: The drive from Bela-Bela to Gaborone takes approximately 8 hours.
  • By bus: There are several bus companies that offer service between Bela-Bela and Gaborone. The journey takes approximately 10 hours.
  • By train: There is no direct train service between Bela-Bela and Gaborone. However, you can take a train from Bela-Bela to Johannesburg and then transfer to a train to Gaborone.
  • By plane: There are no direct flights between Bela-Bela and Gaborone. However, you can fly from Johannesburg to Gaborone.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Bela-Bela to Gaborone will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By car: The cost of petrol will vary depending on the price of fuel at the time of travel.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket will vary depending on the bus company you choose.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket will vary depending on the class of travel you choose.
  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket will vary depending on the airline you choose.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Gaborone is during the dry season, which runs from April to October.

What to Eat

There are a variety of restaurants in Gaborone that serve a variety of cuisines.

  • Traditional Botswana cuisine: Traditional Botswana dishes include seswaa (a meat stew), pap (a maize porridge), and morogo (a spinach dish).
  • South African cuisine: South African cuisine is a blend of African, European, and Asian influences. Some popular South African dishes include braai (barbecue), bobotie (a meatloaf dish), and malva pudding (a sweet dessert).
  • International cuisine: There are also a number of restaurants in Gaborone that serve international cuisine, such as Chinese, Italian, and Indian.

Where to Go

There are a number of things to see and do in Gaborone.

  • The Gaborone Game Reserve: The Gaborone Game Reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, and giraffes.
  • The Three Dikgosi Monument: The Three Dikgosi Monument is a monument to the three chiefs who founded Gaborone.
  • The National Museum: The National Museum houses a collection of artifacts from Botswana's history and culture.
  • The Gaborone Dam: The Gaborone Dam is a popular spot for fishing and swimming.

FAQ

  • What is the visa requirement for Botswana? Citizens of most countries do not need a visa to visit Botswana for up to 90 days.
  • What is the weather like in Gaborone? Gaborone has a subtropical climate with hot, dry summers and mild, dry winters.
  • What is the cost of living in Gaborone? The cost of living in Gaborone is relatively high. However, there are a number of ways to save money, such as cooking at home and using public transportation.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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