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Potchefstroom to Maun

Updated: March 12, 2024 10:32 PM
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Potchefstroom to Maun - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

English is the official language of both South Africa and Botswana.

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 Potchefstroom and Maun is approximately 900 kilometers (560 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to get from Potchefstroom to Maun:

  • By car: The drive takes about 12 hours.
  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate between Potchefstroom and Maun. The journey takes about 14 hours.
  • By train: There is no direct train service between Potchefstroom and Maun. However, you can take a train from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg and then transfer to a train to Maun.
  • By plane: There are no direct flights between Potchefstroom and Maun. However, you can fly from Johannesburg to Maun.

Expenses

The cost of getting from Potchefstroom to Maun will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By car: The cost of fuel will be around ZAR 1,000 (BWP 100).
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket will be around ZAR 200 (BWP 20).
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket will be around ZAR 300 (BWP 30).
  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket will be around ZAR 1,500 (BWP 150).

Best time to go

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

What to Eat

There are many great places to eat in Maun. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • The Old Bridge Backpackers: This is a great place to get a taste of traditional Botswana cuisine.
  • The River Lodge: This is a more upscale restaurant that offers a variety of international dishes.
  • The Maun Lodge: This is a great place to go for a special occasion.

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Maun. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • The Okavango Delta: This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful places in Botswana.
  • The Moremi Game Reserve: This is a great place to see wildlife.
  • The Chobe National Park: This is one of the best places in Africa to see elephants.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about travel from Potchefstroom to Maun:

  • What is the best way to get from Potchefstroom to Maun?
  • The best way to get from Potchefstroom to Maun is by car.
  • How long does it take to get from Potchefstroom to Maun?
  • It takes about 12 hours to drive from Potchefstroom to Maun.
  • How much does it cost to get from Potchefstroom to Maun?
  • The cost of getting from Potchefstroom to Maun will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.
  • What is the best time to visit Maun?
  • The best time to visit Maun is during the dry season, which runs from April to October.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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