An enchanting wildlife sanctuary located in the capital city of Botswana, the Gaborone Game Reserve is an ideal place to visit with family or friends, and here’s more on what you need to know.
Planning a Visit
Established in 1988, this game reserve is accessible from Limpopo Drive and is around 1 km from Broadhurst Mall; it’s just a short drive away from city-based properties like Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino. It’s generally open from 6:30am to 6:30pm and one can easily explore the site via a 2WD vehicle; you can find out more about the different routes on a detailed map that’s on offer at the entrance.
Diverse Wildlife
After you have found the best hotel in Gaborone to be based at, you can set off on a fun escapade to the Gaborone Game Reserve. Though this site is only around five sq. km in size, there’s much to see since wildlife thrives here amidst the absence of predators. On your drive, you have a chance to spot zebras, wildebeests, elands, warthogs, impalas, kudus, gemsboks and more!
Varied Birdlife
Amongst the best things to do in Gaborone is to go birdwatching at this reserve which attracts migratory waterbirds as well. There are observation areas from which you may see hornbills and kingfishers, while species like the ostrich, snake eagle, purple gallinule, African crake and European bee-eater have been spotted here too.
Keep in Mind
There are some picnic areas as well, ideal for a family meal amidst nature’s serenity; ensure you clean up after yourself and don’t litter. There’s a small visitor centre where one can find out more about this attraction too. You can look forward to seeing wildlife generally at any time during the rainy season, while evenings and early mornings are best if you are visiting in the dry season.
