Botswana is considered to be one of the safest places in Africa to visit. The most tourist activity is generally around Maun and Kasane which are gateways to major big game parks such as Chobe, Moremi, Okavango Delta, Central Kalahari, and Nxai Pan.

For 2026, Botswana is consistently ranked as the safest safari destination in Africa. This is due to its long-standing political stability, low crime rates, and a "high-value, low-volume" tourism model that prevents overcrowding and ensures high standards of professional guiding. Places like the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park offer incredibly safe environments where most "risks" are purely wildlife-related and easily managed by expert rangers. Tanzania and Kenya are also considered very safe within the safari circuits, though travelers are advised to be more cautious in major cities like Nairobi or Dar es Salaam. Rwanda is another top contender for safety, particularly for gorilla trekking, as the government maintains a highly visible security presence in national parks. In all these regions, the "safest" experience is found by staying in established lodges and using reputable tour operators who provide private, secure transfers.