Tipping in Botswana is pretty common, however its no surprise. Most people travel to Botswana for a safari and a unique animal experience. If you get a chance to take a safari in Botswana consider yourself lucky! Its a must see place with amazing people and wildlife. If you get a chance to go to Botswana use our tipping guide to figure out when you should tip on your vacation in Botswana!
Taxis: You should aim to tip taxi drivers in Botswana about 10%
Hotels: Tipping in hotels in Botswana is common. You should aim to tip your baggage handlers and maid a few dollars each.
Restaurants: You should aim to tip about 10% of the bill if service isn’t included.
Bars: Tipping bartenders in Botswana is common. You should tip your bartender 10% if service isn’t included.
Other: Tipping in Botswana is common. You will likely be taking a safari and you should tip here as well! Check with your tour operator, as they will probably mention it. Otherwise a general rule is $10 US to the Guides, $2 US to the Drivers and $5 to the trackers. This is per person per day.