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Plans, pricing, networks & setup
Travelling to Botswana? An eSIM is the fastest way to get online — no SIM swaps, no airport queues, no surprise roaming bills. This guide covers the best Botswana eSIM plans, network coverage, setup steps, and answers to the questions most travellers ask.
Planning a trip to Botswana? Whether you're heading out on safari in the Okavango Delta or exploring the vast Kalahari Desert, staying connected is key. While physical SIM cards and expensive roaming charges used to be the norm, an eSIM offers a much more convenient and cost-effective solution for travellers. Forget hunting for a local SIM card upon arrival or racking up a huge bill with your home provider. With an eSIM, you can download and activate a data plan before you even leave home, ensuring you have internet access the moment you land. This is incredibly useful for navigating between destinations, booking accommodation on the go, using translation apps, and sharing your incredible travel photos and videos with friends and family. While major cities and tourist hubs generally have good coverage, connectivity can be spotty in more remote areas. Having a reliable eSIM ensures you can make the most of your Botswana adventure, from planning your next game drive to staying in touch with your group.
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REDX Travel eSIMs for Botswana run on the country's major mobile networks, giving you the same coverage and speeds as a local SIM. Coverage extends across major cities, transport hubs, and most populated areas. Speeds typically hit 4G/LTE everywhere and 5G in supported regions.
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Open Settings → Mobile/Cellular → Add eSIM (or scan the QR with your phone's camera) and follow the prompts.
Label the line (e.g. "Travel"), keep your home line for calls/SMS, and switch the travel eSIM on for data.
Once you arrive, your eSIM connects automatically — no roaming charges, no airport SIM kiosk.
When you purchase your Botswana eSIM from REDX Travel, you can typically install it on your device before you depart. However, it's often best to activate the plan once you've arrived in Botswana. This ensures the network connection is properly established in the country. While 5G is becoming more widespread globally, reliable 4G/LTE coverage is more common across Botswana, especially in and around cities like Gaborone and Francistown, and popular safari areas. Check your device is eSIM compatible before purchasing.
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