Botswana has one of the best transport and communication infrastructures in Southern Africa. Therefore, air, rail or road can access Botswana. There are five international airports with modern facilities. The main airports are Sir Seretse Khama International Airport located 15 km from Gaborone City centre and Maun International airport, which is the gateway to the famous Okavango Delta. The others are at Francistown, Kasane and Selebi Phikwe. AIRLINES Air Botswana and South Africa Express Airways link Botswana
with the rest of the world. Air Botswana, the nation's flag carrier flies to most of Botswana tourist spots like Maun, Chobe, Francistown and Selebi Phikwe. RAIL LINE The rail line between Ramatlabama in the South links the country with South Africa and Ramokgwebana in the north links Botswana with Zimbabwe. Botswana Railways services this network. ROADS Major roads leading to regional centers are tarred. With the liberalized transport sector in Botswana several car-hire companies and buses service the road transport industry in the country. TRAVEL TIPS Drivers Drivers must be 18 years old or above, and be holders of a valid drivers license. Wearing of seat belts is compulsory. Foreign Vehicles All foreign registered vehicles should be accompanied by
proof of ownership. If the driver is not the owner, then a letter of authorization
and vehicle documents are required. A road levy disc is required and obtained
until 31 December of every year. It should be visibly displayed on the windscreen.
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