Reuse it next trip
Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Botswana package — no new install.
eSIM for Botswana
🇧🇼 Botswana eSIM from UYU 204.82
Gaborone and Maun town are LTE. The Okavango camps have lodge Wi-Fi or nothing — download maps in Maun. You land connected on Mascom, Orange, BTC, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Botswana eSIM data plans — tax included
All Botswana plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Most popular
5 GB
UYU 413.82
UYU 82.76 per GB · indicative
- 30 days
- Hotspot included
- Top up anytime
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Botswana
Which networks does the Botswana eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on Mascom, Orange and BTC — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. Expect LTE across Botswana; 5G is not yet offered to roaming profiles here.
Good to know before you go
- Chobe’s riverfront lodges have signal; the game drives do not.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Gaborone and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Botswana eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Botswana package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
Best eSIM for Botswana
Best eSIM for Botswana in 2026
People searching “Botswana eSIM”, “eSIM Botswana” or “best eSIM for Botswana” want the same thing: data on Mascom without an airport queue.
For a typical trip to Gaborone the useful pick is a prepaid 5 GB plan at UYU 413.82, 30 days from first connection, hotspot on. That is the eSIM BFF Botswana package. You install the profile once; the next country is a top-up, not a new eSIM.
| If you care about | Pick |
|---|---|
| One profile for this trip and the next | eSIM BFF — same eSIM, new Botswana package |
| A huge marketplace / app | Airalo — usually a fresh country eSIM |
| Unlimited days, not gigabytes | Holafly — priced per day, hotspot often limited |
| Networks in Botswana | Mascom, Orange, BTC · LTE |
Also see prepaid eSIM and eSIM vs physical SIM.
How to get online
Setting up your Botswana eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in Botswana
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see Mascom in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Botswana eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Botswana cost?
Plans for Botswana start at UYU 204.82 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for UYU 413.82. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Botswana eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on Mascom, Orange and BTC — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. Coverage is LTE/4G across the country.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Botswana if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Botswana package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Botswana eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the Botswana eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Botswana data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Botswana eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Botswana, so buying early costs nothing.
What is the best eSIM for Botswana?
The best Botswana eSIM for most travelers is a prepaid data plan on Mascom, Orange and BTC that you install once and can top up later. eSIM BFF is built for that: 5 GB is UYU 413.82 (tax included), hotspot is on, and the same profile takes the next country. Airalo and Holafly also cover Botswana — Airalo is usually a new country eSIM, Holafly is priced per day. Pick BFF if you want one profile and a GB price; pick Holafly if you truly need unlimited.
Anything I should know about data in Botswana?
Chobe’s riverfront lodges have signal; the game drives do not.
Nearby
All of Africa →Traveling on from Botswana?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
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