Kalamare Travel Guide

City Village in Central District, Botswana

Small and quiet, Kalamare attracts travelers tracking rural Botswana - red earth roads, cattle posts and village markets. Visitors pass through on routes to larger reserves, sampling local pap, grilled meat and the slow pace of Central District life.

Costs

USD 20-50 per day

Small‑town prices; few tourist facilities keep costs low.

Safety

Low crime but remote

Generally safe but remote; expect basic medical and policing services.

Best Time

May-October (dry season)

Dry winter months see clearer skies and easier travel on dirt roads.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

6:49 PM

GMT+2

Weather

67°F

Mostly Clear

Population

2,339

Infrastructure & Convenience

Dirt roads, limited public transport, few shops; car recommended.

Popularity

Hardly visited by international tourists; appeals to overland and cultural visitors.

Known For

Tswana village life, cattle herding, subsistence farming, seasonal markets, rural Botswana culture, open landscapes, birdwatching, community visits

Kalamare is a small settlement in Botswana's Central District, identifiable by its coordinates at roughly 22.93°S, 26.57°E.

Why Visit Kalamare? #

Visitors come to Kalamare for an unfiltered look at rural Tswana life and hands-on cultural exchange. Think traditional homestays, lively village markets where woven baskets and beadwork are sold, and the chance to learn cattle-herding or local cooking from families. Proximity to the open Kalahari landscape gives simple safari-style outings and wide, photogenic skies that contrast with bustling urban Botswana.

Best Things to Do in Kalamare

Kalamare Bucket List

Best Time to Visit Kalamare #

Kalamare has a semi-arid interior Botswana climate with hot, rainy summers and cool, dry winters. Visit in the cool dry months for wildlife viewing with crisp mornings and minimal dust.

Wet Season

November - March · 20-34°C (68-93°F)

Afternoon storms green the bush and fill pans; hot, humid days but best time for migratory birds and newborn wildlife-roads might get rough.

Cool Dry Season

April - August · 5-26°C (41-79°F)

Clear skies, cool nights and excellent game viewing as animals concentrate at waterholes; mornings can be brisk, so layer up.

Hot Season

September - October · 22-38°C (72-100°F)

Scorching, dust-prone days before rains; the landscape feels parched but dramatic thunderstorms often follow, bringing relief and make for spectacular sunsets.

Best Time to Visit Kalamare #

Climate

Kalamare's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 4°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

SeptemberMayAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

43°

Warmest Month

-2°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with 88 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

18° – 30°

57%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

88 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

3.0

UV Index

Extreme

13.2h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

18° – 29°

58%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

81 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.8

UV Index

Extreme

12.7h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

16° – 28°

58%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

55 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

13° – 27°

56%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

27 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

8° – 25°

47%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

4 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.4

UV Index

High

10.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 5°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

5° – 22°

49%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

2 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.0

UV Index

High

10.7h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 4°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

5° – 22°

45%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.1

UV Index

High

10.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

7° – 25°

38%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

2 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.4

UV Index

High

11.2h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

12° – 28°

34%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

6 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

16° – 30°

40%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

32 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

17° – 30°

48%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

68 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.6

UV Index

Extreme

13.1h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

18° – 30°

56%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

77 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.8

UV Index

Extreme

13.4h daylight

How to Get to Kalamare

By Air

By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Kalamare #

Kalamare is a small village where most places are reached on foot or by bicycle. For longer journeys you’ll need a private car, taxi or the occasional shared minibus that connects to larger towns in the district. Services are sparse, so plan transit in advance and expect infrequent departures; fuel and vehicle hire are the most practical ways to explore the surrounding area.

Where to Stay in Kalamare #

Budget

Kalamare village - $10-40/night

Kalamare is a small settlement with very limited accommodation. Budget travellers should plan to stay in larger nearby towns.

Mid-Range

Gaborone / Mahalapye - $40-100/night

Expect few mid-range options in-town; Gaborone and Mahalapye provide the nearest comfortable hotel choices.

Luxury

Gaborone / Maun - $120+/night

There are no luxury hotels in Kalamare. For premium services, plan to travel to Gaborone or Maun.

Where to Eat in Kalamare #

Nightlife in Kalamare #

Nightlife is essentially non-existent in Kalamare. Evenings are quiet and centred on homes or community gatherings rather than bars or clubs. If you want evening entertainment, plan to visit a nearby larger centre.

Shopping in Kalamare #

Shopping options are minimal: a few local tuck shops (spaza-style) and market stands provide groceries and everyday goods. There are no specialised shopping streets or malls. For broader shopping choices, travel to a larger town in the Central District.

Nearby Cities #