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Overview
Khama Rhino Sanctuary lies near Serowe in eastern Botswana, about 25 km from the town. It’s run by the Khama Rhino Sanctuary Trust, a community project of the villages of Serowe, Paje and Mabeleapodi, which was formally registered in 1992.
The sanctuary began with about 4,300 hectares of Kalahari sandveld around Serwe Pan, a grassy pan with natural waterholes. It has since grown to about 8,585 hectares.
Khama is one of the best places in Botswana to see rhino, and it’s an easy stop on the A1 between Gaborone and the north. Visitors can take self-drive and guided game drives and rhino tracking on foot.
Wildlife & Biodiversity
Rhino
White rhino are seen often at the waterholes around Serwe Pan. A few black rhino also live here.
Other wildlife
Zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, eland, kudu, red hartebeest, springbok, leopard and brown hyena are present. More than 230 bird species have been recorded.
Best Time to Visit
Short answer: May to October, during the dry season, when animals gather at the waterholes.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| May – Aug | Cool, dry season | Good rhino sightings at the waterholes. |
| Sep – Oct | Hot, dry season | Hot, with animals close to water. |
| Nov – Apr | Rainy season | Green and lush, with migrant birds. |
Arrive in the late afternoon to see rhino at the waterholes.
Getting There
By air
| Airport | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE), Gaborone | International and domestic flights | About 4.5 hours by road. |
By road
From Palapye on the A1, drive west towards Serowe and Orapa. The sanctuary gate is on the road beyond Serowe.
Entrance & Fees
The sanctuary charges a daily entry fee per person and per vehicle, paid at the gate.
Confirm the current rates with the sanctuary before you travel.
Fees last checked October 2026. No official fee schedule is published online.
