Woodcarvings, handcrafted jewelry, woven goods and attractive basketry (particularly at Etsha, Shakawe and Shorobe) are recommended. Modern Bushman art can be seen, and perhaps purchased, at D'Kar, 40km (25 miles) north of Ghanzi. There also occasional exhibitions at the National Museum in Gaborone.
Shopping hours Mon-Fri 0800-1800; Sat 0830-1300.
Currency Information:CurrencyPula (BWP; symbol P) = 100 thebe. Notes are in denominations of P100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are in denominations of P5, 2 and 1, and 50,
25, 10 and 5 thebe.
Currency ExchangeMoney should be exchanged in banks at market rates. There are four main commercial banks in the country (Barclays Bank of Botswana, First National Bank, Stanbic Bank Botswana and Standard Chartered Bank) with branches in major towns and villages. Owing to limited facilities in small villages, it is advisable to change money at the airport or in major towns, where credit card cash advances may also be available. There are also exchange bureaux at major border posts.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMsAmerican Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted. ATMs are available in most larger cities and towns.
Traveller's ChequesTo avoid additional exchange rate charges, travelers are advised to take traveller’s cheques in US Dollars or Pounds Sterling. Traveller’s cheques are accepted in large cities but with a high surcharge.
Banking HoursMon-Fri 0800-1700; Sat 0815-1045. Most banks work these core hours with occasional regional differences.
Exchange Rate Indicators| Date | Apr 07 |
| £1.00= | P12.35 |
| $1.00= | P6.25 |
| €1.00= | P8.35 |
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