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Kgale Hill Climb and City Views

A quiet climb to Botswana’s highest point for sweeping views of Gaborone, best done when the parking lot is active but not crowded.

Best time: noneAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 14:00

    Kgale Hill

    Park at Kgale Hill and begin the pleasant climb. The hill stands at 1,287 meters and offers a magnificent view over the city and surrounding areas. Stick to the marked paths and keep an eye out for baboons. There are no guides and no entrance fee, but ensure you go only when there are other cars in the parking lot for safety.

  2. 14:45

    Kgale Hill Public Park

    Walk 12 minutes NNE to Kgale Hill Public Park. Take a moment to rest and enjoy the open space. This is a good spot to stretch your legs and appreciate the landscape before heading back down.

  3. 15:15

    Kgale Hill

    Return to the Kgale Hill parking area to conclude the visit. Since there are no food or drink options listed nearby, plan to head into the city center afterward for lunch or a snack.

Local tip

The text recommends visiting between 4 PM and 6 PM on weekdays (M-F) for the best experience. If you choose a different time, ensure the parking lot has other vehicles present for safety.

Check before you go

  • The recommended visiting time is M-F 4 PM - 6 PM.
  • Do not stray off the path due to baboons.
  • No entrance fee, but go only when there are other cars in the parking lot.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Gaborone (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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