Botswana eSIM — reviews & details
Botswana 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Botswana Orange 4G
Traveller reviews
Hugo D.
Italy · May 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Hugo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe B.
United Kingdom · May 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Chloe. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Botswana. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sara
Yuki L.
Singapore · May 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Botswana. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Yuki! So happy the Botswana eSIM kept you connected. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun W.
South Korea · Apr 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Min-jun. That's not the experience we want for Botswana. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Noah S.
India · Apr 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Noah. That's not the experience we want for Botswana. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Diego F.
Portugal · Apr 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Botswana. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Linh V.
UAE · Apr 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Linh! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. We're here whenever you travel again. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Wei H.
Singapore · Apr 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges in Botswana. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Yuki
Beatriz F.
Italy · Apr 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Beatriz! So happy the Botswana eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma
Nguyen G.
Germany · Apr 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Nguyen! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken 💜
Ethan G.
Thailand · Apr 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia M.
New Zealand · Apr 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Lucia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo V.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Botswana. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Grace 💜
Ethan M.
Japan · Apr 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Botswana. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ethan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas N.
Spain · Apr 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. — Yuki
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Botswana eSIM cost?
The Botswana 2GB/Day plan costs $14.40 for 2 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Botswana eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Botswana.
Will this eSIM work on my phone?
It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Can I keep my regular number?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Botswana.
Comments & questions
Mohammed T. · 1 week ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Mohammed — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Tom 💜
Omar H. · 1 week ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Omar! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Laura 💜
Lucia W. · 1 week ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Lucia, so buying early is totally fine. – Priya 💜
Kenji C. · 2 weeks ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Kenji! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Emma G. · 1 month ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Emma, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Diego 💜
Marco K. · 1 month ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Marco, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Diego R. · 4 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Diego. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo R. · 4 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Ji-woo, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Omar 💜
Marco W. · 6 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Marco, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Mark 💜
Ravi B. · 6 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Ravi! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Yuki
Yuki K. · 7 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Yuki! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Sara 💜
Ava H. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Ava, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support