Tswapong Hills- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

The Tswapong Hills, located east of Palapye, rise nearly 400 meters above the surrounding plains and stretch for 60 km to the west of Moremi village. These ancient hills, formed over one billion years ago, are home to a wealth of archaeological and natural wonders. The area holds some of the earliest evidence of Bantu-speaking people in Southern Africa, with decorated pottery, iron smelting sites, and ancient red ochre paintings found in the gorges. The hills are now inhabited by rock dassies, baboons, and leopards, with over 350 bird species, including the endangered Cape Vulture and Black Eagle. The lush vegetation and waterfalls, rare in Botswana's dry climate, make the hills especially unique. Moremi Gorge, deep within the hills, is a spiritual site with permanent waterfalls and rich biodiversity. The area is accessible without a 4WD vehicle and offers opportunities for camping, though visitors should come prepared as the site is not yet fully developed for tourism.