2 missions of Botswana in Croatia: Consulate of Botswana in Zagreb, Croatia; Consulate of Botswana in Zagreb, Croatia. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr Vjekoslav Majetić, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Croatia, 27 Apr 2025)
Head of mission: Mr. Vjekoslav Majetić, Honorary Consul (as of 2026)
Botswana offers a unique tourism experience with its vast savannas and diverse wildlife, making it appealing to discerning travelers. While it attracts a moderate number of visitors, it could pique the interest of some of the 600,000 Croats who travel abroad annually.
Botswana is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Croatia. While Croatia ranks as the safest country in Europe (15th globally) with a low murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people, Botswana has a higher murder rate of 10.5. According to the Global Peace Index, Botswana ranks 49th out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively safe environment, though not as safe as Croatia. In terms of organized crime, Botswana scores better in certain categories, such as mafia presence (1.0) and state crime (3.0), compared to Croatia's scores. However, Botswana faces challenges with fauna crime (7.5) and has higher rates of female murders (7.6) compared to Croatia (0.7). Overall, while tourists should exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings, Botswana remains a popular and relatively safe destination for travelers.