The first part of The Shell Tourist Travel and Field Guide of Botswana provides general information on the country such as history, people, geology, government, population, climate etc. The second part provides traveling information such as How to get there, Where to stay, Best season to visit, Park Reservations, Health, Clothing, Road conditions, Visas, Currency, Immigration and Customs etc. The third part of the book provides a detailed description of each tourist area with detailed maps and many photographs. Towards the back of the book is an animal and bird checklist. At the back of The Shell Tourist Travel and Field Guide of Botswana is a directory with useful contact details of lodges and camps. The map is A1 size with a full map of Botswana on one side and enlarged maps of the game reserves on the other.