MOGODITSHANE AND WEST AREA MAP

The map covers the western area from Mogoditshane, near Gaborone. You can get off westbound buses along A12 (to Kumakwane, Thamaga, Mosopa, Kanya, Jwaneng) to visit Gabane or Mopane. To explore each village, take a direct bus from the Gaborone Bus Rank. Buses to Gaborone run every 15–20 minutes on A12 and A10.
All spots information
17 spots
Attractions
Bahurutshe Cultural Village
Attractions

Botswana Cultural Experience Village (see Facebook). Best enjoyed in a group. Booking required. 🚗: Short walk from Mmangodi-bound bus stop 📞: 72419170 ✉: culturalvillage@gmail.com

Privately-run museum showcasing Mmangodi’s history and local crafts. Currently expanding with a new restaurant (as of June 2025). 🚗: 3 min walk from Mmangodi-bound bus stop 📞: 74003107
ROCK PAINT
Attractions

Rock paintings believed to be left by Khoikhoi and San peoples. Local guide available from around 9:00 to 16:00. Nearby site linked to David Livingstone. Approx. 1-hour visit. 🚗: Get off Manyana-bound bus 📞: 5930253
MOKOLODI GAME RESERVE
Attractions

Game reserve with giraffes, zebras, and more. Morning and afternoon game drives are available. Nice restaurant on-site. 📞: 316 1955
Shops & Crafts
GABANE POTTERY
Shops & Crafts

Pottery made with Mokorodi clay, sold in Prehano Village. Open weekdays & Saturdays until ~14:00. Call if visiting later. Toilet available. 🚗: 8 min walk from Gabane Route 2 stop 📞: 71790983
THAMAGA POTTERY
Shops & Crafts

Lovely pottery studio. Open weekdays & Saturdays from around 8am to late afternoon. Neighboring workshop also open for visits. On-site café (opening days vary) and toilet available. Highly recommended. 📞: 73787580 Google Map
HANIFAH MACRAME JEWELLY
Shops & Crafts

Handmade necklaces and bracelets using Botswana agate. Available direct or at Main Mall. 🚗: Mmopane Route 1 📞: 71 545 358
BONECARVING
Shops & Crafts

Bone craft workshop by the artist who made the elephant at the airport. Creates a wide range from bracelets to trophies. Moved to the center of the city of Gaborone (Aug 2025) 📞: 74146549
BEADS WORKGROUP
Shops & Crafts

Women’s group at Kgotla making beaded crafts and Letesi earrings. Some items are sold at Thapon. Call the office before visiting. 📞: 59690095
PUNI ART GALLERY
Shops & Crafts

Female artist in Tloaneng creating eco-friendly works (cards, ornaments, etc.) with a 3R focus. Accessible via Kombi; also available at BotswanaCraft. 📞: 72557949
TSHWARAGANO BRIGADES
Shops & Crafts

Handmade items by students of the vocational school's entrepreneur club, HAPPY HEARTS CREATIONS (PTY). 📞: 3947058
PHANEPHA LEATHERWORK
Shops & Crafts

Leather crafts made at home workshop – bags, belts, pouches. Custom orders available. Contact via WhatsApp or Facebook. 🚗: Mmopane Route 1 📞: 72 668 813
TURNLITE MALL
Shops & Crafts

Last mall on the west side. Includes SPAR, paid toilets, pharmacy, KFC, and ATMs.
DIVINE MORULA
Shops & Crafts

Marula product company run by a passionate woman. Makes jam, atchar, lip balm, and oil. Available at Square Mart, Sanitas, and BotswanaCraft. Contact for bulk orders. 📞: 71325757
Food & Drink
THORAMOSESE MARKET
Food & Drink

Area with around 12 street stalls. From late afternoon, 3 popular chicken skewer stands open. Outdoor gym equipment available further west near the sports field.
HOMETOWN PIZZA
Food & Drink

Recommended: Mexican pizza with extra cheese. Drinks available at the bar next door. Chill out in the garden eat-in space. 🚗: 1 min walk from bus stop 📞: 72539197
REJA SETSO
Food & Drink

Outdoor restaurant serving signature Tswana chicken. Open weekdays only from 12:00. 🚗: Get off Gabane 1/2/3 combi or westbound bus en route 📞: 76793221