1-Day Mokoro Safari in the Okavango Delta with Island Walking

1 Day Round trip from Mau Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Glide through the quiet channels of the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro
  • 02 Enjoy close wildlife and bird encounters in Botswana's peaceful wilderness
  • 03 Step onto remote islands for guided hiking safaris and bush interpretation
  • 04 Swim and fish in designated safe delta channels surrounded by nature

Mokoro Safari is a water-based journey through the quiet channels of the Okavango Delta, guided by an expert poler through Botswana's peaceful, untouched wilderness. Glide silently past reed-lined banks for close wildlife and bird encounters, then step onto remote islands for guided hiking safaris that reveal tracks, plants, and signs of life in the bush. The experience also includes swimming and fishing in designated safe delta channels, adding a refreshing and immersive way to enjoy the Delta's natural serenity.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Okavango Delta
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Mokoro Safari and Island Walking in the Okavango Delta

Your experience begins with tranquil mokoro excursions, gliding silently through winding channels in a traditional dugout canoe guided by an expert poler. As you move through the clear waters, you may encounter hippos surfacing in the distance, elephants feeding along the reed-lined banks, and a rich variety of birdlife such as kingfishers, herons, and fish eagles. The slow pace allows you to notice the smallest details of the ecosystem, from water lilies to insect life.

Next, you step onto remote islands for guided hiking safaris. On foot, your guide interprets animal tracks, plant uses, and signs of wildlife activity, bringing you closer to the rhythm of the bush in a safe and controlled way. The landscape shifts between open floodplains and shaded woodland, offering chances to spot antelope, warthog, and other plains game.

The experience continues with swimming and fishing in designated safe delta channels, where the calm, clear waters provide a refreshing escape. Here, you can relax, cast a line for bream or tilapia, or simply float in the natural surroundings, fully immersed in the serenity of the Delta.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Mau 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation
  • All meals are included throughout the safari tour
  • Transfers from the airport to the camp
  • Mokoro excursions
  • Fishing activities in safe delta channels
  • Guided hiking safaris on remote islands
  • Swimming in designated safe delta waters
  • Bottled water during all activities
  • Professional tour guide throughout the safari

What's Not Included

  • International flights to and from the destination
  • Visa fees and travel documents, if required
  • Travel insurance and personal medical expenses
  • Premium drinks, alcoholic beverages, and soft drinks not specified
  • Gratuities and tips for guides and camp staff
  • Personal items and souvenirs
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Any items of a personal nature not specifically mentioned in the inclusions

What to bring

For a mobile safari in Botswana, pack practical, layered clothing in neutral colors such as khaki, beige, and olive, a warm fleece for chilly mornings, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and sun protection. You must bring a high-quality camera, binoculars, a headlamp, and essential personal toiletries in flexible, soft-sided luggage.

Know before you go

  • Campsite setup: You will sleep in comfortable, walk-in canvas tents. Most setups feature camp beds with real linens, a small bucket shower filled by staff, and a private bush toilet.
  • Unfenced wilderness: Because campsites lack fences, wild animals frequently walk right through camp. You must zip your tent at all times and stay inside after dark.
  • Digital detox: Mobile camps are completely off-grid. Prepare to be disconnected, with no WiFi or cell service.
  • Early starts: Days begin early with pre-sunrise wake-up calls, around 5:30 AM, to catch predators at their most active.
  • Game drives: You will spend hours bouncing along uneven tracks in open 4x4 safari vehicles.
  • Camp life: You return to camp for hot meals prepared by the support crew, swapping stories around the campfire.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Maun International Airport
Tour start
Mau
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Mau.

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USD 180 /person
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Estimated room rates

Single Room $180.00 — $235.00
Double Sharing $235.00 — $280.00
Triple Sharing $280.00 — $310.00

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