4-Day Okavango Delta Boat Safari with Moremi and Chief's Island

4 Days Round trip from Okavango delta Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the winding channels, open lagoons, and reed-lined waterways of the Okavango Delta
02 Spend a full day discovering the rich fauna and flora of Moremi Game Reserve
03 Cruise deep into the Delta to Chief's Island for close encounters with aquatic life and nature
04 Stay at Island Safari Lodge on the banks of the Thamalakane River with views over the floodplain
05 Enjoy serene wildlife viewing and birdwatching from the water in Botswana's premier wetland wilderness

Experience the beauty and wilderness of the Okavango Delta on a motorized boat safari to Chief's Island. Explore winding channels, open lagoons, and reed-lined waterways while discovering the rich fauna and flora of this remarkable wetland. Your journey includes time at Island Safari Lodge on the banks of the Thamalakane River, a full-day excursion into Moremi Game Reserve, and a boating safari deep into the Delta. This 4-day experience combines wildlife viewing, scenic waterways, and peaceful moments in one of Botswana's most iconic landscapes.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Maun, Moremi game reserve, Okavango Delta

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Island Safari Lodge, Moremi, Chief's Island and Departure

Day 1: Island Safari Lodge

Arriving at Island Safari Lodge in the afternoon will allow you to relax and enjoy some time by the pool or at the lodge bar and restaurant.

Located on the banks of the Thamalakane River and shaded beneath a huge canopy of large trees, Island Safari Lodge overlooks the river and the floodplain beyond.

Island Safari Lodge is set on a 300-acre private island reserve with several walking trails running through the bush, perfect for a nature walk.

Accommodation includes a buffet dinner. All extras such as beverages and alcohol can be purchased from the lodge bar and restaurant. The guestrooms are comfortable and set in the lodge gardens, with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and TV.

Meal Plan: All meals included

Day 2: Moremi Game Reserve

For this excursion, we will meet and depart from Island Safari Lodge by 6:00 am. We will head north towards Moremi Game Reserve for approximately 45 km. From this point on, we will begin enjoying the rich and diverse fauna and flora this area is famous for.

We will spend the day exploring this wildlife-rich and diverse area, enjoying the scenery, capturing these moments in our minds, and experiencing photographic opportunities of a lifetime.

We then continue to explore the area for the rest of the day. We arrive in Maun late in the afternoon, where you are welcome to enjoy sunset drinks and dinner at the Island Safari Lodge restaurant.

Meal Plan: All meals included

Day 3: Chief's Island - Deep in the Delta Boating Safari

Departing from Island Safari Lodge after a wholesome breakfast, this trip heads north for 45 minutes on water to an area called the Boro.

The Chief's Island trip explores the waterways and channels of the Okavango by boat, enjoying the rich diversity of fauna and flora this area has to offer. Alternatively, you could experience the day on a mokoro should water levels not permit access by boat. Packed meals are available and can be arranged at an extra cost should you wish to arrange this with us.

Exploring the channels of the Okavango Delta, with its array of aquatic life and breathtaking beauty, allows you to experience the sounds and close encounters with nature.

Meal Plan: All meals included

Day 4: Departure

On this morning, check out after having enjoyed a wholesome breakfast. We can arrange a transfer for you to the airport for your onward travel.

Meal Plan: Breakfast (lunch and dinner not included)

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Okavango delta 3 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation in fully serviced mobile safari camps
All meals during the safari
Tea, coffee, and drinking water
Motorized boat safari activities
Professional safari guide and camp staff
Camping equipment and bedding
Return transfers from Maun
Park and conservation fees
Daily camp setup and breakdown

What's Not Included

International and domestic flights
Travel insurance
Visa fees
Personal expenses and gratuities
Accommodation before or after the safari
Items of a personal nature
Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

For a mobile safari in Botswana, pack practical, layered clothing in neutral colors (khaki, beige, 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.

SPF 30+ sunscreen
Sun hat
Sturdy closed-toe shoes
A small pair of binoculars

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 Wi-Fi 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.
Not allowed:
Feeding animals
Swimming
Touching animals
Touching plants
Packed meals can be arranged at an extra cost if requested for the Chief's Island trip.