1-Day Moremi Game Reserve Safari from Maun with Big Five Wildlife

1 Day Round trip from Maun Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Moremi Game Reserve, now a Big Five destination
02 Spot over 400 bird species, including migratory and endangered birds
03 Catch glimpses of big game naturally occurring in the area
04 Pass lagoons, pools, and flat plains along the river channels
05 Rely on your experienced guide to take you where sightings are most likely

Enjoy a guided day trip from Maun to Moremi Game Reserve, featuring a full day of wildlife viewing and birdwatching in one of Botswana’s most exceptional protected areas. Renowned for its diverse populations of herbivores and predators, Moremi is also home to over 400 bird species, including migratory and endangered varieties. With the recent reintroduction of black and white rhinos, the reserve is also recognized as a Big Five destination. Depart at dawn by safari vehicle, take time for a packed lunch during the day, and return to Maun in the late afternoon after an immersive experience in the natural environment.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Maun, Moremi game reserve

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Full-Day Safari in Moremi Game Reserve from Maun

Guided day trip from Maun to Moremi Game Reserve, dedicated to wildlife viewing and birdwatching (over 400 bird species).
Includes a packed lunch and convenient hotel transfers for a seamless experience.
Ideal for travelers who want to experience Moremi without an overnight stay.
Early morning departure from Maun in a safari vehicle, accompanied by a guide.
Excellent game viewing, with all major naturally occurring herbivore and carnivore species in the region.
Over 400 bird species, including many migratory and some endangered.
Black and White Rhino have been recently reintroduced (rare sightings), making Moremi a Big Five destination: lions, leopards, rhinoceros, elephants, and Cape buffalo.
Midday break for a light lunch, then continue exploring lagoons, pools along river channels, and open plains.
Return to Maun in the late afternoon after a full day immersed in nature.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Maun 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Park fees
Packed lunch
Snacks
Coffee and tea
Soft drinks and water

What's Not Included

Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities (please tip your guide after the tour)
Any further transportation or accommodation other than hotel transfer
Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government-imposed increase of taxes

What to bring

Pack light, durable layers in neutral colors (khaki, beige, olive green).
Avoid bright colors, which scare wildlife, and blue/black, which attract biting Tsetse flies.
Warm layers: a thick jacket, beanie, and scarf. Winter mornings (May-August) routinely drop to 5°C (41°F) during open-top game drives.
Sturdy closed shoes: avoid flip-flops around camp after dark due to scorpions, snakes, and thorns.
Wide-brimmed hat and polarized sunglasses: to reduce glare when spotting wildlife near the water.
Headlamp with red-light mode: keeps your hands free at camp and avoids attracting swarms of insects to your face.

Know before you go

Dry Season (May to October): Best for wildlife viewing, as animals cluster around dwindling water sources. Roads are dry, but deep sand increases.
Wet Season (November to April): Beautiful green scenery and bird watching, but tracks turn into deep, clay-like mud ('black cotton soil'), and many roads become impassable.

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