3-Day Khwai Concession Safari with Game Drives and Mokoro Ride

3 Days Round trip from Maun Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Transfer scenicly from Maun Airport or your Maun accommodation to the Khwai Concession
  • 02 Explore the concession’s diverse habitats on guided game drives to spot wildlife
  • 03 Experience an early-morning safari for the best light, sightings, and scenery
  • 04 Glide through tranquil waterways on a mokoro ride for a unique Delta perspective

Discover Botswana’s wildlife-rich Khwai Concession on a seamless three-day safari, with pick-up from Maun and a scenic transfer into the bush. Settle into camp, meet the welcoming staff, and, depending on arrival time, begin with an introductory game drive. Continue with early-morning drives for prime sightings, unhurried downtime at camp, and a peaceful mokoro (dugout canoe) ride through calm Delta waters. Finish with a final game drive before returning, carrying lasting memories of Khwai’s landscapes, animals, and starlit nights.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Maun, Okavango Delta
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Scenic Journey to Khwai

  • Pick-up from Maun Airport or your lodging in Maun

  • Scenic drive to the Khwai Concession

  • Warm welcome on arrival by camp staff, ready to assist you

  • Depending on your arrival time, optional game drive to explore the area and familiarize yourself with the surroundings

2
Day 02

Game Drive and Mokoro Adventure

  • Start your day early with a wake-up call and head out for an exciting morning game drive. Explore the area, enjoy stunning views, and spot amazing wildlife.

  • Return to camp late in the morning for a tasty brunch, then take some time to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

  • In the afternoon, go on a thrilling mokoro (canoe) ride. Glide through the calm waters of the Delta and experience the beauty of the wild.

  • As the sun sets, return to camp for a hearty dinner. Spend the evening sharing stories around the campfire before heading to bed for a peaceful night under the starry African sky.

3
Day 03

Final Game Drive and Return Journey

  • Today marks the end of your incredible adventure.

  • After an early wake-up call, enjoy a delicious breakfast at camp before heading out on your final game drive.

  • Take in the sights and sounds of the Khwai Concession one last time as you explore the wilderness with your guide.

  • After the game drive, it is time to begin your journey back.

  • As you leave the concession behind, reflect on the unforgettable memories you have made - from serene mokoro rides to thrilling game drives.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Maun 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • Camping equipment
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals
  • Drinks
  • Bed linen
  • Bath towels

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals

What to bring

  • Neutral colors: Pack khaki, olive green, beige, and tan clothing. Avoid bright colors that scare wildlife, and strictly avoid dark blue and black, which actively attract biting tsetse flies.

  • Warm morning layers: A windproof jacket, fleece, beanie, scarf, and lightweight gloves are mandatory for early-morning open 4x4 game drives.

  • Lightweight daywear: Breathable, long-sleeved linen or cotton shirts and convertible zip-off trousers protect against the midday sun and brush.

  • Sturdy footwear: Comfortable, closed-toe trail shoes or lightweight hiking boots with thick socks for guided bush walks. Heavy boots are unnecessary.

  • Malaria prophylaxis: Bring your prescribed preventative pills and a high-concentration DEET or Picaridin insect repellent for ankles and wrists at dusk.

  • Sun shielding: A wide-brimmed safari hat with a chin strap (to stop it blowing off in open vehicles), polarized sunglasses, and SPF 50+ broad-spectrum sunscreen.

  • Personal first-aid: Anti-diarrheal medication, rehydration sachets, antihistamines for bug bites, painkillers, eye drops (for dust), and any chronic prescriptions.

  • Binoculars: A personal pair of 8x42 or 10x42 binoculars is highly recommended. You will miss a massive percentage of birdlife and distant predator action without them.

  • Dust protection: Lightweight dry bags or zip-lock bags to seal your camera, lenses, and phone away from the fine, pervasive Kalahari dust.

  • Water & filtration: At least 5 liters of drinking water per person, per day. Bring a heavy-duty physical water filter or purification tablets for emergency back-up.

  • Cash (BWP): Cash in Botswana Pula to pay the local Khwai Community Trust entrance/camping fees or to tip local mokoro polers and community guides. Credit card machines rarely have connectivity here.

  • Heavy-duty trash bags: Everything you pack in must be packed out. You need thick, wildlife-proof bags to seal garbage inside your vehicle so hyenas do not tear it apart.

  • Lighting: A powerful headlamp or torch with spare batteries. Campsites are pitch black, and you must check your surroundings for wild animals before stepping out of a tent or vehicle at night.

  • Power banks: Bring high-capacity portable power banks. Even luxury camps operating on solar may limit when you can plug into wall outlets.

Know before you go

  • Free transit, paid camping: Passing through the Khwai Community Concession along the main public transit route is free. However, if you enter the neighboring Moremi Game Reserve (via North Gate bridge), you must pay daily Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP) entry fees.

  • Unfenced wild campsites: Campsites within the community concession (like Magotho) are entirely wild and unfenced. Predators like hyenas, elephants, and lions wander freely through the camps at night. Never walk away from your vehicle or tent after dark without a powerful flashlight, and never leave food or trash outside, as it heavily attracts wildlife.

  • Malaria risk: The Okavango Delta is a malaria-endemic area, especially near permanent water sources like the Khwai River. Pack high-quality insect repellent, wear long sleeves at dusk, and consult a doctor regarding preventative malaria medication before your trip.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Maun International Airport or hotel pickup in Maun
Tour start
Maun
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Maun.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $825.00 — $1,265.00
Double Sharing $1,265.00 — $1,865.00

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