1-Day Okavango Delta Mokoro Trail with Bush Walk from Maun

1 Day Round trip from Maun Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Lodge/hotel pick-up and return in Maun for an easy day trip into the delta
02 Scenic transfer to Boro Mokoro Station by 4x4 (low water) or speedboat (high water)
03 Tranquil mokoro ride through narrow channels, water lilies, and papyrus-lined lagoons
04 Picnic lunch on a secluded delta island
05 1–2 hour guided bush walk to track wildlife and discover the delta on foot

Slip away from Maun for a full-day escape into the Okavango Delta, combining a peaceful mokoro (traditional canoe) journey with an immersive guided bush walk. After an early pick-up, travel north to the Boro Mokoro Station by open 4x4 or speedboat depending on seasonal water levels, then glide through quiet channels framed by papyrus reeds and water lilies as your professional poler navigates the waterways.

Midday, step onto a remote delta island for a packed picnic lunch and a guided nature walk, where you’ll track signs of large game on foot and learn about the delta’s ecology. Spend the afternoon exploring different wetland routes by mokoro before returning to Maun in time for sunset.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Maun, Okavango Delta

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Full-Day Mokoro Trail in the Okavango Delta

06:00 - 07:30 | Morning Departure: Pick-up from your lodge or hotel in Maun.
07:30 - 08:30 | Delta Transit: A 45-to-60-minute transfer north to the Boro Mokoro Station. Note: Depending on seasonal water levels, this transfer is operated via open 4x4 safari vehicles (low water) or a motorized speedboat (high water).
08:30 - 11:30 | Mokoro Glide: Board your fiberglass or wooden mokoro. A professional poler navigates through narrow channels, water lilies, and papyrus reeds.
11:30 - 14:00 | Island Lunch & Bush Walk: Disembark on a remote delta island. Enjoy a packed picnic lunch followed by a 1-to-2-hour guided nature walk to track large game on foot.
14:00 - 16:00 | Afternoon Water Trail: Re-board the mokoro and navigate back to the mainland station through different wetland channels.
16:00 - 17:00 | Return to Maun: Transfer back to your accommodation before sunset.

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

Round-Trip Transfers: Pick-up and drop-off at your central Maun hotel via 4x4 vehicle or motorboat.
Mokoro Equipment: Rental of the traditional dugout canoe (mokoro) and the steering pole.
Professional Guide: A licensed, expert community poler who navigates the waters and tracks game on foot.
Community & Entry Fees: All Okavango Kopano Mokoro Community Trust (OKMCT) community concession entry levies.
Picnic Lunch: A pre-packed cold lunch box (e.g., wraps, sandwiches, or cold meats with fruit and snacks).
Drinking Water: Bottled mineral water throughout the day.

What's Not Included

Alcoholic & Fizzy Drinks: Only basic bottled water is typically provided. You must bring your own sodas or beers.
Tips & Gratuities: Tips for your local poler and 4x4 driver are not included.
Travel Insurance: Personal medical, emergency evacuation, or trip cancellation insurance is entirely your responsibility.
Breakfast & Dinner: Only a packed picnic lunch is covered. You must eat breakfast before departure and arrange your own dinner.
Personal Gear: Sunscreen, insect repellent, sun hats, and specialized safari gear, such as binoculars or telephoto lenses, are not provided.
Lodge Pick-ups Outside Maun: Standard transfers only cover central Maun locations. Lodges located far outside town limits incur an extra fuel surcharge.

What to bring

Sun Protection: High-SPF sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed sun hat with a chin strap.
Footwear: Closed-toe hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers are mandatory for the bush walk's thorny terrain.
Clothing: Neutral, earthy tones (khaki, green, beige). Avoid white (gets dirty), black/dark blue (attracts biting tsetse flies), and camouflage (illegal for civilians in Botswana).
Baggage: Pack everything in a small, waterproof dry bag; water frequently splashes into the bottom of the boat.
Insect Protection: Insect repellent with high DEET content to ward off mosquitoes and flies.

Know before you go

Do NOT swim: The delta waters harbor massive populations of crocodiles and aggressive hippos.
Keep hands inside: Do not let your hands dangle in the water over the edge of the mokoro.
Sit completely still: Mokoros are unstable; sudden movements or standing up can instantly capsize the boat.
Obey the poler: Follow all instructions immediately during the bush walk to avoid dangerous wildlife encounters.
Walk in single file: Always walk behind the guide in a straight line during the walking safari.
Guided bush walk: This 1-to-2-hour walking safari is optional.