1-Day Okavango Delta Mokoro Safari from Maun with Guided Nature Walk

1 Day Round trip from Maun Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hotel pickup and return transfer from Maun for a smooth day out in the delta
02 Silent mokoro canoe experience through clear channels and lush reeds
03 Wildlife viewing opportunities including hippos and crocodiles from the water
04 Packed picnic lunch on a secluded island in the heart of the Okavango Delta
05 Guided nature walk to track animals on foot with a professional guide

Set out from Maun for a full-day mokoro safari into the breathtaking Okavango Delta, where calm waterways, papyrus-lined channels, and water lilies create a truly serene wilderness escape. With a local poler and professional guide, you’ll glide quietly through the delta, keeping watch for wildlife such as hippos and crocodiles along the way.

Midday, pause on a secluded island for a packed picnic lunch, then swap paddles for footprints on a guided nature walk. Tracking wildlife on foot offers a thrilling new perspective as you look for signs of elephants, giraffes, and antelopes before returning by mokoro and transferring back to Maun.

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, Okavango Delta

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Full-Day Mokoro Safari in the Okavango Delta

07:30 - 08:30 AM: You are picked up from your accommodation in Maun. The drive or boat transfer to the mokoro (dugout canoe) station takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
09:30 AM: Meet your local poler and professional guide. Glide silently through the clear channels, passing reeds, water lilies, and wildlife such as hippos and crocodiles.
12:00 PM: Stop on a secluded island in the heart of the delta to enjoy a packed picnic lunch.
01:00 PM: Embark on a guided nature walk, allowing you to track animals such as elephants, giraffes, or antelopes on foot.
03:00 PM: Board the mokoro again for the return journey through the channels.
04:30 - 05:00 PM: Arrive back at the station and transfer back to your hotel in Maun.

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

Transport: Round-trip transfers from your Maun hotel to the boat station.
Mokoro: Hire of the traditional dugout canoe and a local poler.
Guide: A professional, armed safari guide for the nature walk.
Fees: Community trust funds and Okavango Delta entry permits.
Food: A packed picnic lunch and basic bottled drinking water.

What's Not Included

Drinks: Alcoholic beverages, sodas, or specialized snacks.
Tips: Gratuities for your poler and safari guide.
Gear: Personal items like binoculars or specialized camera equipment.

What to bring

Neutral colors: Wear khaki, green, or beige. Avoid bright colors that startle wildlife, and do not wear blue or black, which attract biting tsetse flies.
Sun protection: A long-sleeved UV shirt and lightweight long pants protect against sunburn and sharp reeds.
Wide-brimmed hat: It must have a chin strap to prevent it from blowing off in moving transit boats.
Sturdy walking shoes: Closed-toe trail shoes or sneakers with good grip for the 2-hour bush walk. Do not wear sandals on land due to thorns and scorpions.
Light jacket: Needed for the chilly, windy morning boat transfer.

Know before you go

Wildlife Proximity: You will be at water level in a mokoro with no barriers between you and wild animals like hippos, crocodiles, and elephants. Always follow your poler's instructions instantly.
Armed Guides: The walking safari portion takes place on foot in territory with large predators. Ensure your operator provides an armed, licensed professional guide for the land walk.
Physical Constraints: Sit still in the mokoro to prevent tipping. You must also be physically fit enough to walk for 1.5 to 2 hours in soft sand and high heat.

Logistics