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

1 Day Round trip from Maun Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Glide through lily-covered Okavango Delta channels in a traditional mokoro
02 Enjoy a packed picnic lunch on a secluded island with panoramic delta views
03 Track wildlife on a guided bush walk across the delta islands
04 Learn about the Okavango Delta's unique ecosystem with local guides

Escape Maun for a full-day adventure into the Okavango Delta, combining a serene mokoro safari with an immersive guided bush walk. After hotel pickup, transfer by 4x4 vehicle or motorboat to the mokoro station and glide through shallow, lily-covered channels with a professional poler guide. Enjoy a packed picnic lunch on a secluded island with panoramic delta views, then head out on a guided nature walk to track wildlife and learn about the delta's unique ecosystem before returning to Maun in the late afternoon.

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

Okavango Delta Mokoro Safari and Guided Bush Walk

Hotel pickup in Maun and transfer by 4x4 vehicle or motorboat to a mokoro station.

In the morning, glide through shallow, lily-covered channels in a traditional mokoro with a professional poler guide.

At midday, enjoy a packed picnic lunch on a secluded island, surrounded by panoramic delta views.

In the early afternoon, take a guided nature walk on the islands to track wildlife and learn about the local ecosystem.

In the late afternoon, return by motorboat or vehicle, arriving back in Maun 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 transportation: hotel pickup and drop-off in Maun, plus 4x4 or motorboat transfers to the mokoro station.
Guided nature walk: an experienced tracker to lead a walking safari on one of the delta islands.
Park and community fees: all mandatory entry permits, national park fees, and community trust levies.
Food and drinks: a packed picnic lunch, light snacks, and bottled mineral water throughout the day.

What's Not Included

Gratuities: tips for your primary tour guide and your local mokoro poler.
Personal items: sunscreen, insect repellent, sun hat, and personal medication.
Alcoholic beverages: soft drinks other than water or alcoholic beverages (unless specifically requested or upgraded).

What to bring

Wear neutral clothing: choose lightweight, long-sleeved clothes in khaki, green, or beige. Avoid bright colors and dark blue or black, which attract biting tsetse flies.
Bring sun protection: pack high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and polarized sunglasses to block the intense water reflection.
Prepare for bugs: apply insect repellent containing DEET, especially for the island walking safari.
Wear enclosed shoes: sturdy walking shoes or sneakers are mandatory for the nature walk to protect against thorns, brush, and insects.

Know before you go

Wear neutral clothing: choose lightweight, long-sleeved clothes in khaki, green, or beige. Avoid bright colors and dark blue or black, which attract biting tsetse flies.
Bring sun protection: pack high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and polarized sunglasses to block the intense water reflection.
Prepare for bugs: apply insect repellent containing DEET, especially for the island walking safari.
Wear enclosed shoes: sturdy walking shoes or sneakers are mandatory for the nature walk to protect against thorns, brush, and insects.

Logistics