2-Day Moremi Game Reserve Safari with Mokoro or Sunrise Game Drive

2 Days Round trip from Maun Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Open-sided 4x4 safari cruising from Maun into Moremi Game Reserve
02 Deep game tracking through varied habitats, from mopane woodlands to floodplains
03 Private, unfenced wilderness camping with dinner around the campfire
04 Sunrise safari drive or traditional mokoro excursion in Okavango Delta channels
05 Final wildlife loop through the reserve before returning to Maun

Immerse yourself in the wild heart of Botswana on this 2-day safari from Maun into Moremi Game Reserve. Travel in an open-sided 4x4 safari cruiser, tracking wildlife across mopane woodlands and floodplains as your guide reads the landscape and follows fresh signs of animal movement. Spend the night at a private, unfenced wilderness campsite deep in the bush, with dinner around the campfire. On day two, greet the Delta at sunrise with a game drive or glide quietly by traditional mokoro through Okavango waterways before a final tracking loop and return to Maun by late afternoon.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Maun, Moremi game reserve, Okavango Delta

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Maun to Moremi for Deep Bush Game Tracking

Morning Departure: Early morning pickup from your Maun accommodation in an open-sided 4x4 safari cruiser. Drive toward South Gate.
Afternoon Exploration: Enjoy deep game tracking across diverse habitats, including mopane woodlands and floodplains, while spotting the reserve's complex wildlife systems.
Evening Experience: Settle into a private, unfenced wilderness campsite deep within the bush for dinner around the campfire.

Day 02

Sunrise Delta Experience and Return to Maun

Morning Activity: Enjoy a sunrise game drive or a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) excursion through the eastern channels of the Okavango Delta water networks.
Afternoon Return: Complete a final tracking loop as you exit the reserve gates, then travel back to Maun, arriving by late afternoon.

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transportation: Return transfers from Maun, either from the airport or your hotel, in an open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle.
Park Fees: All Moremi Game Reserve entry fees and vehicle conservation levies.
Meals and Drinks: Three full meals per day, cooked by a camp chef on mobile safaris, plus bottled water, coffee, tea, and juice.
Activities: At least two to three game drives.
Guiding: Services of a certified, professional Botswana wilderness guide and a camp assistant/chef.

What's Not Included

International & Regional Flights: Airfare from your home country to Maun International Airport (MUB) is never included. Any regional hopper flights (e.g., flying from Johannesburg to Maun) are also extra.
Crew Gratuities (Tips): Tipping your professional guide, safari chef, and camp assistants is customary but completely excluded from the upfront cost. You should budget roughly $20 to $30 USD per day total for the tipping kitty.
Travel and Medical Evacuation Insurance: Comprehensive insurance covering trip cancellation, medical emergencies, and emergency wilderness evacuation is mandatory for entering remote areas like the Central Kalahari and is not included in your tour price.
Premium Beverages: While drinking water, tea, coffee, and sometimes local beers or wines are included, premium spirits, specific wine requests, and imported sodas must be purchased separately.
Pre- and Post-Safari Accommodations: If you need to spend the night in Maun before your day 1 departure or after your day 10 return, the hotel or lodge booking is usually excluded.

What to bring

Layered clothing: The temperature swings are drastic. Bring a warm fleece, sweater, or windproof jacket for early mornings, and short sleeves for hot afternoons.
Long trousers and long-sleeve shirts: Essential for the evening to protect against mosquitoes and tsetse flies.
Comfortable closed-toe shoes: Sneakers or light hiking trail shoes. Do not wear sandals or flip-flops on game drives or around camp at night.
Sun protection: A wide-brimmed hat (with a chin strap so it doesn't blow off the moving vehicle) and sunglasses.
Color rule: Wear khaki, beige, olive green, or brown. Avoid white (gets dirty instantly), bright colors (which can scare wildlife), and strictly avoid dark blue or black (which attract biting tsetse flies).

Know before you go

Malaria Zone: Moremi is a high-risk malaria area. Consult a doctor before traveling to obtain preventative medication (prophylaxis).
Insect Repellent: Bring a high-DEET insect repellent, and pack long-sleeve shirts and trousers for the evenings when mosquitoes are most active.
No Fences: Most campsites inside Moremi are completely unfenced. Wild animals - including lions, hyenas, and elephants - can and do walk through the camps at night. You must never leave your tent after dark without a guide.
Limited Charging: If you are doing a mobile camping safari, there is no electricity. You will need to charge your cameras and phones using the safari vehicle's cigarette lighter or by bringing a high-capacity portable power bank.
Luggage Restrictions: Space in the 4x4 safari vehicles is strictly limited. Most operators require you to pack light using a soft-sided duffel bag rather than a hard-shell suitcase.
No Connectivity: Expect to be completely offline. There is virtually no cell service or Wi-Fi inside the reserve.
Some mid-range tours include local beers and wines.
A 1 to 2-hour boat cruise or mokoro (dug-out canoe) excursion may be included, depending on the operator.
Accommodation may be provided as all camping equipment (tents, mattresses, sleeping bags/linen) or as a lodge stay, depending on the operator.