3-Day Moremi and Khwai Safari with Mokoro and Night Game Drive

3 Days Round trip from Maun Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Scenic mokoro excursion through Okavango Delta channels with wildlife tracking opportunities
02 Full-day exploration of Moremi's floodplains, continuing into the Khwai area
03 Night game drive in Khwai focused on nocturnal wildlife and predators
04 Early morning game drive along the Khwai River loop
05 Bush dinner around an open fire in the wilderness

Immerse yourself in the wildlife-rich waterways and floodplains of Botswana on this 3-day safari through Moremi and Khwai. Travel in an open 4x4 safari vehicle, then glide through Delta channels by mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) as you scan for elephants, buffaloes, wild dogs, and more. Your days combine unhurried game-viewing drives with a memorable bush dinner around the fire, capped by a Khwai night game drive for the chance to spot elusive nocturnal predators.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Maun, Moremi game reserve

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Maun to Moremi with Mokoro Safari and Bush Dinner

Activity: Enjoy a mokoro (dugout canoe) trip through the Delta channels, with opportunities to track elephants, buffaloes, and wild dogs.
Dinner: Bush dinner around an open fire.
Drive time: ~3-4 hrs from Maun to South Gate in an open 4x4 safari transit vehicle.

Day 02

Moremi Floodplains Exploration and Khwai Night Drive

Activity: Full-day exploration through Moremi's floodplains, crossing into Khwai.
Activity: Night game drive in Khwai to spot nocturnal predators.
Drive time: Slow, leisurely 30-40 km/h game-viewing transit between locations.

Day 03

Khwai River Morning Drive and Return to Maun

Activity: Early morning game drive along the Khwai River loop.
Transfer: Return transit to Maun with continuous roadside wildlife spotting.
Drive time: ~3 hrs back to Maun Airport for afternoon departure flights.

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

Open 4x4 custom safari vehicle transit
Professional, licensed safari guide
All park entry fees and concession fees
2 nights accommodation (luxury camp or mobile tent)
All daily meals, snacks, and campfire bush dinners
Purified drinking water throughout the safari
1x traditional mokoro channel excursion
1x nocturnal night game drive in Khwai

What's Not Included

International or domestic flights to/from Maun
Optional light aircraft bush-plane transfers
Travel and emergency medical evacuation insurance
Discretionary gratuities and tips for guides and camp staff
Personal safari gear and clothing items
Visas or entry requirements, if applicable

What to bring

Neutral Clothing: 3x lightweight shirts, 2x safari trousers, 1x shorts. Choose khaki, beige, olive, or brown. Avoid camouflage (illegal for civilians). Avoid blue/black (attracts Tsetse flies) and bright white (scares wildlife).
Warm Layers: 1x fleece or down jacket, 1x windbreaker, beanie, and gloves. Essential for early morning open-air game drives, which are extremely cold due to the wind chill.
Footwear: 1x pair of broken-in trail shoes or light hiking boots, plus 1x pair of sandals/flip-flops for camp. Thick soles protect against long acacia thorns. Heavy, high-ankle combat boots are unnecessary unless doing walking safaris.
Sun Protection: Wide-brimmed safari hat (with a chin strap), UV sunglasses. The African sun is intense, and open-air safari vehicles offer limited shade.

Know before you go

Malaria Risk: High risk year-round.
The Okavango Delta is a high-risk zone. Consult a travel clinic well in advance for prescription prophylactics (e.g., Atovaquone/Proguanil or Doxycycline). Bring DEET-based insect repellent and wear long sleeves and pants from dusk until dawn.
Yellow Fever: Conditional requirement. A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required only if you are arriving from or transiting through an infected country (e.g., specific neighboring African nations).
Routine Vaccines: Recommended. Ensure your standard boosters (Tetanus, Hepatitis A, and Hepatitis B) are completely up to date before departure.
Water Safety: Do not drink tap or river water. Always consume purified or bottled water provided by your safari operator. Use it for brushing your teeth as well.
Passport, Visa, and Cash Realities
Passport Validity: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date and possess a minimum of 3 blank pages.
Visas: Many nationalities, including US, UK, EU, Canada, and Australia, receive a free 30-to-90-day tourist visa on arrival at Maun Airport. Always double-check your country's specific status before traveling.
Currency and Tipping: The local currency is the Botswana Pula (BWP). While high-end lodges accept major credit cards, cash is necessary for tips, craft markets, and small local purchases. US Dollars (USD) are widely accepted and preferred for tipping safari guides and camp staff.