Okavango Delta Safari
A reed-lined watery oasis in the heart of the Kalahari

Discover one of nature’s masterpieces. The Okavango Delta in Botswana is one of the world’s largest inland deltas. It’s known for its sprawling grassy plains, meandering channels and rewarding wildlife encounters. This World Heritage Site sustains vast quantities of elephant, buffalo, hippo, giraffe, zebra and more. It’s also a predator’s paradise, supporting lion, leopard and wild dog.
With a large choice of private reserves and luxury safari camps, an Okavango Delta safari is an ideal choice for a honeymoon or couple’s holiday. Explore the papyrus-flanked islands and waterways of this lush animal habitat by mokoro (a traditional dugout canoe), boat, horseback or on game drives for up-close wildlife encounters and rewarding sightings of abundant birdlife.
To add on another highlight to your Okavango Delta safari, visit the Moremi Game Reserve, which occupies the east and central areas of the region. Moremi Game Reserve is also home to Chief’s Island and Xakanaxa Lagoon.
Best Time to Visit the Okavango Delta:
The Okavango Delta is hot for most of the year, particularly from October to December; May through August sees warm days with cool nights. Some roads may become impassable in the wet season (November to March). The drier months (July to October) are a popular time to visit when wildlife-viewing reaches a peak.
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Savour the tranquility of cruising reed-lined channels or experience the thrill of a game drive.
Glide through narrow waterways seeking out an abundance of birds and wildlife in a mokoro.
Take a walk on the wild side. At the Okavango Delta, it doesn’t get much wilder than a guided island walk.
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Top Experiences in Okavango Delta Safari
Savour the tranquility of gliding through the reed-lined channels of the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro, a dugout canoe steered quietly by a skilled poler.
As you drift across still waters, surrounded by lilies and waving papyrus, you’ll encounter a world rich in life, from tiny frogs clinging to reeds to elephants wading gracefully nearby. For those seeking more adrenaline, action-packed game drives across the delta’s grassy plains offer the chance to spot lions, leopards, and herds of buffalo up close. Each journey, whether by water or land, unveils new wonders of this remarkable ecosystem. The Okavango is a place where silence speaks, and every track, ripple, or distant call hints at the wild beauty that surrounds you. Whether you’re floating peacefully or bouncing along rugged trails, game viewing here is an unforgettable, deeply rewarding experience that captures the essence of untamed Africa.
A mokoro cruise in the Okavango Delta is a serene and immersive journey into one of Africa’s most pristine and enchanting wildernesses. A mokoro is a traditional dugout canoe, expertly guided by a local poler who uses a long wooden pole to glide silently through the shallow, crystal-clear waters. As you drift between papyrus reeds and lily-dotted lagoons, the only sounds are the soft splash of water and the calls of distant birds.
From this low, water-level vantage point, you can spot a wealth of wildlife—delicate reed frogs clinging to stems, colorful kingfishers darting overhead, and elephants feeding in the shallows. Occasionally, hippos or lechwe antelopes may appear, adding to the thrill. With no engine noise, the experience is peaceful, meditative, and deeply connected to nature.
A mokoro cruise is not just about wildlife; it’s about slowing down, absorbing the delta’s rhythms, and experiencing its untouched beauty in the most intimate way possible.
Take a walk on the wild side. At the Okavango Delta, it doesn’t get much wilder than a guided island walk.
The luxury of a private concession within a national reserve means that certain activities – like night drives and selective off-roading – is possible, allowing for up-close and unique encounters with the local wildlife.



