A 14‑day expedition from Maun exploring the Okavango Delta by mokoro, then across the Central Kalahari, Moremi, Savuti and Chobe. Expect intimate water travel, night skies, and multi‑day camping with expert local guides.
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Dawn breaks over a shallow lagoon and a hippo pod rumbles the morning awake; mist lifts from channels where dug‑out mokoros glide like slow needles through mirror water. You stand in a mokoro, poler behind you shifting the canoe with patient thrusts, while Lilac‑breasted rollers flash and giraffe brows the riverine acacia beyond.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
14 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: able to do short bush walks, climb into mokoros and board 4x4s; not technical but stamina for multi‑day camping required
Wildlife
History
Maun grew from a rural frontier trading post into the modern gateway for Okavango safaris; the Central Kalahari gained international attention from research like The Cry of the Kalahari.
Conservation
Many reserves here balance community‑run tourism with wildlife translocations and anti‑poaching work; visitors should minimize single‑use plastics and follow guide instructions to reduce disturbance.
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Balance in the mokoro
Wear low‑profile shoes and keep weight centered; follow your poler’s instructions when boarding and disembarking to avoid tipping.
Malaria protection
Bring and take recommended antimalarial medication and use EPA‑approved repellents—mosquitoes are active at dusk and near water.
Respect wildlife distances
On foot and in vehicles, follow guide directions; never approach animals to take photos—wildlife behavior can change quickly.
Hydration & sun protection
Carry 2–3 liters of water per day, a broad‑brim hat, and high‑SPF sunscreen—the Kalahari sun and reflected delta light are intense.
Lightweight, supportive hiking shoes
Stable footwear for bush walks and uneven sand or pan surfaces.
Binoculars (8x–10x)
Essential for spotting birds and distant game from vehicles and hides.
High‑SPF sunscreen & wide‑brim hat
Protects against strong sun exposure on open pans and water reflections.
summer
Insect repellent with DEET or Picaridin
Reduces insect bites around camps and during dusk activities.
summer