Okavango Delta

Africa's Last Eden: An oasis of permanent floodplains, dynamic waterways, and unparalleled wildlife.

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Okavango Delta & Moremi

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The Okavango Delta in Botswana is one of the world's largest inland delta systems. Formed where the Okavango River empties into the Kalahari Desert sands, this UNESCO World Heritage site is a vibrant maze of lagoons, channels, and islands, anchored by the rich protections of the Moremi Game Reserve.

Key Wildlife

The delta sustains incredible biodiversity, sheltering world-famous concentrations of large African predators and highly specialized wetland species.

  • Apex Predators: Large prides of Lions, elusive Leopards, and an essential global stronghold for Endangered African Wild Dogs.
  • Wetland Specialists: Sitatunga Antelopes, Red Lechwe, massive Hippo pods, and Nile Crocodiles.
  • Birding Paradise: Home to over 400 species, including Pel's Fishing Owl and the African Fish Eagle.

Access Gates & Controls

Unlike other KAZA regions, much of the interior delta is completely roadless and accessible only via fly-in charter flights.

  • South Gate (Maqwee): Primary overland entry into Moremi from the direction of Maun.
  • North Gate (Khwai): Direct transition point linking northern Moremi with the community-run Khwai concessions.
  • Shorobe (Mawana) Gate: Critical veterinary disease boundary. Strict inspection for raw meat when traveling south.

Infrastructure Network

The travel grid seamlessly pairs completely self-sufficient overlander campsites with ultra-exclusive deep-delta wilderness lodges.

  • Bush Airstrips: 24 active fly-in strips handling all transfers to remote water-based concessions.
  • Public Campsites: Iconic 4x4 overland stopovers including Third Bridge Camping and North Gate Campsite.
  • Premier Wilderness Lodges: World-renowned bases such as Mombo Camp, Duba Plains, and Sandibe.

Pro Tip

When routing your trip through the Shorobe (Mawana) Gate, ensure you consume or thoroughly cook all fresh red meats before heading southbound back toward Maun to avoid confiscation by veterinary officials.