Get to experience Botswana’s wilderness with game drives in Moremi Game Reserve, where full-day drives reveal diverse habitats and iconic wildlife. For a more intimate experience, the Mankwe Private Concession offers half-day drives through its private concession, teeming with wildlife and free from crowds.
Full-Day Game Drives in Moremi Game Reserve
Moremi Game Reserve, a jewel nestled within the Okavango Delta, offers an unparalleled safari experience.
This diverse ecosystem, teeming with life, is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. As the sun rises, embarking on a game drive becomes an adventure, where the thrill of the unknown awaits. The reserve’s diverse landscapes, from open floodplains to dense woodlands, provide a stage for a spectacular wildlife show. Towering elephants, graceful giraffes, and elusive leopards grace the scene, while the air is filled with the symphony of bird calls. The experienced guides, with their intimate knowledge of the reserve, navigate through this wilderness, offering insights into the intricate balance of nature.
Xakanaxa Boat Trip
As an add-on to this day trip, a Xakanaxa boat trip offers a unique perspective on the Okavango Delta’s beauty. Gliding through serene waterways, you’ll encounter a world teeming with life. Hippos bask in the sun, crocodiles lurk in the shadows, and a kaleidoscope of birdlife fills the air. As the boat navigates through narrow channels and expansive lagoons, you’ll have the chance to spot other animals like the African fish eagle and the rarer sitatunga antelope.
Half-Day Game Drives
The Mankwe Private Concession, located on the edge of Moremi Game Reserve, is a hidden gem offering exclusive safari experiences. This area is a gateway to some of Botswana’s most renowned safari locations, including the Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, and the Khwai region.
A half-day game drive in Mankwe is ideal for those who want an intimate and exciting adventure without committing to a full day. This concession features a range of landscapes, from mopane woodlands to open grasslands, teeming with wildlife. Guests may encounter elephants, lions, leopards, and a variety of antelope species, as well as numerous bird species. With fewer vehicles on the concession, you’ll enjoy a more personal and peaceful connection with the African bush. Whether in the soft light of the morning or the cooler air of the afternoon, these drives offer a memorable and rewarding experience, with the chance to see both daytime and nocturnal creatures, especially during spotlight night drives.
Mankwe’s diverse wildlife rivals that of the neighboring reserves, providing plenty of opportunities for sightings, including:
- Big Game: Elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, cheetah, and painted wolves (African wild dogs).
- Plains Game: Giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species like kudu and impala.
- Birdlife: The concession is also excellent for birdwatching, with species like the Southern Ground Hornbill, bateleur eagle, and African fish eagle commonly spotted.
As a private concession, Mankwe also offers spotlight night drives on their private concession. These nighttime excursions provide the opportunity to spot nocturnal wildlife, including bush babies, aardvarks, and leopards.
