The Okavango Delta, located in the heart of Botswana, is one of Africa’s most stunning and diverse ecosystems, with fascinating rivers, grasslands, and islands. With our exploration of Okavango Delta safari possibilities, you may go on an amazing journey into the heart of untamed wilderness. There are numerous safari options available to travellers looking for an unforgettable experience in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. From traditional game drive safaris and walking safaris to mokoro excursions, each safari option promises a distinct perspective on the Okavango Delta’s extensive biodiversity, allowing an opportunity to observe the beauty of this natural environment. Let us journey through the many safari options, revealing the magic that makes the Okavango Delta a must-see destination for safari.
What Wildlife is in the Okavango Delta?
The Okavango Delta is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino). On the Duba Plains in the Okavango Delta, there is a fairly permanent herd of about a thousand buffalo and lions that occasionally hunt them. As a result, you can almost always expect to observe a lion kill in this area. Cheetah, wild dog, lion, leopard, and hyena are the top predators in the Okavango Delta. Large groups of elephants also dominate the area in search of water and food. Springbok, impala, tsessebe, and the rare red lechwe are frequently seen.
Are there Lions in the Okavango Delta?
The Okavango Delta boasts a thriving population of lions, which some claim are significantly larger than any lions found elsewhere. The abundance of buffalo and other prey species creates an ideal environment for these lions to thrive. Here, amid the intricate waterways and landscapes, the Okavango Delta offers a unique habitat that sustains a lion population that often walk and sometimes swim through water.
Okavango Delta & Chobe Safari – 10 Days
Discover why Botswana is one of Africa’s premier wilderness locations with the 10-day Botswana safari. Experience the astonishing wildlife of the Okavango Delta, Khwai River, Moremi Game Reserve and Kazuma Forest Reserve as you spend your nights at some of Botswana’s top lodges and camps.
3 Nights at Mogotlho Safari Lodge, Khwai River
On arrival at Maun Airport, you will be met by the friendly Hideaways team with true African hospitality and transferred by road to Mogotlho Safari Lodge, your comfortable home for the next three nights.
3 Nights at Delta Camp, Moremi Game Reserve
After your last breakfast at Mogotlho Safari Ldoge, you will be transferred by road to the Khwai Airstrip for your charter flight to Delta Camp. Get your first glimpse of the Okavango Delta’s vast expanse and its crystal-clear channels, lagoons, sweeping floodplains and countless islands. Over the next three days, you can explore this area on foot and on mokoro excursions.
3 Nights at Camp Kuzuma, Chobe
With body, mind and soul satisfied, you will fly to Kasane Airport for your next stay at Camp Kuzuma. After arrival, enjoy lunch before taking to the water for a cruise on the Chobe River (dependent on arrival time). Following your water safari, you will be transferred to Camp Kuzuma where you will spend the next three nights. Your stay at Camp Kuzuma in our 11 000 hectare concession will bring amazing wildlife encounters as animals crisscross this wilderness in abundant numbers. It is regarded as the world’s busiest elephant corridor as these members of the Big Five make their way through the surrounding bush.
Book Your Okavango Delta Safari
Get in touch with our dedicated reservations department, where our consultants are eager to assist you in selecting the ideal destination and lodge that perfectly aligns with your preferences. Let our experts guide you through the exciting possibilities and help you craft a trip that will create lasting memories.
