The Moremi Game Reserve is situated north-east of Maun in the Okavango Delta and covers nearly 5000 square kilometres, approximately 30 percent of the Okavango Delta. The habitats here vary from open grasslands, isolated island sanctuaries and papyrus-fringed channels to low sandy islands and dry land on which wildlife and plants thrive. Trees such as real fan palms, sycomore figs, jackal-berry and mangosteen characterise these island communities separated by open grassland and fragrant wild sage.
The most prominent of Moremi’s several distinctive components is Chief’s Island, an enormous game rich expanse of forest and savanna between the Boro and Santantadibe rivers to the west. Roughly 1,000 square kilometers in size, it is the largest expanse of solid ground within the Okavango Delta. The island was originally the principal hunting ground of Chief Moremi, but it is now part of the game reserve that bears his name.
There are no fences around the reserve, hence the animals are free to migrate to and from the Chobe Park to the north. Massive tracts of pristine parkland and privacy can be found here, encountered in very few places in Africa. The Government limits the number of guests allowed at any one time. This factor plays a major role and has made Botswana one of the more attractive options when it comes to choosing a safari destination.
Kudiakam Pan is situated within the Nxai Pan National Park and is one of the pans that forms the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. Sandwiched between Nxai Pan and the main road, Kudiakam Pan is the largest of an interesting complex of pans lying in sparse bush east of the track to Nxai. The pans themselves are ancient salt lakes.
They were named after the famous painter and explorer Thomas Baines in 1862.These group of Baobabs are known as the sleeping sisters. Baines’ Baobabs is a significant tourist attraction in Nxai Pan. These amazing botanical, succulent trees are surrounded endless plains, and have always captivated travellers visiting Botswana.
From early December onwards, thousands of plains zebras embark on an incredible journey that begins with them covering 240km in just over a fortnight. The herds leave the northern region of the Chobe River, heading south to Nxai Pan National Park. They stay in the park for two months, then return to the wetter regions of Namibia for the dry season.
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The vast numbers and diversity of wildlife found in this area all year round is magnificent, from herds of buffalo to tiny steenbok, a pretty dwarf antelope species. Elephant, impala, spotted hyaena, lion, leopard and cheetah are all found here and even small predators like serval and side-striped jackal are occasionally seen. Birdlife is prolific, with waterfowl like African Jacana, Pygmy-Geese, massive Goliath Heron and migrant waders in summer being particularly common. This abundance and variety is due to the area’s position on the ecotone between the ancient Kalahari sands and vegetation of Chief’s Island, and the more modern, water-borne sediments and grasses of the Okavango Delta fan to the west.
In addition, the annual inundation and drying of the floodplains allow the large numbers of wildlife to utilise both habitats to the maximum. When the inundation of water arrives in the area between March and May each year, large mammals are able to move into the Chief’s Island area. The wetlands are fringed by large hardwood trees, containing shade, cover, nesting areas, and food, for a wide variety of mammals and birds. By September and October the wetlands have started to recede leaving behind vast floodplains of short green grass when the rest of the large islands are at their driest.
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The Okavango Delta is one of Africa's most stunning wildlife areas. A true wilderness, the Okavango is home to some of the best safari camps in Africa.
The Chobe River in the National Park is renowned elephants that dominate the land, while a whole host of water-loving wildlife flock to the riverbanks to drink.
Of all the areas in the Kalahari, this is the one most dominated by the Okavango River. The western side of the Panhandle is easy to access.
Our Excursions are short two to three night safaris at our Permanent Camps with transfers starting and ending either in Maun or Kasane.
To explore is to discover and our Explorations visit a combination of our Permanent Camps in different wildlife areas for four nights or more with transfers.
Expeditions are longer safaris that visit our Expedition Camps or combine them & our Permanent Camps on a voyage of discovery with all transfers.
Nestled amongst giant mangosteen trees and accessible only by boat, the Lodge is home to a myriad of birds.
Mogogelo is a classic tented safari camp in a private concession bordering Moremi Game Reserve.
Xaxaba Camp is located on a private island deep within the heart of the Okavango Delta.
Located in the Khwai Community Concession, the camp is in the north-eastern sector of the Okavango Delta & on the border of Moremi Game Reserve.
Camp Savuti is located along the Savute Channel in northern Botswana. The Savuti is well known in Botswana for some incredible wildlife.
Lying like a hidden gem within the Chobe National Park, Camp Linyanti is secluded in a wildlife area of undisturbed natural beauty.
Our Expedition Camps are accommodated in larger Meru-styled tents. All tents have en-suite bathrooms, comfortable beds and an small outdoor sitting verandah.
Guests at our Exploration Camps are accommodated in dome tents with direct access to en-suite bathroom facilties including a bucket shower, toilet and wash basin.
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All our camps and expedition operations are owned and managed by local men and woman of Botswana. Most started their safari careers as guides in the industry.
We are dedicated to arranging a memorable safari and welcoming you to Botswana. You can expect personalised service from your initial enquiry through to the end of your safari.
We have many years of experience in arranging a safari in Botswana and are specialists in the wildlife areas that we operate. You can expect honest and expert travel advice of the highest calibre from our team.
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