Game Drives in Moremi Game Reserve, located in the heart of the Okavango Delta, offers a unique safari experience across diverse landscapes, including floodplains and dense woodlands. Full-day game drives here give guests the opportunity to witness a variety of wildlife, such as elephants, giraffes, and leopards, while enjoying the sounds of the abundant birdlife. Experienced guides navigate through the reserve, providing insights into the delicate balance of this vibrant ecosystem.
Xakanaxa Boat Trip
As an add-on to a game drive, the Xakanaxa boat trip offers a different perspective of the Okavango Delta. Gliding through serene waterways, guests can observe hippos, crocodiles, and an array of birds, including the African fish eagle. The narrow channels and expansive lagoons also provide a chance to spot rarer species, like the sitatunga antelope, further enhancing the wildlife experience.
Half-Day Game Drives in Mankwe Private Concession
Located on the edge of Moremi Game Reserve, the Mankwe Private Concession offers a more intimate safari experience. These half-day drives explore a variety of landscapes, from mopane woodlands to open grasslands, and provide a chance to see wildlife like elephants, lions, leopards, and antelope. With fewer vehicles on the concession, the experience is peaceful and personal, offering opportunities to spot both diurnal and nocturnal creatures, especially during spotlight night drives.
Wildlife at Mankwe Tented Retreat
Mankwe’s private concession rivals neighboring reserves in terms of wildlife diversity. Game drives here provide sightings of big game, such as elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, cheetah, and painted wolves (African wild dogs). Plains game like giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species are also commonly spotted, along with impressive birdlife, including the Southern Ground Hornbill, bateleur eagle, and African fish eagle.
Spotlight Night Drives
For a truly unique experience, Mankwe offers spotlight night drives on its private concession. These nighttime excursions provide the opportunity to encounter nocturnal wildlife, including bush babies, aardvarks, and leopards, making it an exciting way to experience the African bush after dark.