A Pristine Safari Paradise
Explore the Natural Splendour of Moremi Game Reserve
The Moremi Game Reserve is regarded as the Jewel of the Okavango Delta. The reserve remains one of Africa’s premier wildlife safari destinations. With just over 5,000 square kilometres of terrain in the reserve, which includes fertile plains, channels, grasslands, open country, mopane and acacia wooded areas, the diversity within this protected area allows for the finest safari experience you will find anywhere in Southern Africa. Whatever may be your reason for seeking an African adventure, from first-time traveller to enthusiastic nature photographer or seasoned traveller, the wildlife that awaits you in the Moremi Game Reserve is sure to inspire.
Total Area
4871 Square Kilometres
Elevation
930–950 meters
Extraordinary Adventures in Moremi
Witness Nature's Greatest Wildlife Spectacle
Big Five Wildlife Safaris
Visit one of Botswana’s most sought-after safari locations. The mix of varied habitats creates some of the largest and most concentrated wildlife populations year-round.
- Look for all the Big Five in their natural habitat
- See lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinos
Big Five Sightings
Lion Wildlife Encounters
Leopard Tracking Safaris
Mokoro Canoe Safaris
Slowly glide through the sinuous channels of the Okavango Delta in your traditional mokoro (dug-out canoe) – a fantastic and tranquil way to see the African bush unfold.
- Glide along the crystal clear channels of the Okavango Delta
- Watch for hippos, crocodiles and water birds
Hippo Wildlife Encounters
Crocodile River Sightings
Waterbird Watching Safaris
Predator Tracking Adventures
It is well known for its abundant predators, and tracking down the “hunters” can be thrilling and enjoyable.
- Watch for lions as they hunt
- Follow the leopards through the riverine forests
Expert Predator Tracking
Wildlife Hunting Moments
Predator Safari Experiences
Exceptional Birdwatching
The birdlife of Moremi Game Reserve offers over 400 recorded bird species throughout the year.
- Discover unique and migratory bird species
- View a variety of birds nesting in the woodlands and wetlands
Unique Bird Species
Migratory Bird Sightings
Woodland Bird Watching
Scenic Boat Safaris
View the reserve from its permanent water channels. It offers a different vantage point on the Delta, providing a unique perspective and a chance to see some of its larger species as they cross the waterways.
- Cruise through channels that meander through papyrus thickets
- Observe hippos, crocs and water birds in their natural habitat
Crocodile Channel Sightings
Waterbird Wildlife Watching
Permanent Water Channels
Walking Safaris
During these safaris, you will be getting incredibly intimate with the smaller and more discreet aspects of wildlife and details you typically miss while on a vehicle-based safari.
- Discover native plant life and animal tracks
- Learn the techniques of identifying different wildlife tracks
Intimate Wildlife Encounters
Expert Tracking Techniques
Hidden Nature Details
Our Resolution
A successful promotion of ecotourism & protection of Wildlife
It can combine plains, forests, and grassland ecosystems, even within the Okavango Delta. It protects several wildlife species on the verge of extinction.
Moremi Game Reserve: All About It
Moremi Game Reserve was established in 1963 in partnership with the local Batawana tribe and is regarded as one of Africa's finest conservation successes—a one-of-a-kind conservation model in Botswana.
Conservation Guidelines
Conservation in Moremi also benefits adjacent communities by providing employment opportunities that would not otherwise exist in most of the area, including tourism and safari guiding, hospitality services, conservation, and local businesses.
Our Commitment
Ranger Patrols Monthly
600+
Plant Species Documented
Botswana Safaris
Frequently Asked Questions.
Moremi Game Reserve is set in the eastern portion of the Okavango Delta, a little under 100km (62 miles) northeast of the town of Maun.
The dry season (May – October) offers ideal conditions, with wildlife concentrating at watering holes.
Game drives in Moremi allow you to see the Big 5 (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo), along with African wild dogs, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, various antelope species, and over 400 bird species.
Within the reserve, you can enjoy game drives, mokoro (traditional dug-out canoe) excursions, boat safaris, guided walking safaris, birding safaris, and photographic game drives.
Most visitors reach Moremi by flight from Maun, either on a light aircraft or in an experienced safari operator’s 4×4, or in their own 4×4 with an appropriate setup for the terrain.
