Moremi Wildlife Reserve
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HighlandLass24
Baltimore, MD193 contributions
Aug 2022
Great park if seen with a guide that knows how to track and look for the animals. We were able to see two cheetah hunting impala - a mother and son cheetah. It was an amazing sight and the absolute highlight of my trip. Great wildlife viewing.
Written August 13, 2022
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Amanda G
West Jefferson, NC100 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
This was one of the best areas to see a lot of animals. The guides and drivers were amazing and knowledgeable. They taught us how to track and find the animals. We got the chance to see the circle of life and animals trying to hunt for there next meal. Something I will never forget! It was amazing! I highly recommend this area!
Written August 10, 2024
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skivor
Bristol, UK139 contributions
Apr 2012 • Couples
We booked this safari with Naturetrek Holidays although the Botswana holiday was run by Letaka safaris. As this was shoulder season we got a great price including flight (in fact our normal safari company did not know how they could do it at this cost!). Overnight flight BA to Joburg (no direct flights to Maun) arrives around 7 am. Air Botswana flight due to leave for Maun 10.30 but they are notorious for last-minute re-scheduling and this trip no exception, after several desk changes, queues we eventually departed at 12.15. If we did this again we would fly out a day earlier and overnight Joburg (as one couple had done) or Maun, preferably the latter as you would then overcome the Air Botswana "hurdle". Our group of 16 was met at Maun by our 2 guides Nkosi and Disho, both very friendly and as we were to discover, very knowledgeable. By the time we set off it was around 1.30 and we now had a 6 hour drive to our camp (don't sit in the back row!). After around 45 minutes of road the track gradually degrades and you soon know you are on safari! Game began to show quite quickly and sightings included an aardwolf (very rare never mind in daylight!) and long-tailed paradise whydahs and several pearl-spotted owlets. This helped a lot on what was an arduous drive. We arrived at our camp late evening. No lodge but comfortable tents with nets on walls for stuffing things in. You really don't need to take much as camp staff will wash clothes but NOT underwear. A head torch is essential, we soon found that the only time we spent in our tent was in the darkness and although a lamp is provided, the head torch proved invaluable, especially for walking round camp after dark. Dense-soled shoes are also a must, I wore crepe-soled safari boots but the first night an acacia thorn penetrated easily but I saved things by withdrawing my foot quickly. Perhaps some company should produce "guaranteed thornproof soles"!
Bucket showers and long-drop loos, sufficient but not luxurious. Tip for bucket showers, turn, get wet, turn off, soap all over, rinse off, then one bucket does two (refills not easy to get!).
Wake up calls 5.15, coffee/tea and biscuits from 5.30, morning drive started 6.15. Could be bitterly cold, used windproof fleece and/or shell anorak. Light appears about 6.30 and sun from around 8.30-9 when we stop for breakfast hot drink and snacks. Mornings were long, often did not return for lunch until 1. Temperatures unseasonably hot hitting 38 C several days,
must have wide-brimmed hat, at least SPF 30 sunblock and polarised sunglasses. Good thing NO TSETSE flies here, they were eradicated several years ago. Lunch, shower, brief rest until tea at 3.30 then drive from 4.15 until sunset. After 4 nights we move camp and have to make long detour to Khwai conservancy as short cut has flooded it. Same routine there but as this is outside the game reserve night drives are allowed and we make full use starting after dinner and returning around 10 pm. Took a mokoro excursion where I did not believe how little game/birds we saw, peaceful but for £40 would rather have sat by a waterhole! Presence of water all around certainly provides great contrasts in habitat and species and also hairy crossings in the jeep.
Overall saw masses of wildlife, 240 species of bird and many mammals. Even a lion which we had seen stalking a breeding herd of buffalo get his desserts killing a young calf that had not been able to keep up with the constantly moving adults. Don't be ashamed to cry! Lots did and all of us felt sobered by witnessing the despair of the mother before her resignation and the death of the calf. Then around the next corner a honey badger caught out in the daylight! Something always unexpected on safari. After 8 days we were exhausted but happy having spent longer on game drives than many would do on 14 day regimented trips. Great guides, great company and we didn't mind tents at all and it certainly is a cheaper option. Would we go back, yes next year, oh blast we can't we've booked to see whales in La Baja!
Bucket showers and long-drop loos, sufficient but not luxurious. Tip for bucket showers, turn, get wet, turn off, soap all over, rinse off, then one bucket does two (refills not easy to get!).
Wake up calls 5.15, coffee/tea and biscuits from 5.30, morning drive started 6.15. Could be bitterly cold, used windproof fleece and/or shell anorak. Light appears about 6.30 and sun from around 8.30-9 when we stop for breakfast hot drink and snacks. Mornings were long, often did not return for lunch until 1. Temperatures unseasonably hot hitting 38 C several days,
must have wide-brimmed hat, at least SPF 30 sunblock and polarised sunglasses. Good thing NO TSETSE flies here, they were eradicated several years ago. Lunch, shower, brief rest until tea at 3.30 then drive from 4.15 until sunset. After 4 nights we move camp and have to make long detour to Khwai conservancy as short cut has flooded it. Same routine there but as this is outside the game reserve night drives are allowed and we make full use starting after dinner and returning around 10 pm. Took a mokoro excursion where I did not believe how little game/birds we saw, peaceful but for £40 would rather have sat by a waterhole! Presence of water all around certainly provides great contrasts in habitat and species and also hairy crossings in the jeep.
Overall saw masses of wildlife, 240 species of bird and many mammals. Even a lion which we had seen stalking a breeding herd of buffalo get his desserts killing a young calf that had not been able to keep up with the constantly moving adults. Don't be ashamed to cry! Lots did and all of us felt sobered by witnessing the despair of the mother before her resignation and the death of the calf. Then around the next corner a honey badger caught out in the daylight! Something always unexpected on safari. After 8 days we were exhausted but happy having spent longer on game drives than many would do on 14 day regimented trips. Great guides, great company and we didn't mind tents at all and it certainly is a cheaper option. Would we go back, yes next year, oh blast we can't we've booked to see whales in La Baja!
Written July 15, 2012
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Tuus
Laag-Soeren, The Netherlands443 contributions
Dec 2016 • Family
I think because there has not been a lot of rain, the Delta was rather dry, we were lucky to see a lot of game. We had a wonderful guide, called Chemical, no effort too much to show and explain us.
Written January 8, 2017
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Nelson C
Salvador, BA1,435 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
The Moreno Wildlife Reserve proved to us that we made a good decision going there. Our guides were very learned with the Bayei culture and the contemporary life of the reserve. In the past, when a boy turned 18 he had to kill a lion and bring the head to prove his virility; nowadays lions and other animals are safe and almost sacred. To prove his virility, the boy has to 100kms in the jungle and survive without killing an animal. Lions after their night/morning hunting and eating feast, just rest before your eyes without any threat. Incredible variety of game in each ride! We just loved it!
Written January 7, 2017
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janatraveler
San Diego, CA16 contributions
Nov 2017
This area of the Okavango Delta is located on the Khwai River and is known as Moremi wildlife reserve. It was fantastic at least at this time of the year--end of dry season/beginning of wet season. The animals were congregating around the river and all I could think of was that this is an adult Disneyland. I was absolutely spell bound by the types and abundance of wildlife. I saw elephants, hippos, zebra, giraffe, lions, wild dogs, leopards, antelope of every sort, birds, baboons, monkeys and more. After I went on to another part of the delta outside of Kasane and was much less impressed. It was more difficult to find animals and we spent a lot of time driving looking for them. I totally enjoyed my camping safari with Walking Stick Safaris and did not want to leave the Moremi area. Contact Phillimon at: walkingsticksafaris@gmail.com
Written December 4, 2017
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jenntabb
Los Angeles, CA276 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
I love that Botswana had no hunting as that makes for the most wonderful of safari experiences and you don't have to witness the carnage. We saw everything but rhinos - there are not many in Botswana. We were also there during rains so it was a bit harder to see animals - when water is plentiful they spread out. I highly recommend this wildlife reserve as well as supporting Botswana with tourism.
Written March 5, 2017
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Kevin B
Geneva, Switzerland7 contributions
Jan 2017 • Family
Many animals (Elephants, Lions, Leopard, Cheetah, Girafs, Impala, Antilopes...etc in the reserve, perfect for safari photo! See you soon
Written January 30, 2017
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Momplayinghookie
Chula Vista, CA318 contributions
Sep 2016 • Family
We drove thru Moremi Concession extensively during our stay at Khwai tented camp. We had to check-in with passports at the office before entering. They sold little crafts but only take cash for their hand made baskets and jewelry, etc..
On our game drives we saw leopard (2 places, one was more white, one was more brown), lions- they were napping under a tree after an obvious very large dinner. We saw tessebee, zebra, giraffe, warthog, impala, many elephants, blacksmith lapwing bird, monitor lizard, and many other animals.
Moremi is a great place for seeing game. I would highly recommend!
On our game drives we saw leopard (2 places, one was more white, one was more brown), lions- they were napping under a tree after an obvious very large dinner. We saw tessebee, zebra, giraffe, warthog, impala, many elephants, blacksmith lapwing bird, monitor lizard, and many other animals.
Moremi is a great place for seeing game. I would highly recommend!
Written December 28, 2016
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Kym320
Sydney, Australia162 contributions
Jul 2016 • Friends
Moremi game reserve is fantastic. There are limited camp sites, meaning that the park definitely does not have a crowded or overdeveloped feel. Animals are everywhere you go...
we stayed at khwai campsite and third bridge campsite. We were glad that we had a 4 wd with tents on top for added safety at night time. At night we would retire to our upstairs tents and open the flaps for the equivalent of a 'bbc documentary' every night. Hyena, jackals walking through the campsite. In the daytime it was monkeys and baboons.
The hide at the dimbo hippo pool was great. We spent several hours watching hippos with their babies in and out of the water, as well as a very impressive array of bird life.
At third bridge campsite the baboons were quite aggressive. They can tell men from women and are not scared of women. Make sure to put away all of your belongings safely during the day. As well as locked up at night.
we stayed at khwai campsite and third bridge campsite. We were glad that we had a 4 wd with tents on top for added safety at night time. At night we would retire to our upstairs tents and open the flaps for the equivalent of a 'bbc documentary' every night. Hyena, jackals walking through the campsite. In the daytime it was monkeys and baboons.
The hide at the dimbo hippo pool was great. We spent several hours watching hippos with their babies in and out of the water, as well as a very impressive array of bird life.
At third bridge campsite the baboons were quite aggressive. They can tell men from women and are not scared of women. Make sure to put away all of your belongings safely during the day. As well as locked up at night.
Written July 30, 2016
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What bags can I take from Kasane to the Okavango on the charter flight ?
Written February 27, 2020
Hi
We were only allowed to take a small soft bag, like a hold-all. They have facilities at the airport to leave larger luggage if you need to
Written March 9, 2020
Tipping
I'm going on a 14 day safari and told you tip $10 us per person for every driver guide per day
That's a lot over 14 days
Any advice
Written June 27, 2019
I think $10 as minimum, but that's me. These guys do their best to get you around and for you to see all the wildlife and find it for you. We definitely overtipped because our guide was outstanding. Generally, your guide takes you on a morning drive, then an afternoon drive. So If $10/day per person is too much, consider what you think is appropriate and give them that. They will appreciate it either way :)
Written December 13, 2019
We wanted to camp at Third Bridge and Xakanaxa but they are booked out.
Third bridge has their own tents available but they're a little over our self drive/camping budget.
However, if the camp is really special we will splash out so wanted advice from anyone that had stayed there.
Also, did you see it or hear of anyone staying at The Khwai Development trust? This is more within our budget but looks like it's at the other side of the park.
I suppose it is just a base after all as our days will be spent exploring the park :)
Thanks in advance for any advice or tips you have. Really excited for our trip next year! :)
Written October 16, 2018
Khuwai Trust Development area, this is a very different approach to wildlife then the parks. It’s more local and more rural at the same time. Don’t expect to be hundreds of miles away from anyone else. There is a main road running through the community. Do expect to see some good game here. It’s less wild and more tame, used to 4x4s and people. Do take a local guide. They know the animal patterns and know where the animals were yesterday and likely to go next. There is a new camp site close by as well if you can stay in the community. Don’t expect to drive back into Moremi every day. Enjoy let me know how it goes
Written February 18, 2019
Three sisters and my mum would like to visit the Okavango next year inbetween dates +-30 June - 12 July 2019 for about a week - 7 days. How do we go about organising this? What is recommended? My mum is a fit 90yr old and we wish to have a special time away together but hopefully not too pricey! Thank you in anticipation of responses!
Written October 4, 2018
hi when we went we booked through a specialized tour company dealing with Botswana, we had to book a year in advance. we are based in the uk but i presume with a quick google search you could find a tour company in SA or check out these guys they own the lodges and should be able to help as well desert delta, we stayed in 3 of there lodges
Written October 4, 2018
Hello,
We will be heading to Botswana next summer (july/August). This will be our third trip and third self-drive. We are bringing friends this time, and so we want to be sure that we are able to hit the best of Botswana with them during the three weeks that they will be traveling with us. In addition, I have learned that the campsites in Chobe/Moremi are now privatized. My husband wants to skip Moremi, but I don't. I read your review of Third Bridge. Do you think that we should skip Moremi based on your experience and costs? Thanks for your response.
Written July 12, 2018
Don’t know what Third Bridge is. Moremi is great. I was with Micato Safari’s so everything is easy and organized. Self drive seems challenging but it seems like you have done it before.
Written August 31, 2018
Hi Nadia - I’ll be going in 3 weeks and very look forward to it. I wonder if you could tell me about delta flooding this year. I’m keen to do Mokoro tours ...
Thanks
Mellie
Written April 2, 2018
Hola! Estamos averiguando para ir la primera semana de mayo. Iremos sin auto por lo que necesitamos contratar un safari. Nos gustarÃa conocer Moremi Game Reserve y Chobe National Park. PodrÃas por favor indicarnos con quién realizaste el safari en Moremi Game Reserve?
Written March 18, 2018
Olá tudo joia?
Alvaro planejo fazer uma visita a Africa,
você visitou quantos locais na sua viagem?
Written September 25, 2017
Dear Moremi Reserve visitors,
I have a dilemma. What (and why) is the better month to visit? October or November? Hope you will give me some insight, information on this is really dificult to find. Is november full of rain already for example?
Greets, Niels
Written June 1, 2017
We plan to fly Cape Town to Maun the end of April and have 10-11 days to see the Delta and Chobe. Need advice on campers to hire, camp sites, trips on mokoros, itinerary route planning
Written February 2, 2016
I used a local company in Maun, Safaris. They were great with all the above. Mokoro can be done from Maun as well as day trips or budget camping trips to the neighbouring game parks.
Written February 23, 2016
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