A little bit about Moremi Game Reserve

Welcome to the oldest protected section of the Okavango Delta in Botswana.

A 100 years after explorer David Livingstone called this land ‘country full of rivers’, the environment and wildlife in the Moremi area were under threat. It is because of the bold, local Batawana people that this area was proclaimed Moremi Game Reserve in 1963, making Moremi the oldest and first protected reserve of the Okavango Delta.

As a sign of gratitude, the reserve is named after Batawana tribe members, Chief Moremi III and his wife. Now, the Moremi Game Reserve is one of the most diverse reserves with surprises everywhere, even for the most seasoned Africa-travelers.

Going on a Moremi Safari

Are you considering or planning a trip to the Moremi Game Reserve? It will be an unforgettable journey. Before you hop on a plane, we would like to provide a bit more background information. (If only to stir the anticipation of going!)

Chances are you have plenty of questions; what is the best time to travel to the Moremi? What should I pack? No worries, get ready to discover more in the sections below. Please use our contact form below for more questions you might have.

About Moremi Game Reserve

A striking number of wildlife species, birdlife and a diverse landscape; combining mopane woodland, floodplains, fairytale like lagoons, papyrus rivers and acacia forests. There is no other place in Africa where so many ecosystems seamlessly coalesce.

Moremi reserve special offers

Waiting for that special offer, one that seems tailor-made for you? Many Moremi lodges offer discounted rates when staying for three nights or more. Our Moremi deals offer outstanding value for money, so we hope to see you soon in beautiful Botswana!

Getting to Moremi Game Reserve

Wherever you want to go to the Okavango Delta or Moremi Game Reserve, it all starts in Maun: a small but bustling town and the capital of the Kalahari. A range of domestic flights connections is available as well as flights from South Africa.

Watching the sunrise from the deck of one's room and listening to the call of the African Fish Eagles makes this a paradise to any wildlife photographer.
TinusMariaan about Belmond Khwai River Camp on Tripadvisor
Absolute dream vacation. Took our then 12 and 14 year old daughters, who cried when we left. The people, the service, the food, the view, the safaris.... If you every get the opportunity GO!!
Ocala about Sanctuary Chief's Camp on Tripadvisor
Our guide OD was wonderful and willingly shared his vast knowledge and insight of the animals. We were incredibly lucky to see the packs of wild dogs three days running.
moira c about Camp Moremi on Tripadvisor

Moremi lodges

At one of Africa’s most unique locations, you will find the most heart warming hospitality, the fluffiest towels, yummiest homemade muffins and unforgettable views from your own deck.

Let us help you find the best safari home in the Moremi Game Reserve. All lodges in the Moremi are intimate, personal and provide the ultimate atmosphere to truly recline and reconnect with nature.

Camp Moremi

lodge style Lush green oasis

Are you seeking a classic, diverse safari experience? Camp Moremi is located in an area with vast variations in landscape, attracting abundant wildlife – big game, elegant antelopes, majestic birds; discover it all at this warm-hearted camp.

Camp Xakanaxa

lodge style Authentic Moremi

A bright, fiery sun slowly sinks into the horizon and the sky colours pink. You take a sip of your drink and slowly realise what a magnificent place this is: welcome to Camp Xakanaxa – a truly classic spot in Botwana's untouched Moremi Game Reserve.

Khwai Tented

lodge style Yester-year romance

Have you always been curious about the Africa of past times? Where people found themselves in sync with their surroundings, and the world just seemed to be so… well, simple? Venture out to this camp, and you will experience a rustic harmony.

Khwai Bush Camp

lodge style Family friendly safari

Take the family out on a true African safari and stay at this exquisite camp, right in the midst of all the action. Just six traditional safari chalets make up this classis camp, your ideal base to explore Khwai and Moremi.

Nokanyana Lodge

lodge style A wild day out

Nokanyana means “little river”, and this is exactly what this new lodge is all about. Being close to water means that the action -literally- takes place on your doorstep. No need to venture far away from the lodge at all!

Khwai Guest House

lodge style Simple and affordable

Khwai Guest House is not a traditional safari lodge: this charming little property really is more your home away from home whilst travelling in Botswana. Look no further when searching for an affordable stay.

View Belmond Khwai River Lodge in Moremi Game Reserve

Belmond Khwai Camp

lodge style Sink in endless safari luxury

At this luxury lodge, you will find a relaxed home away from home. Elevated on wooden platforms, the panoramic views from your hammock will also make you forever raise your standards for the next African safari.

Sanctuary Chief's Camp

lodge style Moremi predator capital

This Moremi lodge has an almost healing effect on its guests. Fine food and wines, a stunning spa, and excellent game viewing: it’s no wonder that Chief’s Camp is frequently rated one of the top Moremi camps.

Little Machaba Camp

lodge style 1950s style tented comfort

Little Machaba is built in a classic 1950s style, with luxury safari tents, en-suite bathrooms and living areas, not forgetting romantic outdoor showers. All tents are situated on decks between the large riverine trees.

Camp Okuti

lodge style Faultless flow

Camp Okuti is modern and elegant; its design inspired by the rich Maunachira river that flows alongside the camp. Immerse yourself in a rustic safari experience - with luxury frills like a great morning coffee served on your private deck.

Mombo Camp

lodge style The perfect safari

A luxurious camp - but without overdoing it -, a staff that offers the warmest possible hospitality, and last but not least: enormous concentrations of wildlife, where viewing begins right on your own deck - this is Mombo Camp.

Machaba Camp

lodge style Great river camp

A stunning location, right on the Khwai river: this independently owned camp is the perfect family destination. Dense wildlife, classic safari tents, and timeless hospitality – welcome to Machaba Camp in Moremi Game Reserve.

Skybeds

lodge style Starry starry nights

Stay (and sleep) on your very own platform overlooking a waterhole (the only permanent water source around), visited by elephants, along with lion, leopard, eland, zebra, and more, making for some pretty magnificent game viewing.

Tuludi Camp

lodge style Opulent and refined

Fit for a fairytale, that is Tuludi Camp in Khwai Private Reserve near Moremi Game Reserve. Huge tents with an Afro-chique theme ensure the most confortable of stays you'll ever experience. Did we mention the private plunge pool already?

Sable Alley

lodge style Lagoon-side paradise

Located right on the banks of a lily-covered lagoon, home to hippo and a favourite drinking spot for elephant and buffalo, the big game literally comes to you at Sable Alley. However, we do recommend venturing out to further explore the area.

Khwai Leadwood

lodge style Riverside luxury

Khwai Leadwood is the newest lodge in the area. Located on a beautiful site within the community-run Khwai concession, on the banks of a lagoon flowing into the Khwai river, and offers visitors staying here several unique ways to experience Africa.

Sango Safari Camp

lodge style Africa’s true voice

Protected by trees and on the banks of the Khwai River is Sango Camp, partly owned by local inhabitants of the area. A place where you will feel at home, from the minute you are welcomed with local songs – and this camp has some notably good singers, too.

Little Mombo Camp

lodge style Place of plenty

Cheetahs, lions, wild dogs – get ready for some spectacular sightings at this predator haven. And soon after arrival, you will realise that not just the game viewing is spectacular at this little gem. Kick back, relax, and immerse yourself in some soulful Moremi living.

View Jackal and Hide in Khwai Private Reserve

Jackal & Hide

lodge style Affordable and authentic

The Jackal & Hide takes you back to the early days of going on safari in Botswana when it was all about the safari experience and not necessarily the luxury trappings of a camp. This intimate, tented retreat is located amid the grasslands of the Khwai Reserve.

Hyena Pan

lodge style Intimate and sustainable

Hyena Pan Camp isn’t a place for those looking for opulence and extravagance; it is a piece of big-game Africa, where the wildlife encounters are authentic, intimate and always wild. This concession area is a meeting point for more animals than you can think of.

Saguni Lodge

lodge style Tented Lagoon safari haven

Open vehicle photographic and walking safaris, exhilarating night drives, cultural visits and mokoro (traditional dug out canoe) excursions are all waiting for you when staying at Saguni Safari Lodge. This must be the ultimate Moremi (and Okavango!) safari experience.

Straight off the small plane, straight into a jeep and within minutes we were seeing 3 different animals. WOW!
mirike123 about Camp Xakanaxa on Tripadvisor
The camp works hard to minimise its environmental footprint and when staying at Khwai you feel like you are nature's guest and not intruding. The tents are spacious, clean and the beds super comfy.
Elna S about Khwai Tented Camp on Tripadvisor
The camp is beautifully appointed and maintained and the food was excellent, whether served in the dining room or outside under the shade of the huge trees.
Tigris15 about Camp Okuti on Tripadvisor

Moremi Video

The best way of getting an idea what the Moremi Game Reserve is about is by seeing some incredible footage from the area. View this video of Camp Moremi to experience one of the lodges and wildlfe in the game reserve.

Be careful, after watching this video you can be sure that you want to travel to Botswana. Today.

It is truly the Land of Plenty. It is hard to drive for more than a few minutes without coming across zebra, giraffe, impala or other game.
TaxiMike about Mombo Camp on Tripadvisor
Quite a number of animals are passing through the camp – imagine you are in the swimming pool and a group of elephants is passing by only a few meters from you without any “protection” in between!
Harald W about Machaba Camp on Tripadvisor
We loved Moremi, mainly because it was the least developed and crowded of all the parks we visited.
SWNH about Sango Safari Camp on Tripadvisor

Send your enquiry

We hope you have found all information needed to decide that Moremi Game Reserve is the perfect place for your next travel adventure. Still have questions? Or maybe you would like some more specific information about one of the topics on this page? Please fill in the contact form and we will get back to you soon!

Moremi Game Reserve
Maun, Botswana
info@moremi.com