Located in northern Botswana, the Okavango Delta is the world’s largest inland delta, a breathtaking oasis in the heart of the Kalahari Desert. Fed by seasonal waters from the Angolan Highlands, it takes months for the floodwaters to reach Botswana, and no two floods are ever the same. These life-giving waters create a thriving sanctuary for an abundance of wildlife.
It is here, in this untamed wilderness, that you will find three of our unique camps – offering unparalleled safari experiences in one of the most remarkable natural landscapes on Earth.
SIZE
Dry Season 15,000 km²
Wet Season 22,000 km²
OKAVANGO RIVER SIZE
1,500 kms
WILDLIFE AREAS
At the heart of this pristine ecosystem lies the Moremi Game Reserve, the only officially protected area within the Greater Okavango Delta. The delta itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its maze of winding waterways, crystal-clear lagoons, floodplains, islands, and riverine forests, all teeming with wildlife. From elephants and lions to leopards, wild dogs, and an astonishing variety of birdlife, this diverse landscape is one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders.
Safari experiences in the Okavango Delta are as varied as the landscape itself. Guests can explore by traditional mokoro (dugout canoe), guided walking safaris, game drives, and boat cruises, each offering a unique perspective on this dynamic wilderness.
With an incredible mix of wetland and dryland habitats, the delta supports an unparalleled diversity of flora and fauna, with some of the richest wildlife viewing found in Khwai and Xakanaxa, within the Moremi Game Reserve.
A frequently discussed feature of the delta’s history is the Buffalo Fence, originally built to separate cattle from buffalo in an attempt to control disease transmission. However, this was never a true game fence, as wildlife simply jumps over, crawls through, or knocks it down – especially elephants, which regularly destroy sections of it. Today, the fence is largely ineffective, serving more as an eyesore than a barrier.
The Moremi Game Reserve was officially declared a protected area in 1963, making it the first reserve in Africa established by local communities.
