Moremi Game Reserve: Botswana's Wildlife Jewel

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Explore Botswana's Moremi Game Reserve: a diverse landscape teeming with wildlife in the heart of the Okavango Delta.

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Moremi Game Reserve, located in the eastern Okavango Delta, is a pristine wilderness haven. Established in 1963, it protects diverse ecosystems, including mopane woodland, lagoons, and waterways, offering exceptional game viewing and birdwatching opportunities.

A brief summary to Moremi Game Reserve

Local tips

A 4x4 vehicle is essential for self-drive safaris, especially during the wet season.
Book campsites and accommodations well in advance, especially during peak season.
Pack light clothing for warm days and layers for cooler evenings.
Bring binoculars for enhanced wildlife viewing and birdwatching.
Respect wildlife by keeping a safe distance and following your guide's instructions.

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Getting There

Road

Access to Moremi Game Reserve is typically from Maun. The drive to the South Gate takes approximately 2 hours, with the first 60km on tar road and the remainder on gravel. A 4x4 vehicle is essential. Park fees for international non-residents are BWP 270 per person per day, plus BWP 115 per vehicle per day. Payment can be made in cash at the gate. Alternatively, access is possible via the North Gate from Chobe National Park.
Air

The quickest way to reach Moremi is by air. Charter flights are available from Maun Airport (MUB) to various airstrips within the reserve, such as Xakanaxa and Khwai. Flight times are typically 30-45 minutes. As a general guideline, the price for a seat in plane ticket is between US$ 210 and US$ 240 per person per way.

Discover more about Moremi Game Reserve

Moremi Game Reserve, a protected area in Botswana, lies on the eastern side of the Okavango Delta. It's a mosaic of ecosystems, where land and water meet, creating a haven for diverse wildlife. The reserve was established in 1963, named after Chief Moremi III, by the Batawana people, making it the first reserve in Africa to be founded by local residents concerned about the rapid depletion of wildlife in their ancestral lands. Moremi encompasses approximately 3,900 square kilometers, including the Moremi Tongue and Chief's Island, boasting a rich and diverse ecosystem. Here, you'll find all major herbivore and carnivore species naturally occurring in the region, as well as over 400 bird species. The varied terrain includes waterways, lagoons, pools, grasslands, and forests, making each drive inspiring. Wildlife roams freely between Moremi and the adjacent Chobe National Park. Moremi is home to a significant population of African wild dogs and is a sanctuary for the endangered white rhino, which has been reintroduced. Visitors can spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffalos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and various antelopes. Birdlife is abundant, with African fish eagles, crested cranes, and sacred ibis among the many species. Visitors can explore Moremi on game drives, guided walks, and mokoro excursions. The best time to visit is during the dry season (May to October) when animals congregate around water sources.