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Overview

Mokolodi Nature Reserve is a private not-for-profit game reserve on the outskirts of Gaborone in southern Botswana. The nature reserve is possessed by a wide assortment of native African game, bird and reptile species, some of which are rare and vulnerable to the threat of extinction. The southern white rhinoceros herd at Mokolodi Nature Reserve is essential for a national breeding programme, which adds to the rebuilding of the national herd in Botswana. Day visitors can drive themselves in the reserve, or book a two-hour, open-vehicle day or night drive.

High Season
May to September
Best Time to Go
Never Crowded

Pros & Cons

  • One day trip from Gaborone
  • Very affordable
  • Self-drive and Guided drives are available
  • Cycling on 3 mountains bike tracks available
  • Bush breakfast and barbecues
  • Rhino & Giraffe Trackking
  • Amazing photography opportunities
  • More an intricate zoo than a wildlife reserve

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Mokolodi Nature Reserve map

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Wildlife & Animals

Mokolodi is more an intricate zoo than a wildlife reserve. However, the reserve contains many species of wildlife such as giraffe, zebra, southern white rhinoceros, mountain reedbuck, red hartebeest, gemsbok, kudu, impala, waterbuck, hippopotamus, Nile crocodile, brown hyena and leopard. The cheetah is housed in a large enclosure within the confines of the reserve. 

Giraffe

Giraffe

Common
Zebra

Zebra

Common
Hippo

Hippo

Common
White Rhino

White Rhino

Common
Hyena

Hyena

Common
Nile Crocodile

Nile Crocodile

Common
Leopard

Leopard

Occasional
Cheetah

Cheetah

Occasional

Wildlife Highlights

The star animals in the park are white rhino and giraffe – both can be followed as an activity and a drive through an enclosure with two cheetahs can also be booked. The two-hour night drive offers an opportunity to see a portion of the nighttime animals in the reserve like a porcupine, wild cat, brown hyena, serval and aardvark.

Best Time for Wildlife Viewing

There isn't actually the best time in particular for wildlife viewing due to the nature of the reserve, similar to the case in the bigger reserves that are essential for the environment. The main thought is the condition of the roads. In case you are self-driving in the reserve, a 4x4 is compulsory in the rainy season from November to April. The reserve sometimes closes from December to March, so it is recommended to check through the authority prior to driving out there.

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Birds

Mokolodi offers a great bird-watching experience in the Gaborone region. The guided game drives aren't actually outfitted towards birding, however, if you cruise all over the reserve yourself, you'll get a lot of bird species. Both bushveld and Kalahari specials can be spotted.

White backed vulture

White backed vulture

Common
Red-crested bustard

Red-crested bustard

Common
Ostrich

Ostrich

Common
Purple heron

Purple heron

Common

Best Time for Birding

Mokolodi Game Reserve is an excellent park for bird watching throughout the year. However, the best time to visit is in the Wet season from November to April, when migratory birds are available. It is also the time when a lot of birds can be seen in breeding plumage.

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Best Time to Visit – Mokolodi Nature Reserve

There isn't actually the best time in particular for wildlife viewing due to the nature of the reserve, similar to the case in the bigger reserves that are essential for the environment. The main thought is the condition of the roads. In case you are self-driving in the reserve, a 4x4 is compulsory in the rainy season from November to April. The reserve sometimes closes from December to March, so it is recommended to check through the authority prior to driving out there.

High Season
May to September
Low Season
Seasonal rains can affect access in some areas
Best Weather
Typically during dry months; check local patterns
Worst Weather
Peak of Wet season; very hot months vary by region

May to October (Dry Season)

  • Less vegetation and animals concentrate around water, making them easier to spot
  • The skies are clear, rain is rare, and there are fewer mosquitoes
  • Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still feel uncrowded, except for the bustling Chobe riverfront area
  • Early morning and evening drives are cold in June, July and August

November to April (Wet Season)

  • The scenery is greener, and there are lower rates during this season
  • Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you'll still see plenty
  • There are many newborn animals and migratory birds
  • Except for January and February, rains seldom interfere with your trip
  • During January and February, the rains can be continuous for days
  • It gets very hot in October and November
  • Some lodges and camps close down during part of the Wet season

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