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Overview

Moremi Game Reserve lies on the eastern side of the Okavango Delta in the north of Botswana. It is commended both for its plentiful wildlife and staggering landscape and counts among the world's best wildlife reserves. The mix of floodplains, lagoons, grasslands and woodlands makes an extraordinary environment, which has been left mostly untouched and incredible for classic game-drive safaris. Moremi is home to all of the big five. Moremi Game Reserve is likewise renowned for the chance of travelling around by mokoro, or dug-out canoe, which provides your encounter with a veritable taste of the experience.

High Season
July to October
Best Time to Go
July to October

Pros & Cons

  • Amazing wildlife experience with all the Big 5 animals which can be spotted easily
  • An incredibly diverse variety of birdlife is available for birding enthusiasts, especially for waterbirds
  • Game drives, night drives, walking safaris and mokoro trips are available
  • A large choice of small, exclusive camps
  • Mobile camping safaris are available in some parts of Moremi
  • Accommodation is quite expensive here
  • Night drives and walking safaris are not allowed
  • Off-road driving is not allowed
  • Many areas become inaccessible from December to March

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Moremi Game Reserve map

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Wildlife & Animals

Moremi is home to all of the big five animals. Elephant herds can be found in their thousands, particularly close to the Mopane woodlands in the dry cold weather months. Because of large quantities of prey, predators can frequently be found in nearness and battles for strength happen, particularly between lions and hyenas. Leopards are very loose here and wild dog sightings are probably the most incredible in Africa. Rhinos have been once again introduced and the reserve is currently one of the last safe havens for the vulnerable white and black rhinos.

Elephant

Elephant

Abundant
Hippo

Hippo

Abundant
Buffalo

Buffalo

Abundant
Giraffe

Giraffe

Common
Zebra

Zebra

Common
Hyena

Hyena

Occasional
Lion

Lion

Occasional
Leopard

Leopard

Occasional

Wildlife Highlights

One of Moremi's popular residents is the African wild dog. The Reserve has the world's most noteworthy concentration of these endangered lovely animals inside its borders (around 150-200). Other animals you can hope to see here are giraffes, cheetahs, impalas, jackals, red lechwe and hippos. The semi-aquatic sitatunga is more enthusiastic to find. Other unusual antelope incorporate tsessebe, sable and roan. Spotted-necked and African clawless otters can once in a while be seen swimming in the channels.

Best Time for Wildlife Viewing

Moremi Game Reserve has very seasonal wildlife viewing. However, Best time to Moremi region is in the Dry season from July to October as there is a deluge of animals assembling here around then. Some lodges close from January to March when some areas might become inaccessible.

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Birds

Moremi Game Reserve is a birdwatcher's haven with almost 400 species on record, some of them endangered. For birdwatchers, there is a list of "special sightings" that can be done in the Moremi Reserve, the first species on this list is definitely the slaty egret that can be seen in shallow waters in isolated areas with many cane thickets. The magnificent wattled crane is usually seen in pairs or in groups moving around on floodplains with low water or on wet grassy plains, looking for fish or small amphibians and small reptiles. Birds regularly let boats come extremely close making photography astoundingly simple. Another wetland special is the gracious wattled crane.

Slaty egret

Slaty egret

Common
Gracious Wattled Crane

Gracious Wattled Crane

Common
African fish eagle

African fish eagle

Common
Green-winged pytilia

Green-winged pytilia

Common

Best Time for Birding

Moremi can be visited around the year for Bird watching. However, the best time to visit is from November to April. During this time migratory birds are present. Also, during these months a lot of birds are breeding, and large colonies of waterbirds can be found nesting on the sandbanks in the river. April might be the best compromise, as from January to March many areas become inaccessible and some lodges close. 

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Best Time to Visit – Moremi Game Reserve

Moremi Game Reserve has very seasonal wildlife viewing. However, Best time to Moremi region is in the Dry season from July to October as there is a deluge of animals assembling here around then. Some lodges close from January to March when some areas might become inaccessible.

High Season
July to October
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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Activities

Explore popular activities available in and around Moremi Game Reserve.

Birding Safari

Birding Safari

Eager bird-watchers won't be disappointed on an African safari! This gray crowned crane was seen in the core of the Serengeti, Tanzania.
Boating Safaris

Boating Safaris

Explore the aquatic wildlife by boat, canoe, dhow or kayak. In Botswana, it is feasible to go down the Okavango Delta in a burrow kayak called a moko.
Bushman

Bushman

Hadzabe, Maasai, Himba, San, and Zulu are some of the African tribes that arrange visits to get authentic cultural and tribal experiences in Africa
Canoe Safaris

Canoe Safaris

Canoe safaris offer a feeling of excitement, adventure, and engagement. In Botswana, it is possible to go down the Okavango Delta in a dugout kayak.
Cultural

Cultural

It is possible to take part in a cultural safari if you desire to spend your time visiting local schools, clinics, orphanages, and markets.
Fishing

Fishing

Fishing safaris are especially famous in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. River, lake and deep ocean fishing are all possible in Africa.
Game Drives

Game Drives

A game drive is an adventure that involves viewing wildlife from the comfort of a 4x4 open vehicle, providing you with a true safari experience.
Hiking & Trekking

Hiking & Trekking

Trekking massive mountains such as Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Meru, and Mt. Kenya, as well as hiking in the foothills, are all options in Africa.
Photography

Photography

Photography safaris are frequently led by experienced photographers who are dedicated to capturing the best shot possible.
Volunteer

Volunteer

Volunteering can range from a few hours to a few months. Social, environmental, and educational options include orphanages and schools.
Yoga

Yoga

Yoga, Pilates and mind/ body safaris are growing in popular. It is possible to begin the day with an hour or two of yoga prior to going on a game drive.

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