Khwai Leadwood

Botswana Express

Experience the magnificent Victoria Falls and encounter unforgettable wildlife in this express safari itinerary.

9 days

from £7,455 pp

Botswana Emerald Season Migrations

Experience the natural beauty of Botswana's green season and witness herds of migrating zebra, wildebeest and more as they journey south.

11 days

from £8,865 pp

Botswana Mobile Safari

Discover the spectacular scenery and diverse wildlife of Botswana on a mobile safari adventure.

12 days

from £8,520 pp

Luxury Botswana

Experience the very best of Botswana's incredible wildlife and spectacular scenery with a splash of luxury.

13 days

from £16,110 pp

Botswana Explorer: Chobe, Savute & Linyanti

Explore the wildlife-rich and diverse landscapes of northern Botswana in this varied and exciting itinerary.

10 days

from £10,125 pp

Botswana Family Adventure

Family Safari + 1 more + 2 more

Enjoy the iconic wildlife of Botswana and create memories that last a lifetime on this family adventure.

11 days

from £10,045 pp

Quirky excursions

View all excursions in Botswana

Boat Cruises (Moremi Game Reserve)

Motorboat cruises in the deeper channels and lagoons, or on the various rivers and tributaries, are a highly enjoyable Moremi activity, with higher game viewing potential than mokoro excursions and a more tranquil feel then game drives. Late afternoon cruises can be particularly enjoyable, as you watch the sun set beautifully over the waters with a drink in hand before making your way back to camp for aperitifs and dinner. Some of the camps now have impressive double decker boats, on which you can clamber up to the top deck to widen the views and feel the wind a little stronger in your hair, but the more traditional one-storey crafts are just as effective in searching out the best wildlife and scenery spots. Wildlife encounters will always involve hippo, and you will almost certainly see crocodiles basking in the sun, water based antelope running through the shallower waters, and elephant and buffalo arriving to drink and graze. The varied, colourful birdlife on the water is extremely impressive, and it is not unheard of to see predators on the riverbank from a boat, although these are generally scared off by the engine noise. At its best, such as from camps like Xigera, Okuti and Camp Moremi, a serene and slow cruise through the expansive waters is a Delta experience not to be missed.

Fishing (Moremi Game Reserve)

An increasing number of Moremi camps are now offering fishing excursions, taking advantage of the deep lagoons and permanently flowing rivers in the reserve. This is usually combined with a boat cruise rather than being a long, intensive expedition to catch as many fish as possible! Abundant species in the Okavango include catfish, tigerfish, tilapia and bream, and your camp should enforce a catch and release policy, but the gentle endeavour and beautiful surrounds are usually the main focus. Beginners are certainly welcome to try their hand, and while more complicated expeditions can usually be tailored for keen anglers, the more dedicated fishing destinations of the Caprivi Strip and the Panhandle are arguably more suitable for experts. Another attractive option for keen fishermen is to book onto a mobile boating safari passing through the Moremi, which will almost certainly offer fishing activities while you are on board.

Game Drives (Moremi Game Reserve)

Although there are some wet camps within the Moremi Reserve, game drives tend to dominate the activity list for most accommodations, whether you are in the Mopane Tongue or on Chief's Island. All of the Big 5 can be found within the Moremi's varied habitats, and game drives still represent the best possible chance of getting close to the broadest range of animals. Extended game drives with top guides are almost always included in your safari, especially when staying at the more coveted camps with the best guides. It's usually an early start for breakfast before setting off on a drive as the sun slowly rises: a cool but utterly enchanting time to be on the road, as the bush slowly wakes up and wildlife emerges to face the day. There are frequent stops to view animals, learn about the flora and fauna from your guide, take photographs and enjoy refreshments. Unfortunately, park restrictions mean that off-road driving and night drives are not permitted within the Moremi, so you will be following a well-trodden network of routes and will probably see other vehicles, unless you are in a private area within the reserve such as Xigera or Mombo. However, this makes the guides even more determined to fit in as much wildlife as possible during daylight hours, so get ready for an impressive parade of animals!