Botswana · Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve

Okavango Delta Fly-In Safari

7 Days / 6 Nights·Exclusive Africa SafarisVerified Operator

Overview

Discover the pristine Okavango Delta on an exclusive 7-day fly-in safari, hopping between luxury camps accessible only by light aircraft. Enjoy mokoro rides, walking safaris, and world-class game viewing in Africa's last Eden.

The Okavango Delta is one of Africa's most extraordinary ecosystems — a vast inland river delta that floods the Kalahari every year, creating a wildlife paradise unlike anywhere else on earth. This exclusive 7-day fly-in safari grants you privileged access to remote luxury camps nestled deep within the delta, reachable only by light aircraft. From the moment your charter lifts off from Maun, the tapestry of channels, lagoons, and palm-fringed islands spreads beneath you, setting the tone for an immersive wilderness experience. You will glide silently through crystal-clear waterways in traditional mokoro dugout canoes, walk alongside elephants and giraffes with expert Bushman trackers, and enjoy game drives through some of the most productive wildlife areas in Botswana. Each camp offers a unique perspective on the delta — from deep-water channels teeming with hippos and crocodiles to dry-land concessions where lion prides and wild dog packs roam freely. Evenings are spent around the campfire beneath a canopy of stars, listening to the sounds of the African night. This is safari at its most refined and remote, combining luxury accommodation with authentic wilderness encounters that are simply impossible to replicate anywhere else in the world. Whether you are a seasoned safari traveller or experiencing Africa for the first time, the Okavango Delta fly-in will exceed every expectation.

Safari Highlights

  • Scenic light-aircraft flights between remote delta camps
  • Traditional mokoro canoe excursions through papyrus channels
  • Walking safaris with expert San Bushman trackers
  • Exclusive private concessions with limited guest numbers
  • Big Five game drives including wild dog sightings
  • Birdwatching with 400+ species in the delta ecosystem
  • Sundowner cocktails on a private island

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Arrival in Maun & Flight to the Delta

Arrive at Maun International Airport where you are met by your safari coordinator and briefed on your upcoming adventure. After a light lunch, board a scenic charter flight over the vast Okavango Delta — an unforgettable aerial perspective of shimmering channels, palm islands, and wandering elephant herds below. Land at your first luxury camp deep in the delta's private concession. Settle into your spacious tented suite, enjoy afternoon tea, and embark on a gentle sunset game drive to orientate yourself with the surrounding landscape.

Accommodation: Mombo Camp

Meals: Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner

Airport meet-and-greet and safari briefingScenic charter flight over the Okavango DeltaCheck-in and camp orientationSunset game driveWelcome dinner under the stars
2

Full Day Game Drives — Mombo Concession

Wake before dawn to the sound of lions calling across the floodplain. Enjoy coffee and rusks before heading out on an early morning game drive through the Mombo concession — widely regarded as the most game-rich area in Africa. The morning light offers extraordinary photographic opportunities as predators return from their nocturnal hunts. Return to camp for a leisurely brunch, relax during the heat of the day, then set out again in the late afternoon for another game drive. Expect encounters with lion prides, leopards, elephants, buffalo herds, and rare antelope species including red lechwe and sitatunga.

Accommodation: Mombo Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Brunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner

Dawn game drive in the Mombo concessionBig Five wildlife photographyMidday relaxation at the plunge poolAfternoon game drive with sundowner stopNight sky stargazing session
3

Fly to Deep Delta — Water Activities

After a final early morning activity at Mombo, board your light aircraft for a short scenic hop deeper into the permanent water zone of the delta. Your second camp sits on a palm-studded island surrounded by crystal-clear lagoons. This afternoon is dedicated to water-based activities: glide through papyrus-lined channels in a traditional mokoro dugout canoe, watching malachite kingfishers dart between the reeds. A boat cruise brings you close to hippo pods and reveals the incredible aquatic birdlife that makes the delta a birder's paradise.

Accommodation: Xigera Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner

Morning game drive at Mombo concessionCharter flight to the deep deltaMokoro canoe excursion through papyrus channelsMotorboat cruise for birdwatching and hippo sightingsSunset cocktails on the island deck
4

Walking Safari & Island Exploration

Today brings a completely different perspective on the delta as you explore on foot with an expert San Bushman tracker. Learn to read animal tracks in the sand, identify medicinal plants, and understand the intricate ecosystem that sustains this vast wetland. The walking safari takes you across palm-shaded islands where giraffe browse and zebra herds graze peacefully. After lunch, a boat excursion ventures into deeper channels where African fish eagles call from the treetops and Pel's fishing owls — one of Africa's rarest birds — may be spotted roosting in the riverine forest.

Accommodation: Xigera Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner

Morning walking safari with Bushman trackersEthnobotany and tracking skills sessionAfternoon motorboat birdwatching excursionPhotography from floating hideFireside dinner on the island
5

Fly to Moremi — Game Reserve Immersion

Depart by charter flight to the Moremi Game Reserve, the only formally protected area within the Okavango Delta. Moremi's mix of mopane woodland, floodplains, and acacia savannah supports an extraordinary diversity of wildlife. Your third camp offers a blend of land and water activities depending on seasonal water levels. Enjoy an afternoon game drive through areas where wild dog packs are frequently seen — Moremi boasts one of Africa's healthiest wild dog populations. As the sun sets, stop for drinks overlooking a lagoon where elephants come to bathe.

Accommodation: Sanctuary Chief's Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner

Charter flight from deep delta to MoremiCamp orientation and lunchAfternoon game drive in Moremi Game ReserveWild dog tracking with specialist guideSundowner drinks at the lagoon viewpoint
6

Full Day Moremi Game Reserve

Dedicate the full day to exploring the rich ecosystems of Moremi Game Reserve. The morning drive follows the edge of the floodplain where large herds of buffalo attract prides of lions, while cheetahs patrol the open grasslands. Visit the famous Xakanaxa Lagoon, a seasonal gathering point for hundreds of elephants during the dry months. After a bush lunch in the shade of a sausage tree, the afternoon drive takes you through mopane woodland where leopards are often spotted draped over branches. This is your last full day in the bush, and your guides will pull out all the stops to create unforgettable final memories.

Accommodation: Sanctuary Chief's Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Bush Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner

Early morning game drive along the floodplainXakanaxa Lagoon elephant watchingBush lunch in the wildernessAfternoon leopard-tracking game driveFarewell bush dinner with campfire stories
7

Final Safari & Charter to Maun

Rise early for one last game drive through Moremi, savoring the golden morning light and the chorus of birdsong. Return to camp for a full breakfast, then transfer to the airstrip for your charter flight back to Maun. The aerial journey provides a final spectacular perspective of the delta's maze of waterways and islands. Arrive in Maun with time for lunch and souvenir shopping before your onward travel arrangements. Depart with a lifetime of memories from one of Africa's most pristine wilderness destinations.

Accommodation: No accommodation (departure day)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Sunrise game drive in MoremiFull breakfast at campCharter flight back to MaunMaun town visit and souvenir shoppingAirport transfer for onward travel

What's Included

  • Meet-and-greet at Maun Airport
  • All light-aircraft charter flights between camps
  • 6 nights luxury tented accommodation
  • All meals, premium beverages, and house wines
  • Twice-daily game drives in open 4x4 vehicles
  • Mokoro canoe excursions and walking safaris
  • Park and concession fees
  • Laundry service at each camp
  • Emergency medical evacuation insurance

What's Excluded

  • International and domestic flights to/from Maun
  • Botswana visa (if applicable)
  • Comprehensive travel insurance
  • Gratuities for guides and camp staff
  • Premium imported spirits and champagne
  • Scenic helicopter flights (optional extra)
  • Personal shopping and curios
From

$6,500

per person sharing

Duration7 Days
CountryBotswana
DestinationOkavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve
Difficultyeasy
Group Size212
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