5-Day Mababe - Khwai Safari – Wildlife, Game Drives & Camping

g off in a 4x4 safari vehicle toward the Mababe Depression. Journey across an ancient sand ridge to reach this vast landscape—a famed sanctuary where wildlife thrives in the dry season, and where herds of zebra and other herbivores gather during the rains to graze on the nutritious grasses. The transfer to Mababe will be a game drive to explore the surrounding wilderness and track the local wildlife. You will arrive at camp at sunset for a hot bush shower in your tent, followed by a delicious team dinner around the campfire filled with evening activities under the African stars..

Awaken to the sounds of the African bush and enjoy a fresh breakfast around the fire as the sun rises. Today is dedicated to exploring the legendary Mababe Depression, setting off on an extended morning game drive to track active wildlife across the vast open plains and seasonal waterholes. This rich ecosystem supports large herds of plains game, along with the lions, leopards, and wild dogs that follow them. Return to camp during the heat of the day for a hearty brunch and a relaxing afternoon siesta. Once the air begins to cool, head out for a late-afternoon game drive to catch the golden hour light and watch animals gather at the water channels before dusk. Back at camp, refresh with a hot bush shower in your en-suite tent before unwinding over a campfire dinner, complete with evening storytelling and stargazing.

After breakfast, depart Mababe and journey northwest toward the famed Khwai Concession. Bordering the northern boundary of Moremi Game Reserve along the Khwai River, this unfenced wilderness allows animals to roam freely, making it one of the most active game-viewing regions in the Okavango Delta. Arrive at your new camp, settle into your en-suite safari tent, and enjoy a fresh brunch. In the afternoon, set off on a game drive along the riverbanks, where vast elephant herds, giraffes, buffalo, and zebra gather to drink, while predators like lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and jackals prowl the surrounding woodlands. Return to camp at sunset for a hot bush shower, followed by a delicious dinner.

Rise early for a hot drink around the campfire before setting out on a morning game drive to explore the rich habitats along the Khwai River. This peak morning hour provides ideal opportunities to spot predators hunting near the riverbanks and observe wildlife along the forest edges. Return to camp for a hearty brunch and a relaxing siesta during the heat of the day. In the late afternoon, embark on a traditional mokoro excursion along a peaceful tributary of the Khwai River. Gliding silently through the winding channels offers a unique, eye-level perspective of the Delta’s water-bound wildlife, aquatic plants, and birdlife. Return to camp at sunset for a hot bush shower, followed by a final night of campfire dining.

Enjoy your final morning in the African bush with warm drinks and breakfast as the sun rises over the Khwai River. Head out on a short early-morning game drive for your last chances to spot active wildlife, capture final photographs, and take in the beautiful morning light across the channels. Return to camp to pack up your belongings and enjoy a light farewell brunch before beginning the return journey. Enjoy a scenic drive back through the wilderness before reaching the main road to Maun. Arrive back in town by mid-to-late afternoon, where your guide will drop you off directly at your hotel, bringing your 5-day safari to a memorable end.