Camp Moremi is an 11-tent luxury safari camp at Plot 244 Airport Road, Xakanaxa, Botswana, in the Moremi Game Reserve on the Okavango Delta’s eastern side. Rebuilt in 2018, it carries a long-standing Botswana safari legacy while giving families with children aged six and over a polished base for guided wildlife viewing, boat excursions and birding in one of southern Africa’s richest wetland-and-woodland ecosystems.
What to Expect at Camp Moremi
The experience is structured around morning and afternoon guided game drives through Moremi’s changing habitats: mopane woodland, floodplain, lagoon edge and island forest. Sightings depend on season and animal movement, but the reserve is known for elephant, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, antelope, predators and prolific birdlife. Between drives, motorised boat safaris explore deeper Okavango channels and lagoons in hard-bottom aluminium boats fitted with cushioned seating, foldaway canvas roofs and life jackets.
Camp Moremi accommodates a maximum of 24 guests in 11 luxury tents plus one family tent with two en-suite bedrooms. The main area combines indoor and outdoor dining spaces, a fully stocked self-service bar, curio shop and an open-air fire deck linked by a raised boardwalk. A separate swimming-pool deck is an especially welcome place to reset during the heat of the day. Daily laundry is included, and reverse-osmosis-treated water is provided at camp.
- Guided game drives: Morning and afternoon outings introduce Moremi Game Reserve’s contrasting land ecosystems with professional safari guiding.
- Motorised boat safaris: Travel the Delta’s deeper channels and lagoons in covered aluminium boats with life jackets supplied.
- Family tent: The two-bedroom, en-suite family unit makes the camp a practical choice for parents travelling with children aged six and older.
- Fire deck: An open-air gathering space faces the bush and connects to the main area by raised boardwalk.
- Birding season: Spring and summer bring breeding migrants, adding considerable variety to the resident wetland and woodland species.
Camp Moremi at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Plot 244 Airport Road, Xakanaxa, Botswana |
| Neighborhood / Area | Xakanaxa, Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta |
| Operating Hours | Overnight safari camp; game-drive and boat timings are set daily by camp staff and daylight conditions. |
| Admission / Price Range | $$$$ luxury fly-in safari camp; accommodation is booked as a safari stay, with current inclusions and rates quoted by the operator. |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 2 to 3 nights |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Access is generally by light-aircraft transfer to the Xakanaxa area or arranged safari transfer; there is no public transit network in the reserve. |
| Official Website & Phone | Desert & Delta Safaris; contact the operator for reservations. |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Book well ahead for peak dry-season safari travel, generally May through October, when water levels and cooler conditions concentrate wildlife around accessible channels and lagoons. Confirm the flight luggage allowance, transfer arrangements, activity inclusions and children’s participation rules before departure; bush-camp logistics differ from a road-access hotel. Early morning is the key wildlife-viewing window, while midday is best used for lunch, the pool and time around camp before the afternoon drive.
Xakanaxa is a remote reserve setting rather than a walkable village, so there are no public buses, conventional parking garages or independent dining streets nearby. Camp Xakanaxa lies about 0.7 kilometres away, but moving between properties is arranged by safari staff rather than undertaken on foot through wildlife country. The raised boardwalks help link the main facilities, yet tent access, deck changes and boarding safari vehicles or boats can involve steps; travellers using wheelchairs or with limited mobility should discuss transfer and room requirements directly with Desert & Delta Safaris before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Camp Moremi open, and what is the best time to go?
As an overnight safari camp, Camp Moremi’s daily rhythm follows sunrise, sunset and weather rather than standard visitor hours. The dry months are popular for game viewing, while spring and summer are particularly rewarding for birders because migrant species breed in the Delta.
How much does Camp Moremi cost, and are reservations required?
Camp Moremi is a $$$$ luxury safari stay, not a day-ticket attraction, and advance reservations are essential. Rates and inclusions vary by travel dates, flights and safari package, so request a current quotation through the official Desert & Delta Safaris website.
How long should I stay at Camp Moremi?
Plan at least two nights to experience several morning and afternoon game drives plus a motorised boat safari. Three nights provides more time for variable wildlife conditions, birding and unhurried time at the camp’s pool and fire deck.
Is Camp Moremi suitable for children and guests with limited mobility?
Children are accepted from age six, and the two-bedroom family tent is designed for family stays. Raised boardwalks connect principal areas, but tent steps and vehicle or boat boarding may be challenging, so confirm practical accessibility needs before travel.
When planning your Okavango Delta travel guide or comparing verified hotels and children's camp in Okavango Delta, pair this stop with standout local spots including Baines Baobabs, Third Bridge Camp, andBeyond Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp, and Camp Xakanaxa (0.7 km away).
