Okavango Delta Safari Guide
The Okavango Delta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s largest inland river deltas, covering approximately 15,000 square kilometres in northern Botswana. Unlike any other delta in the world, it does not flow into the sea — instead, floodwaters from the Angolan highlands travel over 1,000 km down the Okavango River and fan out across the Kalahari Desert each year, creating a seasonally flooded freshwater wilderness that supports extraordinary biodiversity: 122 mammal species, 444 bird species, 71 fish species, and over 1,300 flowering plant species.
When to Visit
The delta has two distinct seasons. The dry season (May to October) is the most popular time for safari, when receding waters concentrate wildlife around permanent channels and game viewing is at its best. Peak flood season (July to September) offers the highest water levels and the widest range of both land and water activities. The green season (November to April) brings lush landscapes, fewer crowds, and lower rates — ideal for birdwatchers and budget-conscious travellers.
What to Expect
A safari in the Okavango Delta combines game drives, guided bush walks, motorboat excursions, and mokoro trips — the traditional dugout canoe experience unique to this region. Most camps are only accessible by light aircraft from Maun, keeping the delta pristine and visitor numbers low. Wildlife highlights include African wild dog (one of the highest population densities on the continent), elephant, lion, leopard, hippo, and the aquatic antelope species red lechwe and sitatunga.
African Safari Consultants has been arranging Okavango Delta safaris for over 15 years. We work exclusively with the delta’s most trusted camps and lodges to design itineraries tailored to your travel style and budget.
