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Overview

Maun, located in northern Botswana, is known as the "Gateway to the Okavango Delta," which is one of the world's largest inland delta systems and a popular destination for safari tourism. Here are some popular safari options in Maun:

  1. Okavango Delta: The delta is home to a wide range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, hippos, and crocodiles. Visitors can take a guided safari tour through the delta on a mokoro (traditional canoe), boat or on foot to see the animals and enjoy the stunning scenery.
  2. Moremi Game Reserve: This reserve is located within the Okavango Delta and is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Big Five (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, and rhino). Visitors can take a guided game drive through the reserve and enjoy the wildlife sightings.
  3. Chobe National Park: Although not located in Maun itself, Chobe National Park is a popular safari destination that can be easily accessed from Maun. The park is known for its large elephant population, and visitors can take a guided game drive or a boat ride on the Chobe River to see the elephants and other wildlife.
  4. Makgadikgadi Pans: These large salt pans are located near Maun and offer a unique safari experience, with opportunities to see desert-adapted animals such as meerkats and brown hyenas.

Overall, Maun offers a range of safari options for visitors, and there are many tour operators and lodges in the area that can help plan and organize safari trips.

High Season
June to September and January to February
Best Time to Go
Year-round destination with seasonal variations

Pros & Cons

  • Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities
  • Beautiful and diverse scenery
  • Professional guided safaris
  • Unique ecosystem and biodiversity
  • Can be crowded during peak season
  • Weather dependent activities

Map in Botswana

Maun map

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Wildlife & Animals

Wildlife Highlights

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Birds

Best Time for Birding

Birding is usually best during the Wet season when migratory species are present.

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Best Time to Visit – Maun

High Season
Varies by park and activity
Low Season
Seasonal rains can affect access in some areas
Best Weather
Typically during dry months; check local patterns
Worst Weather
Peak of Wet season; very hot months vary by region

May to October (Dry Season)

  • Less vegetation and animals concentrate around water, making them easier to spot
  • The skies are clear, rain is rare, and there are fewer mosquitoes
  • Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still feel uncrowded, except for the bustling Chobe riverfront area
  • Early morning and evening drives are cold in June, July and August

November to April (Wet Season)

  • The scenery is greener, and there are lower rates during this season
  • Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you'll still see plenty
  • There are many newborn animals and migratory birds
  • Except for January and February, rains seldom interfere with your trip
  • During January and February, the rains can be continuous for days
  • It gets very hot in October and November
  • Some lodges and camps close down during part of the Wet season

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Activities

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