Camp Moremi | Best Botswana Safari Lodges

The place

It’s the greenness of Camp Moremi that strikes me first: we’re surrounded by vivid, emerald shades that belong to trees and plants that seem to grow even as I look at them – or perhaps it’s just that they’re dancing in the cool breeze blowing across Xaxanaka Lagoon. Our light aircraft flight to ‘Camp M’ gives us a chance to view the tapestry of woodland, savannah, waterways and floodplains from above, and now we’re among them. The camp itself is the perfect example of this variety, as it’s located within a copse of riverine trees along the edge of the lagoon. We take a few moments to drink in the view, which alters as light and shadows play across it. We walk down to the fire deck, where the neatly raked sand awaits the evening campfire, and we know that by then we’ll already have some wonderful Camp Moremi stories to share. Just a metre or so above the ground, gazing out across both land and water, we’re filled with a sense of the almost limitless potential of Moremi Game Reserve to astonish and delight us.

Our light aircraft flight to ‘Camp M’ gives us a chance to view the tapestry of woodland, savannah, waterways and floodplains from above, and now we’re among them. The camp itself is the perfect example of this variety, as it’s located within a copse of riverine trees along the edge of the lagoon.

We take a few moments to drink in the view, which alters as light and shadows play across it. We walk down to the fire deck, where the neatly raked sand awaits the evening campfire, and we know that by then we’ll already have some wonderful Camp Moremi stories to share.

Just a metre or so above the ground, gazing out across both land and water, we’re filled with a sense of the almost limitless potential of Moremi Game Reserve to astonish and delight us.

The room

Our room is short stroll away, along an elevated wooden walkway. Before we arrive, we see two species of bird that are new to us, and I make a mental note to tick them off my list. Before that, however, comes the even more important business of exploring our new home. My partner delights in the diaphanous mosquito net – tied up during the day, we’re assured that the housekeeper will lower it for us later, not that there seem to be many insects around at all. Feeding just a few metres away, a red lechwe seems to share our surprise at this. He stares for a moment, then splashes away through the shallow water. I love how every piece of furniture in the room points towards the view – no matter where I sit, I can see out from beneath the thatched roof. Our room is comfortable without being ostentatious; indeed, the neutral colours seem to have been chosen to prevent us being distracted from what’s happening outside.

Our room is short stroll away, along an elevated wooden walkway. Before we arrive, we see two species of bird that are new to us, and I make a mental note to tick them off my list.

Before that, however, comes the even more important business of exploring our new home. My partner delights in the diaphanous mosquito net – tied up during the day, we’re assured that the housekeeper will lower it for us later, not that there seem to be many insects around at all. Feeding just a few metres away, a red lechwe seems to share our surprise at this. He stares for a moment, then splashes away through the shallow water.

I love how every piece of furniture in the room points towards the view – no matter where I sit, I can see out from beneath the thatched roof. Our room is comfortable without being ostentatious; indeed, the neutral colours seem to have been chosen to prevent us being distracted from what’s happening outside.

What sets it apart

The location of this luxury Botswana safari lodge sets it apart from other lodges that we’ve visited. It sits astride the place where land and water come together, and this is reflected in the choice of land- and water-based activities available. I know from experience that my partner loves to get out on the water, while I’m a more terrestrial creature. At Camp Moremi, it’s clear that we’ll both be more than content. This area has a reputation for phenomenal game-viewing, with its unique variety of habitats meaning that almost every species that makes the Okavango Delta its home can be found here. Camp Moremi is a true hidden gem, and one that requires no polishing. It’s able to be all things to all safari-goers, and every facet of the experience reflects the beauty and diversity of the Okavango.

At Camp Moremi, it’s clear that we’ll both be more than content. This area has a reputation for phenomenal game-viewing, with its unique variety of habitats meaning that almost every species that makes the Okavango Delta its home can be found here.

Camp Moremi is a true hidden gem, and one that requires no polishing. It’s able to be all things to all safari-goers, and every facet of the experience reflects the beauty and diversity of the Okavango.

At a glance

Beneath a stand of African ebony trees, Camp Moremi sits at the point where multiple habitats merge to form one of Botswana’s richest ecosystems. The 12 custom-built, luxury safari tents include a family unit, while the main area has a unique sunken bar, firepit, dining deck, library and secluded swimming pool.
Private dining available, private activities available (additional cost) and flexible schedules.
Game drives, motorboat excursions and birding.
Children aged six and above are welcome. The family room consists of two interleading bedrooms, one of which is en suite. The second bedroom can accommodate up to three children (twin beds plus a roll-out bed). Families with children aged six to 11 are required to book private activities (additional cost).

Beneath a stand of African ebony trees, Camp Moremi sits at the point where multiple habitats merge to form one of Botswana’s richest ecosystems. The 12 custom-built, luxury safari tents include a family unit, while the main area has a unique sunken bar, firepit, dining deck, library and secluded swimming pool.
Private dining available, private activities available (additional cost) and flexible schedules.
Game drives, motorboat excursions and birding.
Children aged six and above are welcome. The family room consists of two interleading bedrooms, one of which is en suite. The second bedroom can accommodate up to three children (twin beds plus a roll-out bed). Families with children aged six to 11 are required to book private activities (additional cost).

Prices

Not only do African safari lodge prices shift with the seasons, they also change based on your length of stay, room type, travel party composition, special offers, if your trip involves stays at sister lodges – and for more reasons besides.
It’s worth noting that depending on your itinerary, your lodge cost will make up about 75–85% of your total safari trip cost.
Our safaris are tailor-made to match your personal safari dream, we’d be delighted if you’d allow us to create a bespoke proposal for you. Simply enquire now – our quotes are complimentary and obligation-free.
However, to help you get an idea of safari lodge prices we’ve created three safari-lodge categories with various price ranges, to find out more click here.

Not only do African safari lodge prices shift with the seasons, they also change based on your length of stay, room type, travel party composition, special offers, if your trip involves stays at sister lodges – and for more reasons besides.
It’s worth noting that depending on your itinerary, your lodge cost will make up about 75–85% of your total safari trip cost.
Our safaris are tailor-made to match your personal safari dream, we’d be delighted if you’d allow us to create a bespoke proposal for you. Simply enquire now – our quotes are complimentary and obligation-free.
However, to help you get an idea of safari lodge prices we’ve created three safari-lodge categories with various price ranges, to find out more click here.