1 Day Moremi Game Drive Safari from Maun: Open 4x4 Vehicle

Twelve hours in the bush, watching what moves.

A full-day game drive safari in Moremi Game Reserve departing from Maun with an experienced English-speaking guide, open 4x4 vehicle, hotel or airport pickup, packed lunch and all park entry fees included. The route is flexible — your guide adjusts based on animal sightings and your interests, starting before dawn and returning to Maun in the evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full day Moremi Game Reserve safari

• Pick up at hotel or airport
• Meet guide and receive briefing
• Drive to Moremi Game Reserve
• Enter park through South Gate
• Game drive to Xinii Lagoon
• Continue game drive northwards
• Stop for picnic lunch in bush
• Continue game drive in park
• Return to Maun in evening

The Experience

The pickup happens early: your guide collects you from your hotel, lodge or the airport in Maun at 06:00, and the drive to Moremi begins right away. You enter through South Gate and move straight into the game drive, heading toward Xinii Lagoon and then north into the reserve. The vehicle is open-sided, which means 360° visibility and no glass between you and what you're watching — the setup that matters most for spotting and photographing. How far north you travel depends on what the guide finds and what you want to see; the day is not locked to a fixed route.

You spend the full day on the drive itself. Midday brings a break in the bush for a packed lunch with bottled water and soft drinks, then the game drive continues until evening. The guide is trained to read the landscape and the animals — where they move, what time they drink, which routes hold the best sightings. Your role is to watch, ask, and decide with the guide how much time to spend at each stop. The reserve holds lions, elephants, buffalo, wild dogs, hyenas and smaller game; what you see depends on the season and the day's luck, not on a guarantee.

Everything is arranged: transfers, park fees, the vehicle, the guide's expertise, lunch and drinks are all included. You arrive back in Maun in the evening with nothing left to organize. The tour runs as a private booking or as a group join option — you choose at checkout which suits your travel style.

What’s included

• Hotel or airport pickup in Maun.
• full-day game drive in an open-sided 4x4 vehicle with an experienced English-speaking guide.
• entry to Moremi Game Reserve and all park fees.
• packed lunch in the bush.
• bottled water and soft drinks throughout the day.
• coffee and tea.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for back problems

Operated by Kalahari Breeze Safaris

Is this one for you?Pick private if you want to set your own pace at wildlife sightings; pick the group join if you prefer shared costs and don't mind traveling with other guests.

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Top questions

What time does the Moremi game drive start and when do I get back to Maun?

The pickup from your accommodation happens at 06:00, and you return to Maun in the evening after a full day on the drive. The exact return time depends on animal sightings and how far north you travel, but the day runs roughly 12 hours from start to finish.

What animals might I see on a game drive in Moremi?

Moremi holds lions, elephants, buffalo, wild dogs, hyenas and a range of smaller game. What you encounter depends on the season, the time of day and where the guide locates activity — sightings are not guaranteed, but the guide's experience shapes where and when you look.

Why is the open-sided 4x4 better for game viewing than a closed vehicle?

The open sides give you 360° visibility and an unobstructed view in every direction, which is essential for spotting animals at a distance and getting clear photographs. A closed vehicle blocks sightlines and puts glass between you and the landscape.

Is the route fixed, or can we change where we go based on what we see?

The route is flexible. Your guide adjusts the day based on animal sightings and your interests — if lions are moving north, you follow; if you want to spend more time at a lagoon, you stay. The entry point is South Gate and the general direction is north toward Xinii Lagoon, but the exact path is not locked.

What's included in the packed lunch, and are there options for dietary needs?

The packed lunch is included along with bottled water and soft drinks. Dietary requirements should be mentioned at booking so the operator can prepare accordingly; confirm any special needs when you reserve.

Do I need any experience or fitness level to go on this safari?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The main constraint is that it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, since the open vehicle travels on rough terrain. Otherwise, if you can sit in a vehicle for extended periods, you can join.