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Lake Mokoba Tented Camp

Tented camp in Gomoti River · Okavango Delta · Botswana

10 units · sleeps 24 · all inclusive

Tented camp situated in the southern part of the Okavango Delta

  • 8 River Tents
  • 2 Family River Tents
  • 2 Guide Tents
  • Bush Walks
  • Mokoro Excursions
  • Boat Cruises (water level dependant)
  • 20 Minute Scenic Helicopter flight with Heli Pad
  • Easy access from Maun by road approx. 1 hour & 30 min drive
  • Off the Grid

About

Lake Mokoba Tented Camp is set along the perennial Gomoti River in the southern region of the Okavango Delta, overlooking a tranquil lake teeming with hippos and crocodiles. The camp takes its name from the Mokoba, the local term for the Knobthorn tree, a resilient acacia species that flourishes in this part of Botswana. The area is known for its abundant wildlife and year-round safari experiences. Guests can enjoy bush walks, mokoro excursions, and boat cruises along the river throughout the year.

Off-grid luxury tented camp on the perennial Gomoti River in the southern Okavango Delta, overlooking a lake with hippo and crocodile. Named for the Mokoba (knobthorn) tree. Two safari activities daily: bush walks, mokoro excursions and boat cruises. 8 River Tents and 2 Family River Villas, 24 beds. Helipad on site.

Rooms & suites

  • Family river villa

    Two-bedroom family unit, each bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom, sharing a viewing deck.

    2 unitssleeps up to 4
    • Bedroom 1: king size bed with en-suite bathroom, bath and double vanity
    • Bedroom 2: twin beds with en-suite bathroom, shower and single vanity
    • Viewing deck
    • Stand-up fan
    • Electrical outlets

  • River tent

    River-facing tent with a king bed, en-suite shower bathroom and its own viewing deck.

    8 unitssleeps up to 2
    • King size bed, converted to twin beds on request
    • En-suite bathroom with a shower and double vanity
    • Viewing deck
    • Stand-up fan
    • Electrical outlets

What's included

  • Accommodation
  • All meals
  • Beverages
  • Two safari activities daily
  • Two safari activities daily (bush walks, mokoro or boat cruise)
  • Park fees
  • Bed levy
  • VAT

Amenities & services

  • Open plan lounge, dining room & bar area
  • Heli pad
  • Boma
  • Wifi

Things to do here

Experiences this property offers, arranged as part of your stay.

  • A light helicopter on the ground, rotors at rest, ready for a transfer flight

    Helicopter Horizons - Maun to Lake Mokoba transfer

    from $285

    Transfer

    Helicopter transfer between Maun and Lake Mokoba, one way or return. Minimum 2 passengers. A departure tax of USD 25 per person applies in addition to the transfer fare.

  • Aerial view over the Okavango Delta from a doors-off scenic flight

    Helicopter Horizons - doors-off scenic flight

    from $390

    Activity

    Doors-off scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta, in 30, 45 and 60 minute options. Minimum 2 passengers.

Location

Gomoti River · Okavango Delta · Botswana

Gomoti River, southern Okavango Delta, Botswana

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Getting there

Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes by road from Maun. Helicopter transfer between Maun and this location is also available (both directions), on request at an extra cost. · nearest hub: Maun

About 1h30 by road from Maun. Helicopter transfer available (~20 min); camp has a helipad. Off-grid.

Good to know

Transfers

Road and helicopter transfers are available on request at an extra cost. The camp is about a 1 hour 30 minute drive from Maun, and there is a helipad on site for the 20 minute scenic helicopter flight.

Power & Electricity

Lake Mokoba Tented Camp is entirely off the grid. Each tent has electrical outlets for charging devices.

Wifi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the common areas only; there is no Wi-Fi coverage in the tents.

Park Fees & Conservation Levies

Park fees, bed levy and VAT are included in the nightly rate.

Travelling with Children

Children under 12 years pay 50% of the adult sharing rate when sharing with 2 adults, up to a maximum of 2 children, and only in the Family River Tent, subject to availability.

Activities

Boat cruises along the perennial Gomoti River bring close encounters with hippos, crocodiles and birdlife (water levels permitting). Mokoro excursions glide guests through the winding channels for an intimate view of the Delta. Guided walking safaris let guests explore the bush on foot with an experienced guide. A 20-minute scenic helicopter flight departs directly from the camp's own helipad.

Guide tents are separate from guest accommodation

The fact sheet's Quick Facts list mentions 2 Guide Tents in addition to the 8 River Tents and 2 Family River Villas. The Fact File's guest bed count (24 beds) only covers the River Tents and Family River Villas — the Guide Tents are for accompanying guides/staff and are not part of bookable guest inventory.

Camp is off the grid

The camp is described in the supplier fact sheet as "Off the Grid." Each tent has electrical outlets and a stand-up fan, but the fact sheet does not state the power source (e.g. solar, generator).

Road and helicopter transfers

Road transfer is approx. 1 hour 30 minutes from Maun. Road and helicopter transfers can also be arranged on request at an extra cost, and a 20-minute scenic helicopter flight using the camp's own helipad is available. The camp has a helipad on site.