Mokolwane Camp is a small, relaxed camp in the Xudum concession (NG29), southwestern corner of the Okavango Delta. Teeming with herds of elephants and all the Okavango predators. This is leopard country. These territorial cats love it here so much, that the area boasts the third highest density recorded anywhere in Africa. Competing with strong populations of lions, wild dogs, hyenas, and cheetahs for prey. The smaller species like bat-eared foxes, side-striped and black-backed jackals, African wild cats, honey badgers, meerkats, and mongooses are also frequently seen in abundance. As night falls, enjoy sightings of all the nocturnal creatures, from porcupine, aardwolf, aardvark, civet, and genet. This is an exciting concession for bird lovers too. From wattle cranes, Pel’s fishing owl, and martial eagles, to huge flocks of quelea preyed on by falcon, there’s plenty to tick off on the bird list.
Woodland Kingfisher
For birds and wildlife, it is a playground of open grasslands, fertile floodplains, crystal clear lagoons, reeded islands, and riverine and mopane forests, creating a wonderfully varied landscape for them to live in. Open savannah gives way to small expanses of floodplain, and leadwood thickets, mangosteens, marulas, sausage trees, and wild sage punctuate the wilderness. With so much action, it’s no surprise that National Geographic and Netflix filmmaker Brad Bestelink has chosen to base himself here.
The camp is tucked away in 180,000 hectares of wilderness, amongst a sprinkling of Mokolwane palms. Mokolwane is the only camp for miles around. Therefore you’ll feel like you own the place! This is the perfect little hideaway, offering a big adventure in the wilderness.
If you’re looking for an exclusive use camp, this private camp is ideal for small groups. WiFi is available in the main area.
At Mokolwane you’ll find 6 x twins (or converted to doubles), and 1 x family charming canvas tents. Therefore, the camp can accommodate a maximum of 14 people. The tents are lifted 10 feet above the ground amongst the shady bows of fig, jackalberry, ilala palm, and wild mangosteens. Elephants love it here, with a buffet of palm nuts, berries, and wild figs to feast on as they drip off these tree giants.
The rooms’ comfortable interiors emanate an earthly charm. Set on the Matsebi river system you’ll find yourself amongst the shade, enjoying spectacular views which turn emerald as the floodwaters roll in. En-suite facilities include indoor showers, flush toilets, and hot and cold running water. A mosquito net drapes over the beds. And a ceiling fan to keep you cool.
Twin room
Mokolwane Activities
The diverse landscape is scattered with herds of elephants and large numbers of predators. With virtually no other people around you will enjoy remarkable game drives in the company of our exceptional guides. Enjoy morning and afternoon into evening game drives exploring the beautiful yet diverse ecosystems. Going between the islands and the fertile floodplains, keep an eye out for predators stalking the big herds. Wind your way along crystal clear channels on a mokoro (seasonal), floating between the water lilies and the papyrus reeds. Stand on your shady tent deck, coffee, and binos in hand, looking for spectacular sightings that come close to camp.
Experience a thrilling scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta (at an additional cost).
Lion prideSaddle-billed Stork
When to Visit Mokolwane
Mokolwane is open all year round, with a focus on game drives and scenic helicopter flights.
The dry season is from April to October. The annual floods reach the concession in around April or May. The water stays in this area until around the end of September. The green season is from November to March.
Getting to Mokolwane Camp
There are direct flights from Cape Town and Johannesburg to Maun. Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, and Qatar Airways also now fly to Maun. From Maun, it is a 30 minute helicopter transfer to the camp.
Transfers between camps in the Okavango Delta are within 30 minutes by air. Jack’s Camp in the Makgadikgadi is a 60 minute air transfer.
Namibia:
Safarihoek Lodge (and Safari House), Etosha Mountain Lodge, Kwessi Dunes, and Hoanib Valley Camp
It excludes Natural Selections Shipwreck Lodge in Namibia and its South African properties.
Mokolwane Camp rates per night
1-5 Night Rate
6+ Night Rate
Per person sharing
Single Supplement
Per person sharing
Single Supplement
Green Season: 10th January – 31st March 2025
$630
Nil
$567
Nil
Shoulder Season: 1st – 30th April 2025
$875
$350
$788
$320
Shoulder Season: 1st – 31st May 2025
$995
$400
$896
$360
High Season: 1st June – 30th June 2025
$1,195
$480
$1,135
$455
Peak Season: 1st July – 31st August 2025
$1,076
$435
High Season: 1st September – 31st October 2025
$1,350
$540
$1,283
$515
Shoulder Season: 1st November – 19th December 2025
$875
$350
$788
$320
High Season: 20th December 2025 – 9th January 2026
$1,195
$480
$1,076
$435
Long stay rates also exclude Okavango Spirit, Planet Baobab, and Private Mobiles in Botswana. However, any nights booked at these properties will qualify towards the minimum night stay.
Rates Include:
Accommodation, all meals, beverages, guest laundry, daily activities, expert guiding, park entry fees, and VAT.
Rates Exclude:
Premium brand drinks, gratuities, flights, and fully comprehensive personal travel insurance. There is also a nightly Conservation, Community & Reserve Fee.
Child Policy:
Children from 6 years old are welcome at Mokolwane Camp. When sharing with adults, children are charged 50% of the per person rate per night. Children refer to kids aged between 6 to 18 years. Standard rates apply to children for services not included in the rates. For example, the helicopter over the Delta flights.
Mokolwane Camp Accommodation Special Offers
Complimentary Access
On a stay of 3 nights or more at Mokolwane, the arrival helicopter transfer (one way) is complimentary. So you can enjoy a scenic flight into camp on us!
This is valid all year but cannot be combined with other offers except:
Mbamba & Mokolwane Okavango Combination
Book 3 nights at Mbamba and a minimum of 3 nights at Mokolwane and get one complimentary night at each camp.
Mbamba only opens in April 2025.
Stay 6, Pay 4: Mokolwane with Hyena Pan and/or Meno a Kwena
Stay 6 and only pay for 4 nights when you combine Mokolwane with Hyena Pan and/or Meno a Kwena.
Both stay/pay offers are valid for travel until 31st December 2025. Excluding peak season: 1st July – 31st August 2025. In peak season you get the free arrival helicopter using the complimentary access to Mokolwane offer.
Okavango Delta Honeymoon Offer
Spend your honeymoon with us and one spouse receives 50% off the nightly rate at Mokolwane Camp.
The offer is valid all year and is valid up to 12 months from the date of marriage.
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