When compared with Botswana’s other safari destinations, Mokolodi Nature Reserve feels more like a zoo than a wildlife reserve. But if you’re in Gaborone (the capital city), it’s a great place to see a range of introduced mammals, such as , , , , , , , , and . A couple of are kept in a separate enclosure. The park also has eight to 10 reintroduced , and while is present, it is very rarely seen.
Wildlife Highlights
and can be tracked as an activity in Mokolodi, and there is a reptile center where it is possible to hold a . The two-hour offers a chance to see some of the animals in the reserve, such as , , , and .
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
Unlike the bigger reserves that are part of an ecosystem, there isn’t really a best time for wildlife viewing in Mokolodi. However, animals are easier to spot in the drier months, from April to October, when the undergrowth thins out. The other consideration is the condition of the roads. If you are self-driving in Mokolodi, a 4x4 vehicle is essential in the Wet season, from November to March. The reserve sometimes closes for a few weeks between December and March.
View Photos (19)
