3-Day Fully Catered Mokoro (Canoe) Safari Okavango Delta

Shipungo Safari & Tours

4.9/5 – 101 Reviews

$660 pp (USD)

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Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana

Shipungo Safari & Tours

4.9/5
(101 Reviews)

Office In:: Botswana
Size:: 10-20 employees (Founded in 2015)
Tour Types:: Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations:: BW

Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana

Shipungo Safari & Tours is a 100% whole citizen owned company. Shipungo Safari & Tours operates its business from their offices in Maun situated at Pumpkin Patch Complex (office 7) offices at Newtown along Sedie road.Shipungo offers tourist a highly enjoyable and flexible way to see the truly extraordinary places of interests in Botswana especially the northern part of Botswana. Shipungo Safari & Tours has a sizzling spot when it comes to operating a mobile safari company, the company will fulfill this spot and further boost Maun economic growth for sustainable tourists attraction around the country.

Reviews101

Rosa –

Reviewed: Aug 7, 2025

Absolutely worthy

5/5

Our guide, Kem, was very professional all the time and did his best to show us all the treasures of Moremi, which included several lions and 4 cheetahs, not bad! Also the food provided for breakfast and lunch was abundant and good, and the blankets for the ride in the cold morning were really appreciated.
All in all, it was a memorable experience.

Ramdas Iyer –

Reviewed: Jul 22, 2025

Great adventure with good value

5/5

Traveled for 9 days with guide Kem and crewman KG/OT and an amazing cook Shine. We covered a lot of ground saw amazing sittings of Cheerah with cubs, leopards, hyenas with cubs, wild dog with pups ets etc. we plan on going with them again next year. We covered chobe, Savuti, Khai and Moremi

My only negative which is fixable- more blankets for the tent and lap blankets for the car

suri –

Reviewed: Jul 14, 2025

Mark is professional tour organiser and help his clients to the best of his ability.

5/5

Did Okavango Delta safari for 2 nights and 3 days tour. Services (occomdation, food and mokoro & walks) were excellent and guide could explain well.

The tour was reliable and staff (guide, chef and support staff) looked after me well.

Kiran Hegde –

Reviewed: Jul 13, 2025

amazing 10 days in botswana

5/5

Our 10-day mobile safari through Botswana in June 2024, organized by Shipungo Safari & Tours, was an extraordinary adventure that exceeded our expectations as first-time safari-goers. From the wild landscapes of the Okavango Delta to the vibrant wildlife of Moremi, Khwai, Savuti, and Chobe, Shipungo crafted a trip that left us in awe. Below is our feedback, highlighting what made this experience exceptional and a couple of minor areas for improvement.

# References

[1] out photos from the trip are at: https://photos.app.goo.gl/vNp5xQVmz6mxfwvi6
[2] i wrote a blog detailing our experience. start here: https://hegdestravels.blogspot.com/2025/01/botswana-2024-conclusion-and-summary.html, and then work through the links in this page.
[3] i converted my blogs into a book: https://amzn.eu/d/0I38njr

# What Worked Well

Outstanding Guides and Staff:
The Shipungo team, led by Mark, was phenomenal. Our guides—Orphan (Ofilwe) in the Okavango Delta, Kem for Moremi and Savuti, and Tops for the Chobe River cruise—brought the wilderness to life. Orphan’s sagebrush scent-masking tips and calm handling of close elephant encounters were unforgettable. Kem’s storytelling and skillful tracking, like spotting a leopard on patrol, kept us captivated. Tops’ insights into elephant behavior on the Chobe River added depth to our cruises. Their expertise, honed through Botswana’s rigorous guide certification, ensured we felt safe and enriched throughout. Shine, our chef, and KG, our camp hand, were equally exceptional, making every moment seamless and memorable.

Well-Crafted Itinerary:
The itinerary was perfectly balanced, covering the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai, Savuti, and Chobe. From walking safaris and mokoro trips in the Delta to thrilling game drives in Moremi and Savuti, and serene Chobe River cruises, every day offered something unique. Highlights included witnessing a buffalo kill by nine lions, tracking leopards, and enjoying sundowners by the river. Shipungo’s flexibility—lingering at a lion sighting instead of a scheduled boat ride—prioritized wildlife experiences, making the trip truly special.

Exceptional Camp Experience:
The bush camping was raw and authentic, exactly what we wanted. Shine’s vegetarian meals, like veg burgers, quiche, and oven-baked bread, were a delight, far exceeding expectations for camp cooking. KG’s efficient camp setup, including tents with open-air showers and pit latrines, added to the adventure without compromising comfort. Mid-trip clean linens and towels were a thoughtful touch.

Personalized Service:
Mark’s attentiveness during planning set Shipungo apart. He patiently answered our many questions, tailoring the trip to our family’s needs. His gesture of delivering laundered clothes and duffel bags in Maun eased our transitions between locations, reflecting his commitment to a personalized experience.

Value for Money:
Compared to luxury camps, Shipungo’s mobile safari was budget-friendly without sacrificing quality. The authenticity, safety, and exceptional wildlife encounters made it an incredible value, perfect for those seeking a genuine safari experience.

# Areas for Improvement

While the trip was near-perfect, a couple of minor points could enhance future experiences:

Night Drive in Khwai:
During itinerary planning in April 2024 I asked Mark to add a one‑night stop in Khwai expressly for a night drive. Mark happily obliged, but once there it became clear our guide Kem lacked night‑driving experience and felt uncomfortable spotlighting after dark, so the drive was cut short. A guide with proven night‑drive expertise - or clearer pre‑trip guidance on its limitations -- would have set better expectations. That said, the Khwai River sundowner and the next morning’s superb game drive more than made up for the disappointment. We suggest Shipungo review how night drives are staffed and briefed in future.

First Aid Kit Oversight:
The operator forgot to bring a first aid kit to the Okavango Delta and then to the rest of the safari, which could have been problematic had we needed it. Thankfully, our own kit covered us, but Shipungo should ensure a kit is always included for safety.

# Overall Impression

Shipungo Safari & Tours delivered an unforgettable journey through Botswana’s wild heart. Mark’s meticulous planning, combined with the expertise and warmth of Orphan, Kem, Tops, Shine, and KG, made this a five-star experience despite minor deviations. From close encounters with elephants and lions to serene sundowners, every moment deepened our appreciation for Botswana’s wildlife and culture. We wholeheartedly recommend Shipungo to anyone seeking an authentic, well-organized safari and are already dreaming of our next adventure with them!

Anne and Steve –

Reviewed: Jul 9, 2025

The most amazing safari experience we ever could have imagined

5/5

We did a 7 day 6 night safari from Maun to Kasane. 2 nights Moremi NP, 2 nights Kwai and 2 nights Savuti. Our camp team were fabulous.
Our tour guide, Kem went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed a maximum experience. Many close encounters with all the animals we expected to see, and some we weren’t sure we would see, including lion, leopard, cheetah, African wild dog. His ability to track animals was exceptional and his knowledge of the animals, birds and bush was impressive. Sunset drinks with stunning vistas.
Tal was our chef, producing an excellent array of well balanced meals in the middle of Africa with a very happy, joyful disposition. The hot porridge on those cold mornings was so good.
Slo was are camp manager, setting up camp the most comfortable, efficient camp areas. Our tent size allowed enough space so not to feel claustrophobic with a camp bathroom/toilet attached. Camp fires every night under the stars listening to lions roar and hyenas wail are memories I will never forget
I would make two changes to our safari that being flying into Moremi NP from Maun and flying out from Savuti to Kasane for the Chobe River cruise to finish the safari. Both the beginning and end with so many hours sitting in the back of a safari vehicle being wind blasted were very difficult to tolerate.