Okovango Horse Safaris

Frommer's Review

These safaris are run in a private concession in the western delta bordering Moremi Game Reserve, and take you deep into the wetlands. Expect to spend between 4 and 6 hours a day in the saddle. Minimum riding ability required is a mastery of the basics, including an ability to trot for stretches of 10 minutes at a time and -- even more important -- the ability to gallop out of trouble! The maximum weight limit is 95 kilograms (210 lb.), and riders over 90 kilograms (200 lb.) pay 50% more for an extra horse. The tack is English-style, and each saddle has a seat-saver for comfort. Trail riders move from Kujwana Camp (spacious safari tents with shower en-suite and flush toilets) to Moklowane (tents have bucket-and-pulley showers and safari toilets) to Fly Camp (dome tents with camp beds, long drop toilets, and bucket showers). A maximum of eight riders is taken, and the safaris last between 5 and 10 days. Besides horse rides, guests are treated to game drives, bush walks, and mokoro trips, which helps keep things varied and interesting. The camps are closed December through February.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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