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Place in North-West District, Botswana
Photo: Susanne Mattes, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Maun is an important village in Botswana, the "tourism capital" of Botswana, and major gateway to the Okavango Delta. In 2021, it was home to about 85,000 people.
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A fleet of seven aircraft flies 5,000 passengers per year. Has ties to Delta Camp and Oddballs.
Price is for a flight in the 4-seat Cessna 172.
Based primarily in Maun, they also have one plane in Kasane. Their charter and sightseeing range includes Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Lusaka, Windhoek, Gaborone, and Johannesburg.
A well-regarded operator, independent of the camps. Also offer charter service to Kasane, Windhoek, Livingstone, Francistown, and Gaborone.
The largest of the air operators. They are affiliated with Wilderness Safaris, and thus fly most of Wilderness Safari's clients. Sefofane also gives flight instruction.
Offers flights in helicopters instead of fixed-wing aircraft. This is a great experience!
Not an air operator themselves, Merlin has a long history as a booking agent and communications relay for tour and aircraft operators.
Primarily does the transfers for Desert and Delta Safaris lodges.
A mokoro trip in a traditional dugout canoe with a poler that pushes you through the waterways of the Okavango delta is combined with an overnight stay, camping or hiking. Any travel agency can arrange this. Depending who you book this with, the price varies.
A mobile safari operator based in Maun. The offices are in Old Mall on top of Multichoice on the first floor. The company offers various kinds of outings, such as day trips to Moremi Game Reserve, Nxai Pan National Park, Tsodilo Hills, Gchiwaha and Mokoro excursions in Boro/Daunara. Gumasema Adventures & Safaris also does overnight camping trips which can be as long as 14 days.
Have a delicious meal either in the Dining Room or relax at their Poolside Terrace
Petite coffee shop offering a variety of food and drink. Patrons sit in an open courtyard set in the center of a unique piece of architecture, Mauns Castle.
Great way to try a lot of different local dishes at one time! As well as a Mopane worm if you are up for the challenge!
In large grounds on the banks of the Thamalakane River. The rooms have ensuite bath but also colourful African decor. Chalets have one or two bedrooms with air conditioning and satellite TV. There is also a campsite. They also offer the largest swimming pool in town, a terrace bar, an indoor bar, and a dining room. Plenty of birds to watch.
Offers camping, bedded tents, and a self catering house for larger groups. Restaurant on site. Makes an effort to employ local businesses and return wealth to the community. Transfers to town, safaris, and excursions available.
Simple accommodation, camping, trips into the Okavango Delta. Good if you enjoy a party but can be noisy.
formerly Back to the Bridge
A unique, comfortable and historic surrounding and friendly owners. Bar can be noisy. No dorms.
Beautiful chalets, peaceful atmosphere and campiste for overlanders/backpackers.
Perfect if you are looking to get away from it all. In a bush setting, peaceful, luxurious and pristine.
Camping with own tent and dorm beds.
A self-catering hotel along one of Maun's major routes. Ample parking space for your vehicle.
Motsana is a cultural centre in Maun that boasts 7 shops, 2 dance studios, a coffee shop, stage & open air courtyard. Its strives to provide locals and tourists with entertainment, shopping, food & drink within the walls of a unique yet spectacular piece of architecture!
Buy some baskets or learn to weave.
By car
You can get to Maun using the highway from Francistown. At Nata, take the A3. (It is well sign-posted.)
By bus
There are daily buses from the bus rank in Gaborone to Maun at 05:30, 07:00, and 11:30 (recommend catching the 05:30 one, if you wish to get to Maun before dark).
Okavango scenic flights
There are several small operators on or near the Maun airport.
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Maun · International · MUB
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