Best Adventurous Things to Do in Maun
THE 10 BEST Adventurous Things to Do in Maun
Best Adventurous Things to Do in Maun
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- MarcoLondon, UK163 contributionsGo in the wet seasons when you can go in a mokoro canoe down the canals the elephants create by walking through the tall grasses. Amazing place to be.Written 11 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- InSearchOfVeganFood60 contributionsHelene and her team really looked after us and paid attention to every detail to make sure our trip was unforgettable.
From the calls in advance to go over everything and understand all of our wishes for the trip, then meeting us at the airport and introducing us to our most wonderful guide Joseph, then of course the adventure began and we went on the experience of a lifetime!
We were taken on daily tours of the bush, served great vegan meals every day, went on a dugout canoe ride, tried basket weaving and camped in the middle of the Moremi game reserve for multiple nights where we got to see these incredible animals living in their natural environment.
We saw lions, elephants, wild dogs, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, wildebeest and more! Joseph is incredibly kind and knowledgable and was always teaching us things about the wildlife. It's hard to put into words, but these memories will stay with our family forever.
Thank you Helene, David, Joseph and team!Written 21 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - GrandTour427954462131 contributionMy wife and I travelled with another couple to South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. The entire trip of 18 days was customised for us and organised by Christelle from Gondwana tours. The itinerary was very well put together with excellent communication at all times to ensure our needs were met. The whole process was very smooth with quick turn around on changes and no stress. We couldn't have been served better. The trip itself was brilliant with recommendations on accommodation and places to visit that were fantastic without exception. The lodges in particular were great with attention focussed on our individual needs especially with regard to dietary requirements. The transfers between lodges and locations were seamless despite different providers being involved. We would not hesitate to recommend Christelle and Gondwana tours to others wanting a unique experience in Africa.Written 3 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PeterPensacola, FL1 502 contributionsWonderful experience and customer service. Booking was easy and I received same day answers to multiple questions by email from Joy and others.
Our flight was cancelled due to a storm but rescheduled for the next morning without a problem. A driver picked us up at our Maun hotel and returned us afterwards - very convenient. Kane, our pilot, was professional and gave just the right amount of info (not too much). We found Wildebeest, Zebra, Elephants, Hippos, Giraffes and Crocodiles. I'm in a wheelchair and getting into the front seat was not a problem (with help).
NOTES: Sunscreen on your arms is a must. I used a 200 - 600mm lens (full frame) on my DLSR and it was too long. 100 - 300mm would have been better at 500 feet up (150m). I'm 6' 1" (185cm) and fit in the front but would not have fit in back.Written 26 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Chris MHereford, United Kingdom13 contributionsLetaka safaris are a credit to the safari tour world. Every detail taken care of and with brilliant staff. We had 9 days camping in Botswana with them and it couldn't have been more perfect. An amazing amount of animals close up in various locations. Our guide, Benjamin, was the best guide that we have had the pleasure to be with. His knowledge and ability to get us into the right positions for photography was excellent. We also had a photographic expert with us, Charlie Summers, who, I have to say was really good. We learnt a lot from him, but more than that, he was an affable and patient character. Happy to offer advice at every stage.Written 29 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Camper140242465363 contributionsAs a solo woman this was a fantastic way to travel, as I joined an existing group of two for the camping part of it, then travelled solo onto Kasane (Chobi National Park) and Victoria Falls where I stayed in hotels. Maria tailored the trip to meet my requirements and was efficient and courteous in answering my questions. The highlight for me was the camping as it is the best way to get up close with animals, but you must be prepared to 'rough it' a bit - camp bed and en-suite long drop toilet and bush shower (with hot water) - but all comfortable. The elephants came to us one night - I looked out my tent window and all I could see was elephant. The guide was dedicated in seeking out the animals and the three camp staff were efficient and friendly. The first night I slept on a mattress in the open at the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans - wow, what stars. Then two nights camping at a mobile camp in the Okavango Delta, a night R&R in Maun, then three nights camping in Moremi Game Reserve. The number and variety of animals and birds sighted exceeded my expectations. My favourite sighting was the pride of three lionesses with their eight cubs.Written 15 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GarfieldluvrDenver, CO977 contributionsMy Boyfriend and I decided we wanted to do a safari in Botswana. I started trying to plan our trip and realized rather quicky that this trip was going to be different. For most trips I plan everything; our flights, hotels, restaurants, transportation, and tours. I actually really enjoy planning vacations and I am a little bit of a control freak, preferring to have complete control over all aspects of our trip. I realized that while African safari trips can be planned by folks like me, they usually are not, as most people use a company to help them. I found Safari Specialists mentioned on the TS forms several times so decided to reach out to them and was connected to Nadine. Since this was our first safari, I had tons of questions and Nadine patiently answered every single one. She provided me with so much detailed information it really helped me make decisions as to what we wanted to do. She recommended some camps based on our personal preferences, and laid all options out on the table. She would send me prices for Camp A, B, and C and if I said that was too high, she would revise it with Camp A, B and D stuff like that. We did that back and forth for quite a while until I found the price and the camps that I liked. I never felt pressured to choose any specific camp or anything, the information was simply presented for me to use to make the best decision. I was a little nervous about paying a deposit for far in advance, but I understand the need for it, and I had no issues. Upon arriving to Africa, we had ZERO issues. Every car arrived when they said they would, every plane took us where we needed to be, every camp was prepared for our arrival, it was totally seamless. On top off all that, a rep from Safari Specialists met us at Maun Airport and brought us over to a wonderful café before wishing us well on our journey. I think using a company based in Botswana brings more local knowledge and recommendations. Camps are closing, opening, and changing and Nadine knew all of the news and was able to use that to help me find the best camps for our preferences with the best price. I highly recommend Safari Specialists If you are planning a Safari to Botawana or neighboring countries. They are ush a knowledgeable, dependable, and friendly company. Thank you Nadine for helping us plan the trip of a lifetime!Written 14 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jules RSydney, Australia24 contributionsIn October 2023 three friends and I had the absolute pleasure of doing a 7 day safari in Botswana with Walking Sticks Travel & Tours. The great service began before we left Australia as we emailed to and fro asking questions and clarifying details about the trip and were provided with all the info we needed by the very helpful Kealeboga James. It was a mobile safari which meant we camped in 4 different areas. As such, we got to see different landscapes and animals through Okavango Delta, Khwai Community Area, Savute area and Chobe National Park. I arrived in Maun the day before our tour started but still I was greeted at the airport by Walking Sticks owner Phillimon who drove me to my hotel. He immediately struck me as a polite and respectful person and as we spent the week in his care he proved to also be professional, humble, flexible, trustworthy and extremely knowledgeable with regard to flora, fauna and all things nature. He was supported by a terrific, hardworking team including Chef 'Prince' (a funny fellow), another expert guide, and multi-skilled back-up people who did everything from poling the Mokoro canoes to setting up tents and completing many tasks required to look after our needs so all the hard work was done for us. Our tour began with an enthralling Mokoro trip through the beautiful pristine wetlands where we were amongst hippos, crocs, elephants and birds. Mokoro's are the main form of transport and our camping spot was inaccessible by road and located in a shady nook near the water where we could view elephants and hear the sounds of nature (eg lion's roaring) day and night. Our tents with en-suite were adequate and we enjoyed the food and gin & tonic 'sundowner's whilst watching the gorgeous sunsets. Each day we spent hours game viewing either on foot or by jeep and Phillimon had a gift at being able to track and locate all manner of wildlife including lion, hyena, wild dogs, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, baboon, leopard and a variety of antelope and birds. We learnt so much as he imparted his knowledge of their behaviour and the landscape. All our campsites were different and in lovely settings. If you are a person who loves nature and living amongst it, can be up at sunrise every day and handle the challenges of dusty, bumpy roads and hot weather (October) then this tour is for you. It is one of the most memorable experiences in my 40 years of traveling. Thank you so much to Phillimon - your integrity is a true asset. Walking Sticks is a locally owned and run business and deserves the highest praise.Written 15 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 968siumanc7 contributionsAmazing trip. 7 nights in three different camps in Okavango Delta and Linyanti in early Nov. I liked all three camps Roger has chosen for us as they all had something different to offer. The itinerary ran smoothly and the transfers between camps were short enough that we never felt rushed. Food and drinks were sumptuous. We saw 9 different leopards, over 30 different lions, a pack of 6 wild dogs, 2 cheetahs and over 300+ elephants!
I loved the first camp as it is exactly what I was looking for – rustic but sophisticated. The camp also had the busiest waterhole. My favourite moment in the camp was an elephant feeding right next to my room whilst a hyena walking by on the other side.
The second camp was the only camp with access to enough water to do mokoro or boat rides in Nov, it was great to do a boat ride to break up the game drives. We had some incredible encounters with 3 wandering male lions and with another 3 male lions as part of a big pride.
At the last camp, we had the most amazing guide and tracker. The sandy terrain really put their tracking skills to the test. They ensured that we had intimate encounters with wild dogs and cheetahs, and we had a special moment with a lioness nursing some tiny cubs and we also had an amazing encounter with a big herd of elephants while we stopped for our morning drinks.Written 1 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Giny SToronto, Canada59 contributionsClothing
Proper attire is very important. Tips for travellers that join safaris during the winter months, bring winter cloths with you: Gloves, hat, scarves, items that can be worn in layers. Safari starts at approximately 5:30 AM, no windows or even windshield to allow better visibility but it means wind chill and lower temperature. It might be 3 Celsius to 8C at this time of the year going up to 25C to 28C around lunchtime, dropping again after sunset. Shoes, hiking shows leather preferable, tennis shoes allow sand and earth to get through.
We are very happy with Degree, his knowledge of wild life, in particular birds. He is very attentive
Dune Camp, but it might not be worthwhile driving a total of 8 hours to visit a private reserve. It is besides Kalahari Reserve, but we never had the opportunity to visit the actual reserve. Animals that we saw in Dune Camp are in most of the other government reserves. We wonder if it is actually ethical to support private reserves that prevent free movement of animals in some cases causing their death due to thousand of kilometers with high electrical fences.
In summary we would recommend dropping Camp/Lodge Dune Camp and those two days. There are two options, to make the safari shorter or to extend the days in the other two sites in particular Khwai or Moremi area. Instead of driving all the way from Maun to Khwai to add the flight as part of the package, picking up guests directly in that location. Chobe is too busy compared to Moremi. If the purpose is selling exclusivity Khwai/Moremi is the answer.Written 15 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ken G2 contributionsJack and his team gave us a great experience in Botswana. As first time safari
goers we were amazed at the number of different species and the numbers of each type. Among these we saw many antelopes ; elephants; lions; hippos; giraffes;
wild painted dogs; monkeys; zebras as well as many others. The food we were served each
day was excellent. We could not believe the bread and cake that was baked in the bush in a tin oven. The information given to us by Jack and company was great.
He tracked animals to find them for us and then positioned our vehicle for us'
to take pictures. All of our questions were answered in detail.
All in all a once in a lifetime experience made great by Jack and his team.
We would recommend Tony Mobile Safaris to anyone interested in taking one
and ask for Jack as your guide.Written 31 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Sivananthan KokulLusaka, Zambia247 contributionsWe did our scenic flight in March 2020. Before i book with them i read all their reviews and comments on the various sites and all were encouraging Air Shakawe. They proved it From booking until end of the flights all their staffs were very professional and help[ full. Special thanks to Amanda Reservation Manager.
Brain Pilot, was awesome, we did not feel the Take off and landing. It was very smooth. Thank you Air Shakawe.Written 14 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Anne S15 contributionsOur Botswanan safari with Gideon and his crew was amazing. Their knowledge of, and passion for, the natural environment was clear from Day One. This was our first visit to Africa and we were not sure what we were going to experience. Camping in the wild gave us the opportunity to see animals big and small up close and away from large groups of people. Words cannot describe what it is like to see some of the animals you've read about or watch in documentaries in their natural habitat for the first time. This was an experience beyond our usual day to day lives but the briefings and guidance we received from the team made us feel safe during our time in the bush. We will never forget this. Our tent was very comfortable and large enough for a 185 cm tall person to stand up in and we appreciated the private toilet facilities attached to the back of the tent. Mikey, our Botswanan Master Chef, consistently produced wonderful meals in the bush kitchen and we loved sitting around the bush television at night, hearing the sounds of animals roaming around. We allowed 12 days to visit Magkadikgadi, Moremi and Chobe National Parks and Khwai Concession. All very different locations and offering wonderful wildlife experiences. Be aware that the driving time between Maun and some of these locations takes longer than it looks on a map due to the condition of the roads so if you want to visit them all, allow plenty of time. Also be prepared to be flexible as you are travelling in remote places and things don't always go to plan. We enjoyed this trip so much that we hope to do another one in the not-too-distant future. Ke a leboga to Gideon and your team, Anne & Paul.Written 28 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- J MPhnom Penh2 contributionsThe professionalism and hospitality of this company is beyond words. My friend and I did a tour with a guide for 2 nights in a tent.
We saw all the animals we expected plus more (ex. lot of lions). Our guide was a master chef plus had eagle eyes (ex. With his bare eyes he spotted a cheetah under a tree 500m away. Impressive!).
100% recommended.Written 3 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AeolusTorbay_ukPaignton, UK23 contributionsWe have been on several African wildlife trips in various countries but the experience with African Big 5 is on another level. Partner really knows and feels every bit of the country that he so expertly displays to his guests. His intimate knowledge and feel for animal behaviour ensures that the most is made out of every moment. His observation skills are beyond compare and his leadership skills in recruiting support staff that seem to relish the challenge of meeting his high expectations. He was sensitive to the needs of a mixed group who ranged from extremely enthusiastic birders, keen bird photographers, those interested in trees & insects and those who just wanted to experience the best of Botswana/Africa. I think that we all felt that he was catering for our needs. But you can sometimes have too many Lilac Breasted Rollers!
The tents can be very hot and the roads very rough- but this is raw Africa at its best. I hope we can returnWritten 25 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
