Can I bring a full-size tripod for my camera?

No. A mokoro is a dugout canoe; it is unstable and there is no room for bulky tripods. Bring a beanbag or a small, clamp-style mount instead.

How cold does it get at night?

If you are traveling in the dry season (June-August), night temperatures can drop to 40°F (5°C). Bring a lightweight fleece or down jacket.

Do I need special boots for a mokoro safari?

No. You will likely be barefoot or in sandals while in the boat. Bring a pair of lightweight, closed-toe trail shoes for the walking portions of your safari.

Packing for a Botswana Mokoro Safari

Pack light in soft-sided, non-rigid duffel bags because space inside a mokoro is extremely limited. Focus on breathable, neutral-colored clothing that protects against sun and insects, and keep all electronics in waterproof dry bags.

Select the right luggage. Use a soft-sided, collapsible duffel bag. Hard-shell suitcases will not fit in a mokoro and are often prohibited on the light aircraft flights used to reach the Delta.
Choose your clothing layers. Stick to lightweight, quick-dry synthetic fabrics in khaki, tan, or olive green. Avoid dark blue or black, as these colors attract tsetse flies, which are common in parts of the Okavango Delta.
Protect your gear. Bring at least two 10-liter dry bags. A mokoro sits very low to the water; splashes are inevitable, and you need a way to keep your camera, phone, and spare batteries bone-dry.
Minimize toiletries. Pack biodegradable soaps and sunblock. You are out in the wild; anything you bring must be manageable, and scented products attract unwanted insects.

Can I bring a full-size tripod for my camera?: No. A mokoro is a dugout canoe; it is unstable and there is no room for bulky tripods. Bring a beanbag or a small, clamp-style mount instead.
How cold does it get at night?: If you are traveling in the dry season (June-August), night temperatures can drop to 40°F (5°C). Bring a lightweight fleece or down jacket.
Do I need special boots for a mokoro safari?: No. You will likely be barefoot or in sandals while in the boat. Bring a pair of lightweight, closed-toe trail shoes for the walking portions of your safari.