Dusty, Bumpy, Wobbly, from Maun to Greater Moreni Park

Today we will travel exclusively in open jeeps over very dusty roads and experience an African massage (the jolting and shaking caused by the bumpy paths).

Our destination is the Mokoro Station at the Okavango Delta.

Mokoros are boats that were traditionally made from tree trunks. Nowadays they are made from fiberglass (as cutting trees for boats is prohibited), which unfortunately makes them less stable. Therefore, one should avoid sudden movements.

There are three of us in one boat and our poler quietly propels us through the water.

One of the biggest threats to the delta is a rampant algae that has no natural predators. Attempts have been made to control it using a beetle, which initially worked. Unfortunately, they quickly became a tasty snack for other animals.

Thus, the algae must be removed from the delta by hand, dried, and burned.

Our poler tells us a lot about the plants and animals that live here.

It's a beautiful, peaceful journey.

After a short lunch break, we head to our Adventure Camp, where we are greeted with singing, wet towels, and a refreshing drink.

We will spend the night in tents without electricity and running water. There is a battery-operated light bulb. A new experience.

After a delicious meal in the restaurant tent, we embark on a night drive, from which we unfortunately return empty-handed later.

Then a cold shower in the shower hut and with the flashlight into the tent.

Good night!