Discover Mababe
A Wilderness Gateway in Northern Botswana
Mababe lies in the Khwai Mababe region of northern Botswana, surrounded by the landscapes and waterways of the Okavango Delta. From here, the wilderness extends towards Moremi and Chobe, with the Mababe Depression and Savute Marsh forming part of the remarkable landscape around the area.
Where Wilderness Comes Together
Mababe is positioned between some of northern Botswana’s best-known safari areas. The area provides access towards Moremi and Chobe, while the Khwai region, Savute Marsh and Mababe Depression form part of the surrounding wilderness.
Mababe River Lodge & Campsites is located close to both the Moremi North Gate and Chobe Mababe Gate, making it a practical place to stay while exploring this part of Botswana.
The Mababe Depression
The lodge sits on the edge of the Mababe Depression, a distinctive part of the landscape surrounding the area. Its open spaces, floodplain views and surrounding wilderness form part of what makes Mababe such a memorable place to experience northern Botswana.
Explore Beyond Mababe
Mababe places you within a wider safari landscape that includes Moremi, Khwai and Savute. These destinations can form part of your plans while staying in the area.
Moremi National Park
At the heart of the Okavango Delta, Moremi combines floodplains, lagoons, waterways and woodland with exceptional wildlife and birdlife. From Mababe River Lodge, Moremi is close enough to form part of a day excursion, with Xakanaxa and Third Bridge also accessible from the lodge.
Khwai
The Khwai River runs between Moremi and Chobe, creating a wildlife-rich landscape of waterways, floodplains and woodland. Mababe River Lodge is approximately 37 km from Khwai and Moremi’s North Gate, making this remarkable area a natural part of exploring the region from Mababe.
Savute
Famous for the unpredictable Savute Channel and its dramatic wildlife landscape, Savute is part of the Chobe ecosystem east of Mababe. Mababe Gate is approximately 7 km from the lodge and provides access towards the Savute Marsh, making Savute one of the key destinations to explore from Mababe.
Mababe Gate is an important access point for travellers exploring this part of Botswana. Our lodge is approximately 7 km from Mababe Gate, providing a convenient reference point when planning your journey through the region.
Stay at Mababe River Lodge & Campsites
Make Mababe your base with a choice of lodge accommodation or self-drive camping. Stay in one of our air-conditioned lodge rooms or bring your own camping equipment and enjoy the wilderness from our campsites.
More Than a Place to Stay
From Mababe, you can explore the surrounding wilderness through game drives, boat trips, mokoro experiences and helicopter scenic flights. Day excursions to Moremi, Xakanaxa and Savute can also be arranged.
Make Mababe Part of Your Safari
Whether Mababe is your destination or part of a wider Botswana itinerary, we can help you plan your stay and explore the options available in the area.
