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On the western bank of the vast and idyllic Weboro Lagoon, nestled between palm trees and under large shady figs, Mopiri’s 10 luxury rooms all have panoramic views of the Okavango Delta. Long winding boardwalks connect the seven luxury rooms and three family suites with the brand new main areal and the jetty giving you the opportunity to explore the surroundings from an elevated position. The luxury rooms are spacious, light and airy with king-size beds and large private decks. All have en-suite bathrooms with double sinks and large rain showers. The bathrooms are connected to the bedrooms via a short corridor, making the most of the wonderful views across the lagoon. The three family suites are positioned on an island close by, accessed by a walkway, allowing Mopiri to welcome children of all ages. All 10 rooms are generously spaced out offering privacy and the peace and quiet needed to fully enjoy the tranquillity of the Okavango Delta. At Mopiri you set your own pace. You may choose to spend your days exploring the Okavango Delta on one of the many experiences available, or simply kicking back and enjoying the tranquil surroundings of island life and the fully serviced spa.
My visit to Mopiri was a highlight. Travel to the lodge was arranged by car and I was picked up with a game drive vehicle in a small village. The drive to the lodge was about 45 min and included a short transfer by boat. The staff was very welcoming, singing on arrival of the boat. The room was super clean and very nice. Super comfortable bed and a big mosquito net over it. Drinking water is provided in the room and the view onto the lagoon is beautiful. The room is constructed out of canvas with screen windows, which just immerses you in nature. On my first boat trip in the Delta I saw the vast birdlife of the Okavango as well as hippos and cute little frogs. On a mokoro trip I saw more birdlife and we also did a walk where there was a huge herd of lechwe. I loved the food and the tranquil setting of the lodge.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Responded Nov 17, 2020
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The Location is excellent for individuals interested in the aquatic aspect of the Okavango Delta. The food was excellent and I would have loved to have spent more time in the camp to experience more of the cuisine that is available. The rooms are excellent and do not feel at all like you are camping, they are the definition of "glamping". I enjoyed my stay and would definitely be returning hopefully I will catch a fish next time and the chef can prepare it for me.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Response from Anna Vanderfield, Owner at Mopiri (roots & Journeys)
Responded Nov 17, 2020
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The flight into Mopiri was very scenic, you got a good view of the delta. We were greeted by our guide Monika, who took good care of us throughout our stay. We then took a short boat ride from the airstrip to the lodge, where we were warmly welcomed by all the staff and given a tour of the camp. The manager Mili was really attentive and kept checking in to make sure we were happy.
Food was great and the portion sizes were good as well. Thank you to Chef Nati and the rest of the bar staff who were attentive and made sure we had everything we needed.
The location of the lodge in the lagoon is tranquil, quiet and peaceful, provided there aren't big groups with smaller children - as others mentioned, noise does travel in the camp. We knew not to expect big game here, this location is more for relaxing, and beautiful scenery on the water. We saw many interesting birds, and also some hippos, crocodiles, snakes, and the camp has resident monkeys, squirrels and fruit bats.
Our tent room had a decent view over the lagoon, a big bed and shower. The room had bug sprays, cold and hot water flasks. The USB chargers in the room didn't work, but the main plugs did and you could also charge your devices in the main guest/dining area. Sadly the open water pool in the lagoon was undergoing maintenance so we couldn't use it, but there is another pool you can use.
We enjoyed the activities we did, boat rides, walks, the mokoro ride, and some fishing. Our mokoro guides Julius and Tonic were friendly, informative and did not pressure us into giving tips, but I recommend you bring some change to give as a tip anyway. Our guide Monika was good at adapting our activity when we couldn't catch any fish to make the most of our day.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Anna Vanderfield, Marketing at Mopiri (roots & Journeys)
Responded Apr 5, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review. We have passed on your kind words to the team.
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The trip was amazing! All the staff and hosts were so warm and friendly. Chandre, our host provided a personalised service and moved around meal times, Safaris and flights to ensure we could make the most of our 2 days in Nokanyana and 1 day in Mopiri.
Adam, the Safari guide had an incredible wealth of knowledge not only about the wildlife and bird life but also about all the local villages and general information about Botswana and the Delta as a whole.
The food and accommodation could not be beat! From incredible snacking and drinks in the middle of the wild or beautifully prepared meals paired with tasty local wines. Accommodation was beautifully presented, clean and comfortable with a design flair that showcased the best that Africa has to offer.
Looking forward to returning!
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from Maunbots, Owner at Mopiri (roots & Journeys)
Responded Feb 16, 2020
Thanks so much for taking the time to review your time at Mopiri Camp. It was a pleasure to have you with us. We will pass your comments on to the team, and do hope to see you back in the future. Your Mopiri Team
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What an amazing place. We were lucky to have four nights at Mopiri. During our stay we cut through the papyrus channels in boats, seeing all sorts of wildlife. Had a very fun time fishing; as novices the guide was very helpful teaching us some useful tricks. The room we had overlooked the water, so we woke with beautiful views and fell asleep to hearing the hippos chomping away. The food and main area of the lodge were yet another reason of why our stay at Mopiri was so memorable. Would highly recommend Mopiri to anyone who is fortunate to be in Okavango and if possible to get a plane into the camp, as it shows how remote and magical the delta is.
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Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Maunbots, Owner at Mopiri (roots & Journeys)
Responded May 25, 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay at Mopiri! It was such a pleasure to have you with us, and we do hope to welcome you back again soon! Your Roots & Journeys Team!
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The Good: While most guests arrive by plane, Mopiri can also be reached by road; it‘s a bumpy 30-minute 4x4 ride from Etsha 6. This makes it possible to add an Okavango delta side trip to a Caprivi tour. The show here is run by lovely Lemo who is the heart, soul, brain and hand of Mopiri. She seems to be working 24/7 and even found time to organize a birthday cake for my daughter, perfectly combined with a nicely decorated table and a song. The team is a very friendly bunch, and they are a great choir. What makes this place special compared to all the other lodges of our trip is the lack of other tourists. You have the Weboro lagoon and the adjacent one all to yourself. That sundowner on the boat, all alone at the hippo pond, was magical indeed. In the morning, there is a mokoro trip. The mokoro ride itself is interesting but fairly short, most of the time is spent on transits to/from the launching site and a rather pointless nature walk in the dust. The remote location is perfect for stargazing.
The Bad: Chalets, food and beverage as well as resort infrastructure are minimal and by no means adequate for the price tag, at least when compared to the Namibian lodges of our trip. Maintenance is also subpar: In our chalet, the water did get lukewarm only while our guide was unable to charge his mobile devices. To just blame nature and the remote location is kind of weak. Wifi is very limited in time, coverage and speed. My daughter missed a gym while my swimming pool visit did not happen either; there is a tiny plunge pool at the family section while the main pool is on a pontoon in the lagoon. My med school student travel companion vetoed my plan to enter stagnant water in the tropics.
The Ugly: Before you are allowed to go to your room, you have to sign an indemnity form. Basically accepting that they are not responsible for whatever they do wrong. Simply despicable.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Chalet 6 is quite a hike from lobby / restaurant but has the best clearing for perfect sunrise...
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Response from Anna Vanderfield, Marketing at Mopiri (roots & Journeys)
Responded Aug 6, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback about your stay at Mopiri. We are so appreciative of all your feedback, and genuinely appreciate your kind words about Lemo and our team, as well as your positive remarks about the unique, serene experience we aim to provide. We love our Team members and the amazing hospitality that they deliver. We are sorry to hear that certain aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations. We recognise that there is room for improvement and are continuously working to enhance our facilities. Regarding the WiFi and other modern conveniences, Mopiri's remote location presents unique challenges, but we aim to offer our guests an opportunity to disconnect and enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of the Okavango Delta. We hear your concerns about the indemnity form. It is standard practice to ensure our guests are informed about the unique environment and activities they will experience, though we assure you that guest safety and well-being are our top priorities. We value your feedback and will use it to improve our services and facilities. We hope you were still able to create some memorable moments during your stay, and we would be honoured to welcome you back in the future.
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3 nights (during COVID-19) tented accommodation was very nice, with a lovely view of the lagoon.
Though the camp was indeed right on a lagoon for the most part you wouldn’t know it as vegetation had been allowed to grow so high most views (from the main camp area, and in front of most other tents) were almost entirely blocked.
Service was very good and attentive but food, fare and facilities were ‘bog standard’ at best.
Water cruises were good (this is a water camp so no game drives and, as a result, little game) but I worry that after November the channel out of the lagoon to other, nicer, lagoons will be blocked as water levels fall, and water cruises will be restricted to cruises round and round the camp’s lagoon. Bird life was good.
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Date of stay: November 2020Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Dean Tai, Owner at Mopiri (roots & Journeys)
Responded Nov 17, 2021
Thank you for your review. We sincerely apologize for your experience. Some of your comments like the vegetation over growing may be due to this opening right after Covid or from our heavy rains last year. It is usually part of our normal maintenance plan. Most of guests have really enjoyed their experience during this time. I would like to extend an offer to you to try us again here at Mopiri or at our other lodge Nokanyana or camp Great Tsau Hill. If you wish, please reach out to me at dean@rootsandjourneys.com.
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We stayed in a family tent at Mopiri for 2 nights. After having been driving around Botswana for 2 weeks, this was such a great change of scenery, with lots of water and water-based activities. Mopiri is situated in the western part of the Okavango delta, in a really serene location. There is no other lodge close by, and you really feel like you’re away from it all. We flew in to the nearby landing strip, but it’s also possible to arrive by road. The lodge itself has a fantastic terrace area with views of the water beneath. The tents were big and very comfortable. As it turned out, we were the only guests at the time, so we had the whole lodge to ourselves! The staff was excellent, the food great and the different activities very exciting. We went on boat safari, mokoro trip, fishing etc. Our guide, Nono was awsome and such a nice guy! When it comes to animals, there are no predators in this area, but we saw lots of elephants, hippoes, crocodiles, eagles, monkeys, and had a bushbuck hanging out underneath our tent. There’s also a very nice SPA, which we also warmly recommend. This is a Roots & Journeys lodge, and we combined the stay at Mopiri with a stay at one of their other lodges, Nokanyana (close to Kwai). This gives you both land- and waterbased activities, which you can also get at other lodges within the Okavango delta, but very often at much more expensive prices. A great stay!!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Anna Vanderfield, Marketing at Mopiri (roots & Journeys)
Responded Nov 10, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful and detailed review. I will be sure to pass this on to the team!
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In general, i would say the service was good, in fact, excellent. very friendly staff. The room i was given was very beautiful, i liked everything about it especially the bathroom, it was to die for with all that view, very heavenly.
the location of the camp is actually what i really needed, surrounded by water and wild animals, a great experience indeed. I However did not enjoy the food especially the breakfast. i feel like it was a bit light to even take us through to lunch. working on the breakfast menu would be very appreciated.
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Date of stay: November 2020
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We stayed at their Mopiri Lodge Dec 26th to Dec 29th. It’s an amazing location in the Okavango Delta with a beautiful lagoon always full of water.
They have the most amazing staff with a very positive attitude but lack hospitality training even though they try very hard.
The facilities are not being maintained and the lodge is slowly degrading. The chlorine pool was out of order; power charging plugs did not work in our lodge (No1); the views from the rooms are completely blocked as a result of overgrown foliage all around; water leaks in the sleeping accommodations have ruined the wooden floors; and worst of all, not enough food served. Our 18 and 21 year old boys were constantly hungry. We finally had to make some noise to get them extra helpings which were not really forthcoming.
We would not recommend this lodge in spite of their amazing location and fantastic staff. It’s degrading very quickly.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Take food with you because the meals are very very small portions
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Response from Anna Vanderfield, Marketing at Mopiri (roots & Journeys)
Responded Apr 5, 2024
Thank you for your review. We welcome all feedback and have been looking into and addressing the said mentioned. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with the team.
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The rates at Mopiri are inclusive of meals. There is a credit card machine for extras such as treatments and curio. Hope this helps. Look forward to seeing you soon!
Its easy to get to the place from Maun. Its one of the rare places in the Delta that you can get to by car and not have to take a plane, heli or boat. Its about a 3 hours drive away up the west hand side of the Delta. You park in a local village where they arranged for secure parking and then then they drive you in another 40 or so minutes. Although you can rent a car, I would suggest you send the lodge an email and they can arrange for a car / mini van to pick you up. For the really really cheap route, there is a local bus that goes from Maun to the local village (Etsa 6). Send them an email. I'm sure they will be very helpful.
There are more places to choose from in the Maun area.
PRICE RANGE
₱34,535 - ₱48,361 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
BotswanaNorth-West DistrictNgamiland EastMaun
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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