maun

Maun is a town in the North-West District of Botswana and serves as the administrative capital of Ngamiland. It is situated on the Thamalakane River near the southern edge of the Okavango Delta and is widely described as the gateway to the delta. The town functions as a major hub for tourism, hosting numerous safari operators, lodges, and travel services that shuttle visitors to Moremi Game Reserve and other delta sites.

Economy and transport are centered on tourism and related services. Maun International Airport provides connections to domestic hubs and some regional destinations, supporting charter flights and air safaris to delta camps. The town supports a range of facilities, including shops, markets, a hospital, and educational institutions. A local crafts scene and nearby wildlife attractions contribute to its role as a tourism gateway.

Geography and culture influence daily life in Maun. The surrounding region features savanna landscapes, floodplains, and waterways shaped by the Okavango Delta’s ecology, which affects travel and livelihoods. The climate is hot and semi-arid, with a distinct rainy season. The population is primarily Tswana-speaking, with diverse communities contributing to the town’s cultural and commercial activity. Visitors commonly undertake mokoro (dugout canoe) trips and game-viewing safaris based out of Maun.