Lake Ngami
A seasonal lake southwest of Maun, reached by Livingstone in 1849, and an important habitat for flamingos, pelicans and other waterbirds in wet years.
Lake Ngami lies about 80 km southwest of Maun. It is a seasonal shallow lake fed by the tail end of the Okavango Delta, and its water level changes greatly with the floods, sometimes drying out completely. In 1849, Livingstone and his companions reached the lake, which made it known in Europe. In wet years the lake spreads wide, attracting flamingos, pelicans, storks and large numbers of ducks, making it a destination for birders. There are almost no tourist facilities around the lake. Most visitors drive a 4WD from Maun, passing through the village of Sehithwa to reach the shore, and must bring their own drinking water.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Maun
- Nhabe Museum
- Okavango Delta Scenic Flight
- Maun Educational Park
- Mokoro Channels
- Thamalakane River
- Chief's Island
- Moremi Game Reserve