4x4 Self-Drive Safaris

There is a road that leads from Maun into the wild heart of the Okavango Delta—a path of dust and adventure, of anticipation and open sky. If you are planning a self-drive safari, let Delta Meat Deli be your first stop. We are here to make your journey lighter, your cooler box fuller, and your preparations simple.

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We proudly supply high-quality meat, freshly baked goods, deli treats, and safari provisions for travelers heading into the Delta. To make collection effortless, all meat products are pre-frozen and ready to go—keeping your supplies fresh as you venture deeper into the bush.

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Nestled right on the main road, our shop welcomes you with easy access, ample parking for 4x4 vehicles, and plenty of space for trailers. No detours, no delays—just a warm welcome and everything you need, gathered and waiting.

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How to Place Your Order

To place an order, simply click on the order button on the bottom of this page or reach out to us at:

deltadeli@yahoo.com

Please include the following details:

• Your name

• Date of collection

• Preferred collection time

• Your order requirements

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We will have everything packed, frozen, and ready for you to collect on your way into the wild.

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Traveling Through Botswana's Red Zones

There is a rhythm to traveling in Botswana—a dance between green zones and red, where the land itself guides what may pass. Understanding these gentle boundaries helps your journey flow without interruption.

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Botswana is mostly green, free from foot and mouth disease, except for the Ngamiland / North-West District—the very region that cradles the Okavango Delta. This is a red zone. Most travelers heading into the Delta will pass through it, and we are here to help you navigate with ease.

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Entering the Red Zone

When you travel from a green zone into the red, you are welcome to bring:

• Poultry

• Beef

• Processed meat products

• Processed dried meat products

• Cooked meat

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Exiting the Red Zone

When you leave the red zone and return to green, the land asks that you carry only certain things. Raw products from cloven-hooved animals—beef, lamb, mutton, pork, and game meat—may not cross back.​

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Instead, you may carry processed meats such as:

• Biltong

• Bacon

• Ham

• Spareribs

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Poultry and fish, however, are free to travel wherever your journey takes you.

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Checkpoint Information

Along the way, you will find veterinary checkpoints at the edges of the red zone—quiet places where boots are wiped clean and coolers are gently checked. These are moments of care for the land and its animals.

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Common checkpoints include:

• Makalamabedi Gate – from Serowe, Letlhakane, or Rakops

• Checkpoint after Kuke – from Namibia

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During times of foot and mouth outbreaks, additional checkpoints may appear—a gentle reminder of the living landscape you are moving through.

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Traveling to Chobe / Kasane

If you are traveling from Maun to Kasane along the tar road, the same restrictions on cloven-hooved animals apply. But if your path winds through Moremi, Savute, or Chobe—following the ancient rhythms of the wild—you may carry any meat products your journey requires.

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Crossing from South Africa into Botswana

If you are crossing the border from South Africa, only certain foods may come with you:

• Canned goods

• Sauces and spices

• Baked goods

• Fully processed meat products

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Raw meat, dairy, fresh fruit, and vegetables are not permitted across the border.

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For everything else, we are here. Our deli in Maun is stocked with a wide range of products that meet all regulations, so you can arrive with peace of mind and leave with provisions that are ready for the road.

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Why Order from Delta Meat Deli

We are more than a deli—we are a welcome at the edge of the wild. By supplying products within the red zone, we help you avoid the complications of transporting restricted meat across Botswana. Our location on the main road, our easy collection process, and our spacious parking for trailers make us a natural place to pause, breathe, and prepare before you disappear into the Delta.

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Need Assistance?

If you are unsure what may travel with you along your route, we are here to help. Send us your questions, and we will guide you with care.

Email: deltadeli@yahoo.com

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Let us take the worry from your preparations, so you can give yourself fully to the journey ahead.