Camp Okavango

Okavango Delta

Botswana’s magnificent Okavango Delta situated within the heart of the newly declared World Heritage site, is the world’s largest inland delta, and is a maze of deep lagoons, large lakes and hidden, meandering channels. Camp Okavango, a unique and exclusive African safari camp is situated on the remote Nxaragha Island. This hidden treasure, in the heart of the permanent Okavango Delta, assures its guests of an unparalleled year-round water wilderness experience.

MOTORISED BOAT SAFARIS	Guided excursions through the deeper channels and lagoons of the Okavango Delta in hard-bottom aluminum boats. The boats are equipped with comfortable seats, a foldaway canvas roof and life jackets.
MOKORO (CANOE) EXCURSIONS	Guided mokoro excursions in traditional dug out canoes through the shallower channels and floodplains of the Okavango Delta.
GUIDED BUSH WALKS	Bush walks on the surrounding islands for a chance to track the larger species that inhabit the water wilderness. Guided walks are conducted in small groups with two guides.
FISHING	Optional fishing excursions to fish for bream (seasonal). All fishing equipment is available at the lodge.
HELICOPTER FLIGHTS (SURCHARGE APPLIES)	Scenic helicopter flights over the Okavango Delta are available from Camp Okavango at an additional charge.
SLEEP OUT PLATFORM	Spend the night out under the stars on the Camp Okavango sleep out deck (For stays of 3-nights or more)

Camp Facilities

FAMILIES	Accepts children from six years and older.
ROOMS	11 Suites and 1 Family Suite (2 en-suite bedrooms) accommodating a maximum of 24 guests.
PILOT/GUIDE	1 x Pilot/Guide Tent (not same standard as guest rooms).
DINING	Various indoor and outdoor dining locations.
CAMP FIRE	Two open air fire decks set on the raised deck overlooking the Okavango Delta.
SWIMMING POOL	Set in close proximity to the main lodge on a separate deck with beautiful views over the Okavango Delta.
BAR	Fully stocked self service bar.
CURIO SHOP	Accepts cash and credit card payments
LAUNDRY	Daily, inclusive laundry service available.
WATER	Reverse osmosis water treatment plant supplies drinking water (bottled water on request).
ELECTRICITY	24-hour power supplied by solar plant, backed up by generator. 220V AC plug’s in guest rooms.
INTERNET	Wi-Fi is available in the rooms. Wi-Fi is via remote satellite link and constant connectivity is not guaranteed.

Room Facilities

RAISED DECKS	Built on raised wooden platforms and connected by a wooden walk ways.
PRIVATE VIEWING DECK	Expansive private viewing decks overlooking the delta and natural vegetation.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM	Including his and hers shower, double basin and separate toilet.
FANS	Fans are available in all rooms – there is no air-conditioning in the rooms.
POWER	220V multi adaptor plugs for charging photographic equipment.
SAFE	A small pass-code protected safe for storing valuables.
FLASHLIGHT	For use in the rooms at night.
HAIRDRYER	A small hairdryer is available in each room.
BATHROOM AMENITIES	A range of bathroom amenities including biodegradable soaps, shower gels etc.
TEA & COFFEE FACILITIES	small kettle with tea and coffee available.

ACCOMMODATION

To ensure a peaceful and genuine safari experience, Camp Okavango accommodates just twenty-four guests. There are eleven intimate Safari suites and one Family suite consisting of two bedrooms and each with an en-suite bathroom. Each of the guest suites have been built on individual raised wooden platforms and set beneath the thick Okavango Delta vegetation. The en-suite bathrooms have double vanities, double shower and a separate water closet (with a view). The stack away sliding doors open onto a private open-air viewing deck offering beautiful views over the Okavango Delta.

THE CAMP

Camp Okavango’s main area comprises of a network of interconnected walkways linking up two lounge areas, a dining room, library, self-service bar and curio shop. Sweeping ramps lead to the lower level deck with two open-air fire pits and comfortable seating areas to relax and take in the natural surroundings. There is a third deck with a rim flow swimming pool and thatched lounge deck for those warm summer days.

With its open air design and elevated position, the new Camp Okavango is an eco-sensitive lodge which captures the very essence of the Okavango Delta.

ACTIVITIES & WILDLIFE

Water-based activities are conducted by experienced professional guides who will expertly navigate guests through the many meandering, reed-lined waterways. Roam the vast expanses of water from the comfort of a modern motorboat or explore the intricacies of the Okavango Delta the quiet old-fashioned way, in the traditional mokoro (dugout canoe).

For those wanting to get a little closer to nature, guided bush walks are conducted on a number of the nearby islands, offering an opportunity to track some of the larger land-based species that inhabit this water wilderness. Birding opportunities are outstanding and anglers may put their skill against bream and tiger fish. Camp Okavango is a water-based camp and game-drive activities, using safari vehicles, are not possible.

Guest spending three nights or more at Camp Okavango can enjoy a night on the new Camp Okavango sleep out deck. The open deck offers you the chance to sleep out under the stars and experience the vastness of the Okavango Delta. The sleep out deck includes a comfortable bed (mosquito net included), bathroom and all the amenities you need for a comfortable night out.

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