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Jao

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At a Glance

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  • Just seven tents situated in the heart of the Okavango Delta

  • Premier camp with ultra-luxurious accommodation

  • 2 x Family villas with private vehicle, chief and butler

  • Offers both land and water-based activities

  • Located on a beautiful remote island within the Okavango Delta

Jao is perfectly situated on a beautiful island within the Jao Concession of the Okavango Delta and offers both land and water-based safari activities. Take a traditional mokoro safari along the waterways of the Delta and witness the wildlife from this most natural of settings or accompany your ranger on an exhilarating game drive into the bush.

 

The wetlands are home to large herds of red lechwe, which attracted predators such as lion and leopard in large numbers, giving way to spectacular game viewing. The area is also considered by the international birding community as one of the world’s important birding areas.

Rooms

Rooms

Jao is a small camp of just seven tents consisting of either twin or king size beds with swathed in mosquito netting and sumptuous soft furnishings and hand-crafted fittings.  The en-suite facilities include both indoor and outdoor showers, baths, double vanities and separate w.c. Two ultra-luxurious family tents include two bedrooms and separate en-suite facilities.

 

Your own private wooden deck includes breathtaking views of the Delta, a plunge pool and a sala for relaxing during the daytime. At night you can choose to sleep under the stars to get a really feel of staying in the African wilderness.

Facilities

Facilities

The facilities on offer at Jao include a flooding fire deck with stunning views of the floodplain, ideal for pre-dinner drinks and a catch-up with your fellow guests.  Meals are taken in the dining room, private dining decks or in the traditional boma under the stars.

 

Guests can make use of the well-equipped gym, spa facilities, lodge pool and library. A comprehensive wine cellar is also among the offerings at this lodge.

Activities

Activities

The Okavango Delta offers guests an opportunity to explore the wild bush of Africa in the experienced hands of highly qualified guides.  Game drives are conducted in the morning and early evening when the predators are active in purpose built open game drive vehicles.  We highly recommend you accompany your guide on a bush walk, your guide will point out animal tracks along with the unique plant life of the Okavango Delta.

 

The perfect way to explore the Delta is by traditional mokoro, your guide with gently steer you through this stunning setting pointing out all the wildlife along the way, or simply meander through the Delta in a purpose built motor boat enjoying the magically scenery as you go.

Gallery

Gallery

Facts

Facts

No. Rooms

9

Children

All ages

Childminding

No

Twin Beds

Available

Triples

No

Private Pool

No

Lodge Pool

Yes

Air-Conditioning

Yes

Room Fan

Yes

Indoor Shower

Yes

Outdoor Shower

Yes

Bath

Yes

In-Room Safe

Yes

In-Room Fireplace

Yes

In-Room TV

No

In-Room Massage

Yes

Spa

Yes

What's included:

  • Accommodation (minimum 2 night stay required)

  • All meals

  • Twice daily scheduled camp activities

  • Park fees

  • Laundry

  • All local drinks

Gym Equipment

Yes

Personal Bar

Yes

Telephone

Two-way radio

Hairdryer

Yes

Laundry

Included

Check In / Check Out

14h00 / 10h00

Wheelchair Access

No

Power

220v AC

Internet Access

Yes

Credit Cards

Visa, Mastercard

Malaria Area

Yes

Airstrip

Yes

Sleep Out Platform

Yes

Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle

Depending on availability/extra cost

Land Based Activities

Game Drives, Bush Walks

Water Based Activities

Mokoro, Fishing, Boating

Optional Activities

Helicopter Flights, Cultural Experience

What's not included:

  • Premium imported brands and champagne

Map

Map

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