Botswana
A Botswana safari is one of Africa's top experiences for visitors. Vast tracts of wilderness in pristine condition are home to huge herds of game, roaming unrestricted between the Kalahari's plains and the waterways of the Okavango. For those who enjoy the wilds, a Botswana safari holiday is perfect.
With its network of private ‘concessions’ dotted with just a handful of small, well-designed safari lodges, Botswana safaris offer near exclusivity. Whether you’re watching lions stalk their prey, or taking a magical mokoro trip along narrow, reed-lined channels, you’re unlikely to come across any other visitors. The game here rarely disappoints, the birdlife can be spectacular.
To the east of the Okavango you'll find the Chobe Reserve, famous for its large concentration of elephants, which are often found along the waters edge. A sunset cruise down the Chobe River is also an absolute must.
Safari Lodge
Chief's Camp
Okavango Delta, Botswana
The former royal hunting reserve of Chief Moremi, in the heart of the Okavango Delta. Wildlife and wilderness are as abundant as action and adrenaline and refinement and relaxation at this remarkable remodelled luxury camp.
Personal service, an extraordinary setting, exceptional viewing and enthusiastic expert guides are the hallmarks at Chief’s Camp they promise a unique attention to detail and strong environmental and philanthropic credentials to ensure the ultimate luxury safari experience.
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Camp Kalahari
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana
Camp Kalahari is an affordable base in the heart of the great Kalahari. Set amongst the waving palms and acacia trees of Brown Hyaena Island, the 12 tents are perfect for families, groups or couples, and are an ideal base for discovering the charms of the desert and the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans.
If you’re looking for adventure, then look no further! With quad bike adventures, across the otherworldly salt pans, walks with the Zu’/hoasi bushmen to discover the amazing creatures that manage to survive in this harsh environment, plus the ‘’Kalahari cool cats,’’ the camp is home to an habituated meerkat family who like nothing more than to use unsuspecting guests as lookout points.
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Jacana
Okavango Delta, Botswana
Located on a beautiful island in the Jao Concession in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, Jacana is a typical Delta camp. Surrounded by seasonally-inundated floodplains and papyrus swamps, Jacana has five en-suite Meru-style tents, including a family tent, built on raised wooden decks to take advantage of the views of the broad channels in front. The main dining area is on an elevated platform nestled between two magnificent sycamore fig trees, surrounded by dense wild date palms, with a large viewing deck and open seating area around the fire.
Being a ‘water camp,’ Jacana Camp offers primarily water activities with game drives during the summer months – dependent on water levels and time of year.
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Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Okavango Delta, Botswana
The beautiful organic architecture of the lodge blends seamlessly with one of Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes. Drawing its inspiration from nature, Sandibe is serene and earthy. Twelve elegant and intimate suites are raised above the papyrus like the nests of golden weaver birds and feature magnificent Delta views, as well as private plunge pools, cosy fireplaces and secluded nooks.
Inside, the rooms become cocoons at night, with fireplaces for winter use. Interiors celebrate Botswana craft with pieces that include copper-clad mekoro, basketware and sculpted wooden tables.