Botswana Okavango Delta Luxury Safari

If you can drag yourself away from your beautiful tent there are exciting new adventures to be had. Head to the main area for afternoon tea and meet your guide for the next few days, an expert with a wealth of knowledge about the flora and fauna of the area and who will take you on a journey through the paradise surrounding camp in search of stunning encounters with four-legged and winged creatures!

The Okavango Delta is famous for its abundance of game and the area of this camp is no exception. You will set out into this wilderness in an open 4x4 vehicle to seek all manner of creatures and breathtaking scenery. Emerge from a cool, dark forest onto a sprawling floodplain to encounter a vast herd of wildebeest or zebra. Spot the telltale neck of the elegant giraffe poking out over a palm island, or reaching for the juicy leaves of an impossibly high acacia. There are predators to track as well; learn how to tell leopard from lion by their footprints in the sand, and don’t forget to look up above you for the sleek profile of a lounging cat!

As the camp is in a private concession, you will have the opportunity to stay out after a delicious drink or two watching the sun set over the plains, and search for nocturnal creatures. At night, you may experience a new dimension to this beautiful and intriguing wilderness, and with the help of spotlights you may encounter a myriad of rare species such as aardwolf, genet, civet, hyena and even the comical Bat-Eared fox. After your exciting adventure, head back into camp for cocktails around the fire, a hearty dinner and your warm, cozy bed complemented by the natural surround-sound of the bush.

Your morning wake-up call will be early (but it’s bound to be worth it) and your guide will knock gently at your door to let you know it is safe to emerge into the cool and crisp air for your next expedition. There will be a light breakfast or just a coffee for those who need a bit of a caffeine fix at that time, and off you will go into new and exciting territories for your morning’s exploration.

Enjoy another morning game drive before breakfast followed by a short flight to your next destination. If you prefer, forego a wake-up call and allow yourself a well-deserved sleep-in to relax in the embrace of your room. You may endure the natural wake-up call of baboons and monkeys in the nearby trees, but these sounds come with the territory! For those of you out in the bush on this last morning, return to the lodge after another successful safari and have a hearty breakfast before departing for your next destination.

Your next safari camp is situated in the remote northern section of the remarkable Okavango Delta inside a private concession. Once again you will be in the heart of an area teeming with game. Look out for leaping red lechwe, the gorgeous and rare sable, prowling lion, and hyena. Leopard and cheetah are also seen here, and be sure to hold on to your seat if you come across a pack of hunting African wild dogs!

Whilst at your camp in this private concession you will be able to enjoy more adventures out in the bush with your new guide in 4x4 vehicles. In the flood season, there is ample opportunity to enjoy the Delta from a peaceful and serene mokoro ride; glide through the channels and look out for such gems as the Malachite kingfisher flitting through the reeds. This is a tranquil alternative to the exhilarating game drive, and offers new insight into this watery paradise, as you may view it from the stunning lagoons and channels themselves. Notice the crystal-clear waters and the swaying reeds, and enjoy the atmosphere of a quiet journey through this wilderness, punctuated only by the sound of birds and the lapping water against the boat. There are motorboats as well, which allow you to venture further into the waterways of the Kwara area, and plenty of fishing available for those who are interested.

Nestled in a copse of Ebony trees, your camp itself is raised on wooden decks similar to Lebala, but with a unique and different style. Once again there will be delicious meals in camp and a welcoming fire to sit around in the evenings with a drink, as well as a snug lounge area to sit and relax with a book or simply take in the gorgeous view. Finally, enjoy being lulled to sleep at night by the contented grunting of the hippo in the water in front of your room.  Dream about your next trip to Africa, or think about how you can extend this wonderful trip (see Botswana safari trip reviews for ideas and information).

After one final activity of your choice, venturing out into the bush (or indulging in a luxurious breakfast in bed), you will bid farewell to the Okavango and head back to Maun to meet your connecting flight to Johannesburg.