Camp Okavango

Botswana’s Okavango Delta, a World Heritage Site, is the planet's largest inland delta—a vast labyrinth of life-filled lagoons, expansive lakes, and winding channels. Amid this wild magic is Desert & Delta Safaris' Camp Okavango, a remote treasure situated on Nxaragha Island. Here, an unparalleled, water-based wilderness experience awaits, available year-round.

A deep connection with nature is fostered with mindfully guided activities such as Motorboat Safaris, Walking Safaris, Mokoro (traditional canoe) Safaris and more. Within this award-winning camp, luxury and exceptional service are masterfully blended. The result is an unforgettable journey—crafted with intent and delivered with soul.

Camp Okavango echoes the Delta with a network of interconnected walkways that link two lounge areas, a dining room, library, bar, and curio shop. Expansive ramps descend to the lower deck, where two open-air fire pits and inviting seating areas provide the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the unobstructed views. A third deck features a rim-flow swimming pool and a thatched lounge deck, ideal for relaxing on warm days.

To provide an authentic and tranquil safari experience, Camp Okavango hosts just twenty-four guests. There are eleven Safari Suites and one Family Suite, each featuring en-suite bathrooms. All suites are raised on wooden platforms, complete with private, open-air viewing decks set within the Delta’s lush vegetation, ensuring both privacy and consistent Delta vistas. Camp Okavango is an eco-conscious camp that truly captures the essence of the Okavango Delta. (D&D)

Safari Suites

KING (11 ROOMS)

For an authentic and tranquil safari experience, Camp Okavango accommodates just 24 guests. The camp features eleven Safari Suites, each perched on raised wooden platforms and set within lush Delta vegetation. En suite bathrooms are spacious, with a double vanity, double shower, and a separate water closet—with a view! Large stack-away sliding doors open onto a private, open-air viewing deck, offering a place to lounge quietly alongside nature and soak up the unobstructed vistas ahead. Each Safari Suite includes: Suite built on raised wooden platform and connected by winding walkways; Private viewing deck with loungers overlooking the Delta; King bed; En suite bathroom with double vanity, showers and a toilet; Eco-friendly bathroom toiletries; Fans; Mosquito net; Small safe for valuables; Indoor lounge seating; Writing desk/dresser; Tea- and coffee-making facilities; Dressing gowns; Wardrobes; Hairdryer; 220V multi adaptor plugs for charging equipment; 24-Hour solar power; Flashlight, Rain umbrellas; Airhorn in case of emergency; Laundry service (complimentary).

All Room Amenities:

Balcony / Deck

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Dressing Gowns

En Suite Bathroom

Fan

Hairdryer

Laundry Service (Complimentary)

Lounge Area

Mosquito Netting

Safe

Shower

Tea / Coffee

Wardrobe

Family Suite

CONNECTING (1 ROOM)

One Family Suite accommodates guests with children, who are warmly welcomed at Camp Okavango from age 6. This suite consists of two en suite bedrooms—a master bedroom and a twin-configured room. The rooms are joined by their two inter-connecting bathrooms. The bathrooms are spacious, featuring double vanities, double showers, and separate water closets. Both bedrooms open onto private, open-air viewing decks through large stack-away sliding doors, offering stunning views of the Delta. Each room also includes comfortable lounge seating, perfect for relaxing indoors while enjoying the surrounding landscape. The Family Suite includes: Suite built on raised wooden platform and connected by winding walkways; Two en suite rooms; Two separate private viewing decks with loungers overlooking the Delta; King bed in master room and twin configuration in second room; Two separate bathrooms with double vanity, showers and a toilet and through-fare door between; Eco-friendly bathroom toiletries; Fans; Mosquito nets; Small safe for valuables; Indoor lounge seating in each room; Writing desks/dressers; Tea- and coffee-making facilities; Dressing gowns; Wardrobes; Hairdryers; 220V multi adaptor plugs for charging equipment; 24-Hour solar power; Flashlights, Rain umbrellas; Airhorns in case of emergency; Laundry service (complimentary).

Sleep-Out Deck

Camp Okavango is a true celebration of nature and, to deepen this connection further, a Sleep-Out Deck experience awaits—an opportunity to fall asleep beneath a canopy of stars and start the morning with a warm greeting from the African sunrise, thanks to its east-facing position. The sky becomes a live big screen, offering consistently stunning backdrops for the wildlife that frequently roams or soars by. Staying true to Desert & Delta Safaris' commitment to blending nature and comfort, this experience offers a seamless connection to the wilderness and thoughtful touches of luxury. Enjoy morning tea or coffee served in bed, a private bathroom, and mosquito nets. The Sleep-Out Deck experience is inclusive for guests staying three nights or more and can be booked between Apr-Oct.

Motorboat Safaris

Step aboard a hard-bottom aluminum motorboat to explore the deeper channels of the iconic Okavango Delta. Cruise through this pristine landscape and be treated to a stunning array of birdlife, plant species, and larger game such as elephants, with expert guides to uncover Delta gems along the way. The boats are equipped with comfortable seating, a foldaway canvas roof for shade, and life jackets for safety and comfort.

Mokoro Safaris (Traditional Canoe Safaris)

Drift through the Okavango Delta's serene, wildlife-rich channels in a mokoro (traditional dugout canoe), expertly navigated by seasoned guides. Immerse yourself in the vibrant diversity of birds, plants, and reptiles that thrive here, and savor the leisurely pace which enhances detail-orientated viewing.

Walking Safaris

Guided walking safaris, led by qualified experts on the surrounding islands, provide an opportunity to track the region's larger wildlife while also immersing in the smaller marvels that make up its intricate ecosystems. These excursions are conducted in small groups, each accompanied by two knowledgeable guides.

Scenic Helicopter Flights (Additional Costs Apply)

Seeing the Okavango Delta from a helicopter is a truly magnificent experience. Desert & Delta’s partners at Helicopter Horizons will remove the doors providing uninterrupted views and close up angles of the majestic Delta and its wildlife. A scenic flight is not just a must for keen photographers but an exciting opportunity to witness this remarkable network of land and water from above. The flights are operated with the utmost respect and caution for the natural environment, the wildlife and travellers. Routes have been carefully marked out ensuring guests on other activities and in camp are not disturbed. The flight routes and take off areas are designed specifically to make use of pristine areas within the concession.

Birdwatching

The Okavango Delta provides one of the most diverse and rewarding birdwatching experiences, offering the chance to observe both resident and migratory species in one of the planet’s most pristine and ecologically vital landscapes.

Fishing

The Okavango Delta, brimming life beneath the surface, delivers the thrill of the chase. Seasoned and novice anglers alike are invited to cast their lines on a guided adventure. All fishing equipment is available at the lodge.

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