OKAVANGO DELTA

The Okavango Delta (or Okavango Swamp) in Botswana, is a large inland delta, formed where the Okavango River reaches a
tectonic trough in the central part of the endorheic basin of the Kalahari. All the water reaching the Delta is
ultimately evaporated and transpired, and does not flow into any sea or ocean. Each year approximately 11 cubic
kilometres of water spreads over the 6,000-15,000 km² area. Some flood-waters drain into Lake Ngami.The Moremi Game Reserve, a National Park, is on the eastern side of the Delta. This statistical significance helped the Okavango Delta secure a position as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, which were officially declared on February 11, 2013 in Arusha, Tanzania. The area was once part of Lake Makgadikgadi, an ancient lake that mostly dried up by the early Holocene. Although the Okavango Delta is widely believed to be the world's largest inland delta, it is, in fact not. In Africa alone there are two larger similar geological features - the Sudd on the Nile in South Sudan, and the Inner Niger Delta in Mali.

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MAPULA LODGE

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Cradled in the outstretched arms of a Hippo `Lagoon and nestled deep in the Okavango Delta, Mapula Lodge is the perfect Botswana Safari Destination for anyone wanting to experience the beauty of untouched African wilderness. An intimate camp, Mapula Lodge offers flexibility that only an owner operated lodge can afford. From Birding Safaris within the belly of a Mokoro to Night Games Drives, the warm, friendly and experienced staff are always prepared to help you walk the footsteps to an unforgettable experience. Enquire....

GUNNS CAMP

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The flagship accommodation offered at Gunn's Camp consists of 6 fully furnished, deluxe Kenya-style meru tents with
en-suite bathrooms featuring standalone baths and outside private showers. Set on raised platforms overlooking the delta
plains Gunn's Camp is ideal for honeymooners or guests looking for a more intimate and personalized safari experience. All 6 tents are discretely set within the densely treed island ensuring privacy and tranquility. Each has been traditionally furnished with an eclectic mixture of solid wood and African furniture and offers a lounge area as well as private veranda. Enquire....

POM POM CAMP

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The Camp is located on Pom Pom Island in a private concession situated in the heart of the Okavango Delta and on the head waters of the Xudum river system. The area lies on the western boundary of the Moremi Game Reserve and offers superb Okavango scenery and a true Okavango wilderness experience/ The main building is attractively designed and constructed of thatch and canvas and comprises lounge, dining, bar and pool areas, as well as a gift shop and the boma area... Enquire....

VUMBURA PLAIN CAMP

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Vumbura Plains Camp is situated about 25 kms north of Mombo, in the neighbouring northern private reserve of 60,000 hectares, within Botswana's Okavango Delta. The privacy of this area is one of Vumbura's main attractions  along with its great wildlife and superb all round Okavango experience. Vumbura Plains offers both water and land activities as this area has scenic waterways and is also close to the Okavango's outermost open savannahs. The water levels around the camp change each year depending on the level of the annual floods from central Africa. Enquire....

CHIEF"S CAMP

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Chief's Camp is a luxury bush lodge situated on the northwest tip of Chief's Island in the exclusive Mombo concession of the Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana's Okavango Delta. This region is known as the “predator capital” of Africa and is considered to have the finest game viewing in Southern Africa. The area is home to the Big Five, with recently re-introduced Rhino. This elegant tented camp provides an oasis of comfort in the heart of the Delta. Chief's Camp has been so skillfully integrated into the landscape that guests can often view game without even leaving camp. Shaded from the heat of the day by a beautiful grove of Jackalberry trees, Chief's Camp is so remote you'll feel like the only humans for miles and miles. Chief's Camp is owned and operated by Sanctuary Lodges & Camps. The camp is situated in what is termed seasonal delta. The area is therefore seasonally inundated with floodwaters. Generally, the floodwaters infiltrate the area in June/ July and remain for a period of 4 to 5 months. Enquire....

CAMP OKAVANGO

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Most people involuntarily draw a breath when they walk from the airstrip into this sprawling campsite. Its location on remote Nxaragha (Na-ka-ra) Island in the heart of the permanent delta makes it accessible only by plane or water. Built by an eccentric American millionaire many years ago (she used to jet off to Los Angeles to get her hair done), this water camp combines style, comfort, and a year-round water wilderness experience. Huge trees arch over an outdoor lounge with sweeping lawns leading down to the water, where hippos snort all night. Your tent, with private bathroom, is built on a raised wooden platform that overlooks the delta. It's set among groves of ancient trees and is so well separated that you might believe you're the only one in camp. Common areas with worn flagstones have comfortable colonial-style furniture, and elegant dinners are served in the high-thatch dining area, where an original sycamore fig mokoro is suspended over the long wooden dining table. A camp highlight: chilled drinks from a bar set up in the middle of a lagoon tended by a wading barman. Enquire....

MBIROBA CAMP

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Mbiroba is a Rest camp which also offers hot showers, traditional huts and bungalows. It is right on the Delta shores. The main activities to be done here are the Mokoro traditional canoe trips, which are managed through the Okavango Poler’s Trust organisation. You can make one day or two day trips, sail deep into the delta and contemplate the landscapes, fauna and absolute quietness of the waters, only interrupted at dusk by the calls of the hippos. Enquire....

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