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Includes: meals, local drinks, 2 activities per night of stay, laundry, Victoria Falls airport transfers, one return Victoria Falls town transfer & Zambezi National Park fee
Excludes: premium drinks and Victoria Falls Rainforest fee
Activities: game drives, game walks, guided tour of Victoria Falls, canoeing, fishing, boat cruises and village visits

Zambezi Sands River Camp is situated in the Zambezi National Park on the banks of the Zambezi River, upstream from the Victoria Falls.

The camp has ten tastefully-appointed Bedouin-style tents, adding to the unique flavour of the camp. All are built on raised platforms with exceptional river views. Each tent features a lounge, bathroom, outdoor shower and private plunge pool.

The main camp area includes a dining room, lounge and bar. There is a shaded outdoor deck for enjoying alfresco dining with a view of the river. Elephant can be found loitering on the mainland or in the river, while hippo, waterbuck and bushbuck frequent the reed banks and islands. Birdlife is prolific - African finfoot, African skimmer, pratincoles and Pel’s fishing owl all occur here.

Two activities are included for each night of the stay and include a guided tour of Victoria Falls (the Rainforest Fee is at additional cost), a visit to the curio market, sunset cruises, guided canoe trips, a village visit and school tour, game drives, guided game walks and fishing. One return transfer to Victoria Falls Town is also included per stay.

Airport Transfer Time: 90 minutes from Victoria Falls Airport

GPS Coordinates: S 17° 50’802” E 25° 35’066”

Zambezi National Park is a national park located upstream, just 5km from Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River in Zimbabwe and comprises 40km of Zambezi River frontage. It was split off from Victoria Falls National Park in 1979 and is 56,000 hectares (140,000 acres) in size. The park is bisected by a road to Kazungula, dividing it into a riverine side and a Chamabonda Vlei side. Most of the park is within the ecoregion of Zambezian and Mopane woodlands, while a small portion in the south is within the Zambezian Baikiaea woodlands.
 
The Zambezi National Park plays host to a wide variety of larger mammals including African elephant, lion, Cape buffalo and leopard. In addition to these charismatic members of the "big 5" there are herds of sable antelope, common eland, common zebra, Southern giraffe, greater kudu, waterbuck and impala. In addition, many species of smaller wildlife can be seen here.
 
Over 400 species of birds have been recorded within the Zambezi National Park. Pel's fishing owl, African skimmer, collared palm thrush, lanner falcon, goliath heron, African finfoot, rock pratincole and long-toed lapwing are considered to be among the speciality birds of the park. Aside from birds and land animals, there are 75 species of fish located in the park, including the famous tiger fish.
 
The easiest way to access the Zambezi National Park is via the Zambezi River Game Drive, which is extensive network of roads along the banks of the Zambezi and is accessed through the main gate. There is a 25-kilometre Chamabondo Game Drive that can take the visitor into the wilder the southern part of the Park, and which starts 5 kilometres south of Victoria Falls town; just off the main Victoria Falls to Bulawayo road.

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Luxury Tented Suite Without Pool Credit: Batoka Africa Private splash pool & viewing deck.

Luxury Tented Suite With Pool Credit: Batoka Africa Private viewing deck

Tea and Bar Station Credit: Batoka Africa

En-suite Bathroom Credit: Batoka Africa

Communal Lounge Area Credit: Batoka Africa Lounge and bar with a shaded outdoor deck for alfresco dining

Dining Area Credit: Batoka Africa Dining room with theatre kitchen to observe our chefs at work

Luxury Tented Suite Luxury Tented Suite with Pool

74 sq metre Bedouin Style Tent with 56 sq metre private deck each with a lounge area, minibar, tea and

coffee-making facility, en suite bathroom and outdoor shower.

74 sq metre Bedouin Style Tent with 56 sq metre private deck each with a lounge area, minibar, tea and

coffee-making facility, en suite bathroom, outdoor shower and private splash pool.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Spa

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee

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Airport Shuttle (Complimentary)

Includes: meals, local drinks, activities, park fees, laundry and Intermittent WiFi 
Excludes: premium drinks
Activities: day & night game drives and walking 

Selinda Explorers Camp is poised in a remote, treasured location on the famous Selinda Spillway, under canopies of jackelberry and mangosteen trees. As the lifeline of the Selinda Reserve, the Selinda Spillway is a crucial gathering point for the wildlife of this pristine 320,000-acre Reserve.  

This classic camp has three tents and one two-bedroom family tent, all on raised platforms with a private verandah.  Each camp is en-suite with flush toilet and a shower (with hot & cold running water).

The main area tents are on ground level decorated with Persian carpets and pillows, dark wooden furniture and copper accents. This explorers style camp set up creates an atmosphere of a by gone era.
 
Activities concentrate on getting back to nature with the emphasis on guided walking and there may be the option of canoeing when water levels permit (currently July – September, subject to change). In addition, day and night game drives are available exploring the Selinda Reserve. It is a wildlife hot spot, with huge herds of elephants and buffalo, lion, wild dog, sable and roan antelope all frequently spotted. 

Please note that the camp has 2 vehicles taking up to 4 guests in each which guarantees a window seat for all (unless a private group would like 6 in a vehicle), activities are planned together with your guide and all guests in camp, no private vehicle is available.

Airstrip Transfer Time: 45 minutes

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Canoeing the Spillway is a Seasonal Activity Available at Selinda Explorers Camp Credit: Great Plains Conservation Canoeing the Spillway is a Seasonal Activity Available at Selinda Explorers Camp

The Selinda Spillway Credit: Great Plains Conservation The Selinda Spillway drinks stop

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Lions walking along the Selinda Spillway Credit: Great Plains Conservation Lions walking along the Selinda Spillway

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Impala on the Lookout near Selinda Explorers Camp Credit: Great Plains Conservation Impala on the Lookout near Selinda Explorers Camp

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Elephants and the Selinda Spillway from the Air Credit: Great Plains Conservation Elephants and the Selinda Spillway from the Air

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Elephants Crossing the Selinda Spillway Credit: Great Plains Conservation Elephants Crossing the Selinda Spillway

Leopard in the the Selinda Reserve Credit: Great Plains Conservation Leopard in the the Selinda Reserve

Swimming in the Selinda Spillway Credit: Great Plains Conservation Swimming in the Selinda Spillway

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African Wild Dog in the Selinda Reserve Credit: Great Plains Conservation African Wild Dog in the Selinda Reserve

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Tented Accommodation 2 Bedroom Family Tent

The custom-designed, semi-permanent guest tents provide comfort and style but with a magnificently raw spirit. Each tent offers guests a well-appointed bedroom, covered veranda, private bathroom complete with hot water showers and a flush loo. All the guest tents are at ground level, on slightly raised platforms.

The 2-Bedroom Family canvas tent is custom-designed and sits on a slightly raised platform. It consists of two bedrooms, each with their own separate bathroom, dressing and washbasin areas;

Property Facilities

Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Kiddies Club, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant

Room Facilities

Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

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Canoeing Guided Walks Safari drives (day & night) Young Explorers Program Catch-and-Release Fishing

Canoeing the Selinda Spillway is one of the most unique experiences in southern Africa. The two person Canadian style canoes are situated in front of the camp for use at anytime. An ideal morning or afternoon trip would be to paddle down the spillway and to then walk back to camp, or be met by a vehicle for a safari drive on your return. Canoeing is seasonal and dependent on water levels in the Selinda Spillway.

One of the core activities at Selinda Explorers Camp is to enjoy a guided walk. It’s also a huge benefit of staying within the conservancies. Walks allow you to appreciate the stunning landscape around us on foot, peacefully, without the noise of engines. Talk to the managers to arrange a good time and location for a walk. Usually early morning or evening is the best time, as the middle of the day is too hot to venture out of the shade. Wear good walking shoes, a hat, and neutral coloured clothing so as not to alarm the wildlife, and take binoculars. Your guide will have water for you.

Selinda Explorers Camp focuses primarily on the traditional safaris of walking and canoeing. Safari drives are offered, both day and night, but are a supplement to other activities as opposed to the emphasis.

Your drives will be planned for you so that you get the most out of your stay. The best times to be out are from first light for the morning drive, and in the soft light in the afternoon continuing until after dark. These are the times when most of the action is likely to happen and the photographic light is at its best.

Please remember that the cars are open and it can be quite chilly in the early mornings and evenings, so take very warm clothing with you on your drives. There are lined ponchos provided in the vehicles if you get cold while out, so just ask your guide to show you where these are if you need them.

A full syllabus of bush craft skills for our young explorers. This is a complimentary program that follows in the footsteps of National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence, Dereck and Beverly Joubert. An extensive pack will be provided to eager children on arrival, so they can learn about animal calls, how to track wildlife, and other facts and figures about the wild. At the end of a child’s stay, he/she will become a Young Explorer and Conservation Ambassador - ready to go out and tell the world about what they have learned and what they too can do to help protect this beautiful environment.

Fly-fishing and rod/reel kit is available for those who want to try their cast at the local fish (except January and February when there is a moratorium on fishing).

Includes: meals, local drinks, activities, park fees, conservation levy,  laundry and Intermittent WiFi
Excludes: premium drinks
Activities: day &night game drives and mokoro (seasonal and water level dependent). Walking safaris on request

Machaba Camp is situated in the game rich Khwai area, on the eastern tongue of the Okavango Delta, and is constructed on the same site as the previous Machaba camp. The name Machaba is the local Setswana name for the Sycamore Fig Tree, the tree of life.

The camp is built in the classic 1950’s style, with luxury safari tents, en-suite bathrooms and romantic outdoor showers. All the tents are situated on the ground and the pathways to the tents meander between the large riverine trees.

All 10 luxury tents are situated in the beautiful riverine tree line on the Khwai River, overlooking the famous Moremi Game Reserve. From these tented verandas one can watch the daily parade of animals coming down to drink at the river in front of camp. The camp consists of 8 luxury twin tents and 2 luxury family tents.
Activities offered at Machaba include day and night game drives, mokoro (seasonal and water level dependant), walking (provided a suitable guide is available – advance booking strongly advised) and a visit to the local community.

Airport Transfer Time: 20 minutes

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Machaba Camp Credit: Andrew Howard Main Area - guest interaction

Machaba Camp Credit: Andrew Howard Dining

Machaba Camp Credit: Andrew Howard Camp fire overlooking the Okavango Delta

Machaba Camp Credit: Andrew Howard Luxury tented suite

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Mokoro Activity at Machaba Camp Credit: Martin Harvey Mokoro Activity at Machaba Camp

Machaba Camp Credit: Andrew Howard Sundowners on Safari at Machaba Camp

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Machaba Camp Credit: Andrew Howard Wildlife - Elephants

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Machaba Camp Credit: Andrew Howard Game viewing - elephants under the Milky Way

Machaba Camp Credit: Andrew Howard Game viewing - leopard in the spot light

Machaba Camp Credit: Andrew Howard Game viewing - lion in front of the camp

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Luxury Tent Luxury Family Tent

There are 8 Luxury Tents that each sleep 2 guests.

The camp is built in the classic 1950’s style, with luxury safari tents, en-suite bathrooms and living areas, not forgetting the romantic outdoor showers. All the tents are situated on ground level and the pathways to the tents meander between the large riverine trees.

There are 2 Luxury Family Tents that each sleep 4 guests.

The camp is built in the classic 1950’s style, with luxury safari tents, en-suite bathrooms and living areas, not forgetting the romantic outdoor showers. All the tents are situated on ground level and the pathways to the tents meander between the large riverine trees.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Pool, Private Vehicle Available

Room Facilities

Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Verandah

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Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card, Room Service

Mokoro safari Game drives Walking safaris

This is a dug out canoe poled by an experienced poler in the shallower waters of the Okavango. It is a great way to see the waterways and is tranquil and quiet. These excursions take place in the mornings or longer day trips can be arranged. Explore the islands around camp and come back rested and rejuvenated.

Game drives are conducted in the mornings and afternoon/evenings at camp. They usually last about three hours each and are conducted along the river systems and flood plains around the camp. The wildlife in the area is prolific and chances are good to see some of the larger predators, herds of elephant and buffalo and all the plains animals that occur here. Night drives are conducted in the early evening offering one a chance to see the smaller more nocturnal animals with spotlights.

Walking safaris are also conducted generally in the morning with armed guides. The walks are leisurely and time is taken to observe the smaller things in the bush that one normally misses when driving. Walking is weather dependent, or dependent on the condition of the terrain.

Includes: meals, local drinks, activities, park fees, laundry, emergency evacuation & return airstrip transfers & intermittent WiFi
Excludes: premium drinks
Activities: day & night game drives, walking safari and mokoro (water level dependant)

Stanley's Camp is situated on a 260,000 acre private concession in the Okavango Delta, bordering the southern section of Moremi Game Reserve. The camp is situated in an exclusive community area and works with the local community creating an awareness and commitment to conservation, whilst offering a wealth of wildlife activities.

Guest accommodation consists of eight elegantly styled safari tents. The comfortable spacious tents exude classic Africa; handcrafted beds dressed with the finest linen, antique furniture individually selected and oriental carpets that transport you to early 19th century Africa. Each unit offers an en suite bathroom and a private balcony. Hammocks and Morris chairs on the balcony are perfect for relaxation in the African sunshine. Stanley's main lodge is on raised decking with expansive views over the surrounding floodplains and has been carefully blended into the existing tree line, its main support being a large sausage tree.

The camp offers a wide variety of game viewing in the Okavango Delta, exploring a variety of habitats. Guests can enjoy game drives in open sided safari vehicles, including night drives and walking safaris with an armed professional guide. Seasonal mokoro excursions are taken from the lodge, a serene and tranquil experience.

Airstrip Transfer Time: 30 - 40 minutes

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Sanctuary Stanley's Camp room decking view

Sanctuary Stanley's Camp pool

Sanctuary Stanley's Camp Explorer Lounge

Sanctuary Stanley's Camp lounge view

Sanctuary Stanley's Camp outdoor bar area

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Sanctuary Stanley's Camp room interior

Sanctuary Stanley's Camp pool view

Sanctuary Stanley's Camp mokoro

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Safari Tent

Each of the ten canvas tents at Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp are individually designed but all have a classic and understated elegance that harks back to the explorers of the nineteenth century. Large wooden decks provide private areas for guests to relax in hammocks while enjoying your morning coffee or predinner cocktails. Each ensuite tent offers features an indoor shower and is also equipped with a hairdryer, ceiling fan and in-room safe. Complimentary wireless internet access is available in all of the rooms of the camp.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Eco Friendly, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

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Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card, Room Service

Game Drives Walking Safaris Mokoro Excursions Scenic Helicopter Flight

Game drives in this region are unique, as water crossings are part of the adventure, and watching zebra standing belly-deep in water, grazing, is a sight to see. Even giraffe will cross water up to their hocks. During higher water levels, game drives will be combined with motorised boating excursions and traditional dug out canoes called Mokoros. Sanctuary Stanley's Camp is set in a private concession which means we can also venture out at night on exciting game drives to see the many nocturnal animals that live here. The evening drive starts after sundowner cocktails, using a spotlight to identify nocturnal creatures including the ones that are easier to catch a glimpse of in the dark, like hyena and leopard. Tiny fireball eyes that seem to levitate through the air and reappear again in different trees are bush babies, just one of several different creatures to be found.

Our professional guides will show you the bush on foot. This is a chance to see the Delta from a different perspective, one that is up close and personal with the surrounding environment. Walks allow you to read the news of the night in the smooth sand of the road. Lion, leopard, elephants, genets and even millipedes are all part of the signs, each with their story to tell. A walking safari is about seeing the small five and the various flora in the area.

The Okavango Delta is of course flooded for much of the year and when it is, guests can experience serene silence at the gentle pace of a poled mokoro excursion along the narrow channels. Sit back and relax as you glide through lily ponds on local dugout canoes while seeing eye to eye with a buffalo as it laps water from the river, watch crocodiles sunbathe on the banks or cruise past a pod of hippos as they lie in a pool. Fish eagles, frogs and fabulous lilies form much of this experience, but more frequently it is the quietness and gentle pace that makes its impression.

These scenic flights involve flying west towards the permanent delta, exposing areas which are unreachable by vehicle or boat and showcasing the sheer enormity of the Okavango Delta. There is the the option of the doors being removed for unrestricted photographic opportunities. Choose between 30, 45 or 60 minute tour in a one turbine Bell Jetranger helicopter with 3 seats. This activity is offered on a year round basis. Being a personalised activity, it's up to you what time of day you would like to do the activity, however we would recommend early morning and late afternoon as these times usually provide the best light for photography. Preferred flight times can be requested on booking.