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Wilderness Vumbura Plains

  • Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    The sublime lounge and bar area

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Guest suite with redesigned windows and doors

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    The decorative themes and blue-green colourways of the Okavango are reflected in the large guest suites

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

  • Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Guest suite windows and doors have been redesigned for uninterrupted views

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Each guest suite has its own private plunge pool overlooking a floodplain

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Vumbura's prime position, set on one of the Delta's main channels, means year-round adventures on land and water

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Serene mokoro excursions reveal the fascinating smaller creatures of the Delta

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    The multitude of wetland and savannah habitats here results in a diverse and constantly changing environment to explore

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Our generous and hospitable staff are the cornerstone of Vumbura Plains’ sublime experience

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    The food is as unforgettable as the camp's setting

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

  • Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Vumbura Plains epitomises the serene beauty and year-round wildlife diversity of the Okavango Delta

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Numerous dining options are available - all include extraordinary views

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    An artistic map of the Vumbura Private Wilderness Area is a central feature of the dining room

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Game drive across a floodplain

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Handwoven basketry preserves and promotes local heritage and tradition

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Lechwe in their element

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Vumbura Plains' guides are the vital link between our guests and the intricacies of the natural world

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Mokoro excursion

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Semi-aquatic red lechwe are seen all across the Vumbura Plains area

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Private dining al fresco

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

  • Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Private dining al fresco

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Weaving Vumbura's extraordinary conservation and cultural stories into the décor and design brings the local culture alive for our guests

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Light fittings fashioned from traditional fish traps hang over a map of the Okavango Delta’s water flow

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Double-sided map of the Vumbura Plains Private Wilderness Area on a movable screen in the dining area

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Sharing their knowledge is our guides' passion

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Walking in the wild with an experienced guide is thrilling and rewarding

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Choose to explore by helicopter for a fresh new perspective

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    The longest-serving staff member at Wilderness, Head Chef Mma Glo serves her delectable fare

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Vumbura’s scrumptious dining options and menus celebrate delicious local, seasonal ingredients

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Cheers to the end of another perfect day in the Delta

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Floating sundowner bar in a shallow lagoon at Vumbura Plains

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    A suitably dramatic end to an unforgettable day on safari

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Vumbura Plains epitomises the serene beauty and year-round wildlife diversity of its iconic setting within the Okavango Delta World Heritage Site.

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    Treat yourself to a treatment from one of our expert therapists

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

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    Wilderness Vumbura Plains

    An installation of baskets made by talented staff members in the Vumbura Plains' bar

    Photographer credit: Wilderness

Highlights

  • A sublime location in the far north of Botswana's iconic Okavango Delta – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest inland delta on Earth.
  • Finest multi-purpose concession in the Okavango Delta for wildlife, and year-round land and water activities.
  • Annually inundated grasslands offer a photographic paradise, showcasing phenomenal predator and prey action.
  • Dreamy Delta waterways, riverine and island woodlands and vast floodplains invite adventure: day and night game drives, nature walks, and boating.

Destination: The Vumbura Plains Private Wilderness Area is found in the northern-eastern Okavango Delta adjoining the Moremi Game Reserve. Its prime position in the dry savannah interior, set on one of the main channels that feeds the Delta, means year-round adventures on land and water. Contemporary and luxurious, the camp is as lavish and lush as its beautiful surroundings, which are home to an abundant and diverse array of wildlife, including large – and small – predators. The 60,000-hectare (148,263-acre) private concession is leased from five villages through the Okavango Community Trust (OCT), a partnership that spans many successful years of impactful conservation tourism in the area.

Experience: The camp offers exceptional opportunities for families and friends to reconnect and enjoy shared adventures in one of the world’s most pristine wilderness areas. Guests can look forward to thrilling game drives spotting iconic wildlife. Here water safaris by boat or traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) explore the waterways where elephants wade, and countless birds brighten the sky. Guided walks are also on offer with our passionate guides, who enthral with their deep knowledge and love of the bush.  In camp, guests can enjoy a leisurely afternoon at their suite’s private pool, soaking in the glorious views and watching the wildlife parade. Evenings are a sensorial adventure, recounting the day’s safari by a crackling fire and feasting on our chefs’ local delights.

Purpose: The Vumbura Private Wilderness Area is leased from remote rural communities who are members of the Okavango Community Trust (OCT). The result of this long-standing and impactful partnership includes socio-economic benefits, livelihood diversification, and training and skills development for the villagers – as well as building on a positive attitude to tourism and conservation. The largest number of employees within our Botswana operation are employed from these five villages. 

Wildlife: The annually inundated grasslands of the Delta surrounding Wilderness Vumbura Plains are locally referred to as melapo, and deliver prolific seasonal viewing: elephants, giraffes, impala, sable antelope, kudu, zebra, common waterbuck as well as reedbuck, tsessebe, wildebeest, red lechwe and Cape buffalo. Following this exceptional diversity of ungulates is a vast array of predators, including iconic African species such as lion, leopard, the occasional cheetah, African wild dog and wildcat. This all results in an immensely rich and thrilling wildlife experience. Hippo pods and basking crocodiles can often be spotted in and along the waterways, while birding is exceptional all year round.  

Wilderness Vumbura: Celebrating its sense of space and purpose, this stylish and contemporary camp provides the highest level in comfort, wonderful local cuisine and impressive attention to detail from the warm and professional staff members.

Set on raised decks in the midst of annually inundated grassland the camp is a marvel of engineering design. An artful, contemporary balance of wood, glass, and canvas, reflecting the rich colours of the Delta.

It comprises two satellite camps, each with its own main area encompassing expansive vistas across the vast floodplains, and furnished with beautiful local objets d’art, which showcase the camp’s successful partnership with the Okavango Community Trust (OCT) – created to highlight Vumbura's heritage through design and art.

The camp is one of the most spacious offerings in the Okavango Delta, with generous and supremely private guest suites each featuring a plunge pool and outdoor sala.

Features

TYPE:
Accommodation
NO. ROOMS:
ROOM TYPES
Twin/Double Suite(s) (12 rooms)
Family Accommodation (2 rooms)
14
SPECIAL INTERESTS:
Birding
Nature
Wildlife
PROPERTY FACILITIES:
Bar
Library
Pool
ROOM FACILITIES:
Electrical Outlets
Fan
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Lounge Area
Mini Bar
Mosquito Nets
Outside Shower
Plunge Pool
Safe
Tea / Coffee
Verandah
AVAILABLE SERVICES:
Credit Card Facilities
Private Vehicle (Available)
ACTIVITIES ON SITE:
Bird Watching
Boating
Catch-and-release Fishing
Game Drives
Massages
Mokoro Excursion
Night Drives
Walks (Guided)
ACTIVITIES NEARBY:
Cultural Tours
Helicopter Scenic Flights
FRIENDLY:
Children

Rooms

Twin/Double Suite(s) (12 rooms)

The formation of the Okavango Delta, and the life it supports, is brought to life in the camp’s thoughtful artwork, screens, maps, woven basket patterning and dyes. The rich colour palette of turquoise, purples and natural tones pays homage to the Delta wilderness.

The wardrobe doors and shower screens are clad in large, striking underwater photographs, while charcoal-coloured mosquito nets and black sanitaryware add to the contemporary feel.

Each suite is designed to maximise the magical views of the Delta and bring nature inside, while the artwork and bespoke design pieces tell the stories of the land, the people and the place they call home.

Family Accommodation (2 rooms)

Families have complete privacy in Vumbura Plains’ spacious family units.

Vumbura Plains North offers six suites, and two family units (Vumbura Plains South consists of six suites, but has no family accommodation).

The two family units each accommodate four guests in two spacious en-suite bedrooms.
The main bedroom has a large sunken indoor lounge, with spacious indoor and outdoor showers, while the second bedroom is smaller and has an indoor shower.

Both bedrooms have separate entrances and share an outdoor deck and private plunge pool with seating area.

We recommended families with younger children choose the family unit with the interleading, shaded lounge area, as it is semi-outdoor and features canvas blinds which may be rolled up and down to provide cover for all weather conditions.

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