Zarafa Camp

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Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

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Zarafa Camp - Main area

Areal view of the main area at Zarafa Camp

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Areal view of Zarafa Camp

Areal view of Zarafa Camp overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

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Zarafa Camp - lunch time

Zarafa Camp - lunch time

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Zarafa Camp - fire pit

Zarafa Camp - fire pit

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Elephant in front of Zarafa Camp

Elephant in front of Zarafa Camp

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Zarafa Camp - Solar farm

The camp is run by an impressive solar farm of 170 panels with generator back-up;

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Zarafa Camp - Main area lounge

Zarafa Camp - Main area lounge

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Zarafa Camp - Main area deck

Zarafa Camp - Main area deck

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Zarafa Camp overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

Zarafa Camp overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

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Selinda Reserve Leopard

Selinda Reserve Leopard

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Hippo in the Selinda Reserve

Hippo in the Selinda Reserve

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Wild Dog Near Zarafa

Wild Dog Near Zarafa

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Selinda Reserve Elephants

Selinda Reserve Elephants

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Zarafa Game Drive

Zarafa Game Drive

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Lioness on the Hunt

Lioness on the Hunt

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Evenings around the Fire

Evenings around the Fire

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Zarafa Aerial View

Zarafa Aerial View

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Bounding Through the Marshlands

Bounding Through the Marshlands

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Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

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Zarafa Camp - Safari Boutique

Great Plains Conservation Safari Boutique

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Zarafa Camp - Main area

Zarafa Camp - Main area

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Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

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Zarafa Camp - Main area deck

Zarafa Camp - Main area deck

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Zarafa Camp - Main area

Zarafa Camp - Main area

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Zarafa Camp - Main area

Zarafa Camp - Main area

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Zarafa Camp - Freshly made pizza

Zarafa Camp - Freshly made pizza

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Zarafa Camp - main area overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

Zarafa Camp - main area overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon

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Zarafa Camp - Main area lounge

Zarafa Camp - Main area lounge

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Zarafa Camp - Main area

Zarafa Camp - Main area

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Zarafa Camp - Sunset drinks setup

Zarafa Camp - Sunset drinks setup

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Zarafa Camp - cuisine

Zarafa Camp - cuisine

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Zarafa Camp - Wine Cellar

Zarafa Camp - Wine Cellar

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Zarafa Camp - Dinner in the wine cellar

Zarafa Camp - Dinner in the wine cellar

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Zarafa Camp - Dinner in the wine cellar

Zarafa Camp - Dinner in the wine cellar

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Zarafa Camp is an intimate, four room exquisite tented suite camp located on the130,000-hectare Selinda Reserve in northern Botswana, an area linking the Okavango Delta and the Chobe/Savute corridors. Its villa, the Dhow Suite at Zarafa, consist of two tented suites and private main area and operates entirely independently of main camp. Few camps rival the location of this little gem, Botswana’s first and only Relais & Chateaux property. Overlooking the crystal waters Zibadianja Lagoon, the source of the famous Savute Channel, every area of camp has a magnificent view. The lagoon is also the water source for a tremendous population of wildlife – dry season sightings boast buffalo and elephant by the hundreds. Zarafa Camp and The Dhow Suite at Zarafa are the brainchild of the founders of Great Plains Conservation, who pooled their collective experience on safari to create what they deemed to be the best and most environmentally innovative camp. Zarafa has succeeded in successfully in retaining a clearly African feel, while balancing that delicate relationship between personal and informal and romance and adventure. Zarafa Camp has no equal in terms of its environmental credentials and its careful appointments.

Zarafa Camp is designed with exclusivity and privacy at its core. Each suite is positioned on the forest's edge, rimming the shores of the floodplains and far from a neighbour. The 305 square metre marquis style' canvas guest suites are expansive and open-air without exposing guests to the elements. Each of the three spaces of the suite is decorated with custom-made furniture, handcrafted from recycled ancient hardwoods. The raised decks, constructed of recycled African railroad sleepers, form the tent's foundation.

Upon entry is a large lounge appointed with a leather sofa, armchairs, personal bar and writing desk. Adjoining the lounge is the main bedroom and dressing area. Exiting the bedroom, a beautiful copper gas fireplace is strategically placed between the bathroom and the bedroom to allay the chill of the winter months. The main bathroom is comprised of a copper bath and shower, double sinks and private toilet. Off the bathroom, the raised walkway leads to the outdoor shower, complete with wrap around showerheads! The private verandah, running the length of the front of the suite, offers a private plunge pool, outdoor lounge and sweeping view of Zibadianja Lagoon's waters.

Each tent comes with its own professional camera body and zoom lenses for use during a stay. Photos are then downloaded as a souvenir at the end of your stay.

The Dhow Suite at Zarafa, an immense 210 square metres (2,260 sq ft) in extent, is under beige, flowing canvas, with canopy ceilings and completely open (yet netted) sides. Entering through the heavy wood Lamu door transports guests to a lavish space of deep reds, browns, brass and copper, evoking richness and beauty. Central to The Dhow Suites are a full lounge and dining area fitted dining table, coffee table with cappuccino machine and a full-length leather couch and chairs. Two large bedrooms are connected to either side of the main area designed with an open layout bathroom with impressive copper claw foot bath, indoor shower, separate loo and double basins and even an open fire, with copper flue, to heat the room in winter. A large decking area fronts onto the suites with a 5 x 2.5 metre swimming pool, exercise bike and outdoor showers for each room, all with views of pristine Botswana wilderness. The adjoining main camp has a curio shop for those who need retail therapy and an in-room massage is also available.

RATING:

LANGUAGES:

English

TYPE:

Accommodation

MIN. CHILD AGE:

CHECK-IN TIME:

14:00

CHECK-OUT TIME:

11:00

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

Adventure

Big 5

Birding

Fishing

Flora

Gourmet

Leisure

Nature

Relaxation

Star Gazing

Wildlife

Wine

PROPERTY FACILITIES:

Bar

Battery Charging Facilities

Communal Dining

Eco Friendly

Internet Access (Complimentary)

Kiddies Club

Library

Pool

Restaurant

Spa

Vegetarian

ROOM FACILITIES:

Balcony / Deck

Bath

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Dressing Gowns

Fan

Fireplace

Laundry Service (Complimentary)

Lounge Area

Mini Bar (Complimentary)

Mosquito Nets

Outside Shower

Plunge Pool

Pure Cotton Linen

Safe

Shower

Tea / Coffee

Verandah

AVAILABLE SERVICES:

24-hour Security

Credit Card Facilities

Laundry Service (Complimentary)

Private Vehicle (Available)

ACTIVITIES ON SITE:

Big 5

Bird Watching

Boating

Catch-and-release Fishing

Fine Dining

Game Drives

Game Viewing

Game Walks

Helicopter Scenic Flights

Massages

Night Drives

Practice Green

Safaris

Walks (Guided)

Wildlife Tours

ACTIVITIES NEARBY:

Helicopter Rides

FRIENDLY:

Children

Honeymoon

Leisure

Luxury

Romance

Vegetarian

Weddings

GUIDANCE:

Game Drive (Max 4 pax with window seats)

Game Drive (Max 6 pax with window seats)

Private Game Drive Vehicle Available

Private Restaurant Dining

Seasonal Activities

Sole Use Available