Suites (4 rooms)
The Dhow Suite at Zarafa (1 unit/villa)
RATING:
LANGUAGES:
English
TYPE:
Accommodation
NO. ROOMS:
ROOM TYPES
4
SPECIAL INTERESTS:
Adventure
Big 5
Birding
Fishing
Flora
Gourmet
Leisure
Nature
Relaxation
Star Gazing
Wildlife
Wine
PROPERTY FACILITIES:
24-hour Security
Bar
Battery Charging Facilities
Communal Dining
Eco Friendly
Gym
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Kiddies Club
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Library
Pool
Private Vehicle Available
Restaurant
Spa
ROOM FACILITIES:
Balcony / Deck
Bath
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Dressing Gowns
En-Suite
Fan
Fireplace
Hair Dryer
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Lounge Area
Mini Bar (Complimentary)
Mosquito Nets
Outside Shower
Plunge Pool
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Verandah
AVAILABLE SERVICES:
Credit Card
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 OFF SITE:
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
TAGS:
Private concession
Includes: meals, drinks, activities, park fees, laundry & intermittent WiFi
Excludes: premium drinks
Activities: game drives & night drives. Walks can be arranged when pre-requested.
Zarafa Camp is an intimate, four room exquisite tented camp located on the 320,000 acre Selinda Reserve in northern Botswana, an area linking the Okavango Delta and the Chobe/Savute corridors.
Overlooking the crystal waters of 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.
Zarafa’s four guest tents, 1000 sq. ft in extent, are 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. Each tent has a full lounge with desk and gas fireplace for winter. The large bedroom is connected to an open layout bathroom with impressive copper claw foot bath, indoor shower, separate loo and double basins.
During construction, only recycled hardwoods and canvas were used and all the camp’s electricity comes from its solar farm while ‘bio gas’ plants recycle waste into usable cooking gas.
The uninterrupted views from every part of the camp over these productive plains are truly breathtaking. The enormous shady trees, the palm fringed savannahs, the abundant wildlife and bird life concentrations in front of the elevated camp are characteristic of this area.
Activities offered at Zarafa include game drives, night drives, and walks can be arranged on request. Boating on the Zibadianja Lagoon may be possible, dependent on water levels.
Activities are focused on game drives. During periods of high water levels, water activities may be possible but not guaranteed.
Airstrip Transfer Time: 1 hour
This property was last visited by a senior consultant of Safari Destinations in January 2020.
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Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Main area
Areal view of the main area at Zarafa Camp
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Areal view of Zarafa Camp
Areal view of Zarafa Camp overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - lunch time
Zarafa Camp - lunch time
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - fire pit
Zarafa Camp - fire pit
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Elephant in front of Zarafa Camp
Elephant in front of Zarafa Camp
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Solar farm
The camp is run by an impressive solar farm of 170 panels with generator back-up;
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Main area lounge
Zarafa Camp - Main area lounge
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Main area deck
Zarafa Camp - Main area deck
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Zarafa Camp overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Selinda Reserve Leopard
Selinda Reserve Leopard
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Hippo in the Selinda Reserve
Hippo in the Selinda Reserve
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Wild Dog Near Zarafa
Wild Dog Near Zarafa
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Selinda Reserve Elephants
Selinda Reserve Elephants
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Game Drive
Zarafa Game Drive
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Lioness on the Hunt
Lioness on the Hunt
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Evenings around the Fire
Evenings around the Fire
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Aerial View
Zarafa Aerial View
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Bounding Through the Marshlands
Bounding Through the Marshlands
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Safari Boutique
Great Plains Conservation Safari Boutique
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Main area
Zarafa Camp - Main area
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Zarafa Camp - deck overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Main area deck
Zarafa Camp - Main area deck
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Main area
Zarafa Camp - Main area
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Main area
Zarafa Camp - Main area
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Freshly made pizza
Zarafa Camp - Freshly made pizza
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - main area overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Zarafa Camp - main area overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Main area lounge
Zarafa Camp - Main area lounge
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Main area
Zarafa Camp - Main area
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Sunset drinks setup
Zarafa Camp - Sunset drinks setup
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - cuisine
Zarafa Camp - cuisine
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Wine Cellar
Zarafa Camp - Wine Cellar
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Dinner in the wine cellar
Zarafa Camp - Dinner in the wine cellar
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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Zarafa Camp - Dinner in the wine cellar
Zarafa Camp - Dinner in the wine cellar
Photographer credit: Great Plains Conservation
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.
Directions to Zarafa Camp
Directions from Zarafa Camp
- Turn left
- Turn Right
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