One of Jao's signature design features is the marvellous bird’s nest-styled pool gazebo on the edge of the water.
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The dining experience at Jao is a journey in itself.
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Jao's award-winning spa offers a wide range of soothing massage treatments.
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Catching golden hour from a mokoro.
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Hunda Island is a famed leopard hot-spot.
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The rare and highly sought-after Pel's fishing owl can be reliably seen at Jao.
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The extremely elusive aquatic sitatunga antelope are another Jao speciality sighting.
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Wildlife viewing on a sublimely quiet mokoro excursion.
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The Jao Pride is thriving.
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The convivial fire pit, the ideal setting for the retelling of the day's adventures.
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The accommodation is a sculptural marvel of natural and recycled materials.
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At Jao we invite you into a world where nature and architecture collide.
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One of Jao's signature design features is its bird's-nest pool deck.
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Built into the towering trees, Jao’s elaborate design never ceases to impress.
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A private dinner for two with iconic Delta views.
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Jao's lovely setting is incomparable when the Delta waters are at their highest.
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Table for two overlooking the floodplain in front of Jao.
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Pre-dinner drinks and a cosy chat around the firepit.
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Jao boasts towering, spacious interiors that have been thoughtfully crafted to create the ultimate African safari experience.
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Marvel at the gallery and museum, then relax in the library.
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View the passing wildlife parade from the pool deck.
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A full menu of spa therapies, from facials to manicures, and a range of signature massage options, are available at Jao.
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Front row seats to the action.
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Early morning by the fire.
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Feel indulged as you discover Botswana at its best on boma night.
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Lunchtime dining setting.
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A fire to ward off the nip of winter chill in the air.
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The private dining settings are endlessly amazing.
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Surrounded by riverine forest, Jao is the archetypal Okavango Delta camp.
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Jao's mindful design seamlessly embraces the surrounding bush.
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Jao's giraffe skeleton will be a talking point long after your safari is over.
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Jao's spacious interiors embrace the light and its natural surroundings.
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From the lounge, keep your ears tuned for a hundred different bird calls.
Light and spacious, each suite looks out onto swaying reeds, waterlilies and endless views of the floodplains. Inside, the furnishings in each spacious room have been hand-crafted and curated, adding an authentic touch throughout. The soft colour palette of creams, greens, purple, and splashes of yellow, is inspired by the abundant waterlily found in the Delta, and adds to the sense of calm and peace.
Perfect for families or small groups, the two supremely luxurious and tastefully decorated villas each comprise two identical tents (four beds in total). Each has its own en suite facilities, and a spacious lounge and dining area, a kitchenette (with private chef), fire deck and private plunge pool, as well as a private vehicle, guide and private butler. Large folding doors and mosquito gauze make up the front wall so guests can enjoy more of the wonderful view.
The accommodation is a sculptural marvel of natural and recycled materials.