Wilderness Pelo | Okavango Delta

15 Jul 2023 - 17 Jul 2023

Tall, graceful palm trees mark the location of Wilderness Pelo, while the island’s distinctive shape is instantly recognisable from the air. ‘Pelo’ is the local word for heart, and guests instantly fall in love with this tiny, tranquil island hideaway.

One of the smaller camps in Botswana, Wilderness Pelo has five tents with private verandas and magnificent vistas of the surrounding Okavango. The emphasis at Wilderness Pelo is on mokoro excursions – a smooth, silent way to connect both with the finer details of the Okavango Delta and the rich heritage of the people of this region.

INSIDER'S TIP: Watch the comings and goings of wildlife from the comfort of the camp and by mokoro – hippos, lechwe and sitatunga among many other water-loving creatures.

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Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Mekoro boating along the clear channels
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Pelo Camp by night
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen The spacious main area and breathtaking views
Wilderness Pelo An aerial view of Pelo's surrounds
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Pelo is located on a heart-shaped island
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Tiny reed frogs are regularly seen
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Serene mekoro rides at sunset
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen An elephant herd wander through the waters
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Red lechwe antelope leap through the shallow channels
Wilderness Pelo Credit: C.Culbert Beautiful daylilies
Wilderness Pelo Credit: C.Culbert African jacana seen among the daylilies
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen A malachite kingfisher on the lookout
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Crocodile on the sand bank submerged under the crystal clear waters
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Pied kingfisher in flight
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Squacco heron are a common sighting
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Lechwe are specifically adapted to wet environments
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Colourful saddle-billed storks
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen A wetland paradise perfect for hippo
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen A herd of lechwe in a typical Delta scene
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Exploring the surrounds by mekoro
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen The camp is located deep in the heart of the Delta
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen The dining area where meals can be enjoyed
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Outdoor dining area under a canopy of trees
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Relax in the pool and enjoy the sunset
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Fresh and delicious brunches served on the viewing deck
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen A comfortable double guest tent
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Each tent has a private lantern-lit deck
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Enjoy the view from the outdoor bucket shower
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen All tents are en-suite
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen The copper vanity basin
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Dinners can be enjoyed al-fresco in the boma
Wilderness Pelo Credit: Dana Allen Brunch served with your toes in the clear Delta waters

Your Stay

2 Nights

Your Rooms

1x Tented Room/s

1x Tented Room/s

Fast Facts

Safari Lodge

Spoken Languages: English

No. Rooms: 5

Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Fishing, Flora, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife

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