Best of Botswana's Okavango Delta

Wilderness Chitabe | Okavango Delta

Wilderness Chitabe’s location places it at the heart of a complex and beautiful mosaic of habitats, and this diversity results in Wilderness Chitabe being one of the most storied of all Botswana’s areas. Experienced, passionate guides are inspired by the intricate and dynamic landscapes to deliver wildlife experiences few other locations can match.

Eight elevated, meru-style guest tents provide the perfect human habitat, while a stroll along the elevated walkways connecting them to the main area is a safari experience in itself. Day and night drives, and guided walks, showcase the varied wildlife and landscapes of the Okavango.

Beyond the impressive wildlife encounters, guests can look forward to an elevated culinary journey which highlights the flavours of the Delta. The camp’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond its eco-conscious design to its light “food-print” and operational ethos, with solar power, sustainable cooling systems, and conservation initiatives woven into its daily operations.

INSIDER'S TIP: Learn more about the African wild dog packs of the area; if you’re lucky you’ll see some of these endangered carnivores.

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Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Where better to relax at the end of a stimulating day than the firepit in camp.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Inspiration for the Chitabe guest suite rebuild was drawn from the rich diversity of the surrounding landscapes, blending contemporary design with natural elements.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Where there are buffalo, there are likely lions not far behind.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Chitabe's neutral palette is enhanced with warm accents, and the thoughtfully chosen furnishings create a welcoming atmosphere.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Chitabe's decor seamlessly integrates the beauty of nature with refined luxury.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Dining options at Chitabe take full advantage of the panoramic views and constant wildlife parade.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Co-owner Dave Hamman's striking fine art photography is integrated into every aspect of the camp's design.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Young lions at play.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness With staff who have shared in Chitabe’s story for decades, you can always count on a familiar face in camp.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness This iconic Okavango Delta camp is known for two things: exceptional wildlife and an unmistakable sense of being home.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Relaxing around the fire before - and after - dinner, is an unmissable safari ritual.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Dining can be family-style, or à deux, as you wish.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Boma night celebrates the staff's cultural heritage through the cuisine as well as singing and dancing.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Delicious, healthy meals, thoughtfully designed by Chitabe's Executive Chef, are a consistent culinary delight.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Feast your eyes, then feast on a delectable array of culinary treats.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Cool off in the pool after a thrilling morning game drive.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Insulated canvas walls, ceilings and floors enhance comfort, ensuring the guest suites remain cool and inviting.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness The vision behind the redesigned guest suites was to craft a space that blends timeless elegance with a profound connection to their natural surroundings.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness The thoughtful combination of textures, natural light and unique details ensures that each suite allows guests to unwind and reconnect with the landscape in an authentic, meaningful way.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Each suite's private shaded deck opens onto sweeping views of this corner of the Delta.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Step into the indulgent outdoor shower for a refreshing take on this daily ritual.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Chitabe's cheetah population has had a healthy boost in recent years thanks to the concession's famous female Supermom, who has successfully raised numerous cubs to adulthood.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Explore a dramatic mix of untamed Kalahari and Okavango wilderness and wildlife on private conservation land at Chitabe.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Chitabe's location, nestled on a beautiful old tree-island, sets the quintessential African safari tone.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Wild dogs feature in almost all wildlife sightings at Chitabe.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness The Chitabe Concession supports more than one successful lion pride.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Lions are just one of the big cat predators that are resident on the Chitabe Concession.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Chitabe is known for its rewarding cheetah sightings.

Wilderness Chitabe Credit: Wilderness Chitabe has an exceptionally high density of leopards on the concession, where as many as 50 individuals have been recorded.

Your Stay

3 Nights

Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities

All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included

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No. Rooms: 8

Special Interests: Birding, Nature, Wildlife

Wilderness Jacana | Okavango Delta

Wilderness Jacana is the archetypal Okavango Delta camp. Situated in the beautiful, expansive Jao Flats, Wilderness Jacana is a place where the rhythms of the arriving (and departing) annual inundation can be seen and felt. The year-round presence of water creates a tranquil environment shared with multitudes of birds – including sought-after ‘Okavango specials’ – and other wildlife which thrives in this unique, water-filled environment.

Wilderness Jacana features five guest tents, each with an outdoor shower. The main area, sheltered beneath giant sycamore fig trees, is the starting point for waterborne voyages of discovery by boat and mokoro (traditional dugout canoe).

INSIDER'S TIP: A safari at Wilderness Jacana is not complete without enjoying a mokoro ride along the tranquil channels of the Delta. Scan passing trees for the elusive Pel’s fishing-owl!

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Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness On a lush tree island in the Jao Reserve, surrounded by seasonally inundated floodplains and papyrus swamps, Wilderness Jacana takes its name from the birds that flourish here.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Discover true paradise on this secluded tree-island in the beautifully scenic Jao Flats area of the Jao Reserve.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Guests receive a warm welcome to Jacana as their boat glides easily into its dock.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Set on a small island, the Okavango's Jacana promises a visual, tangible experience in the seasonal Delta waters.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Semi-aquatic red lechwe are commonly seen, often performing their characteristic leaps over the channels.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness A talented basket-weaver shares the secrets of her impressive skills.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Malachite kingfishers are among the smaller avian gems guests are able to see, and photograph, from a mokoro excursion.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Game drives on nearby Hunda Island reveal treasures such as this lioness moving her cub.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Boisterous young elephants enjoy the seasonal inundation as much as the guests do.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness A serene mokoro outing is the ideal way to get up close to the tiny reed frogs and malachite kingfishers found among the papyrus reeds.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness There isn't a guest of Jacana's who doesn't depart as an avid birder, particularly after spotting rarities such as the thrilling Pel's fishing owl.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Relax in the intimate setting of the raised deck at your well-appointed en-suite tented room (one of just five) nestled amongst dense palms and magnificent trees.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Drink in the views of the channels fronting camp from your secluded tented suite.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Pristine, wide-open spaces threaded with crystal clear channels invite exploration by mokoro.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Completely rebuilt in 2019, Jacana's new colour palette effortlessly reflects its lush surroundings.

Wilderness Jacana Credit: Wilderness Take a mokoro ride directly from camp, for the most tranquil way to become acquainted with the smaller fauna that abounds.

Your Stay

3 Nights

Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities

All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included

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Spoken Languages: English

No. Rooms: 5

Special Interests: Birding, Nature, Wildlife

Wilderness Little Vumbura | Kwedi Concession

This small, intimate camp embodies all that is best about the Okavango Delta – breathtaking beauty, remote, peaceful island location, abundant game and varied landscapes. Add in the warm hospitality of the people of this region – who are stakeholders in the ecotourism success story of the Okavango – and you have a winning (and beautiful) combination.

With access to varied, game-rich habitats, this six-tented camp nestles beneath the trees of an ancient island forest. A floating jetty connects land with water, and the wildlife experience can include sightings of sable, and African wild dog.

INSIDER'S TIP: Float along a crystal-clear Okavango waterway by mokoro as you scan for reed frogs and waterlilies.

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Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Take a boat trip to explore the beauty of the floodplains, deep waterways, and riverine and island woodlands.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Settle down with a book in the main area as you while away siesta time.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Heading for sundowners on a boating excursion

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Water-based activities are a key attraction in this beautiful corner of the Okavango Delta.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Spot wallowing hippos from your boat ride.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness During high season the floodplains are inundated, but game drives still deliver at every level.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Delightful little bee-eaters are common residents of wetlands.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The magic of a coffee stop on a morning game drive.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Waterlilies are a recurring theme on the Vumbura Concession.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Surprise tea stop in the bush.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Our qualified guides welcome the opportunity to share their bushlore on a walking safari.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The diversity of the Vumbura Concession makes it a photographer's paradise.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Brunch is a feast for all the senses.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The dining area showcases Little Vumbura's wonderful wild island setting.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Mealtimes celebrate delicious local and seasonal ingredients.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Round off brunch with an appetising cheese board.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Signature dishes use local produce such as ditloo (local black-eyed peas), marula fruits (high in vitamin C and antioxidants) and nutritious nuts.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Preparing the dining area for high tea

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The main area is configured around its natural surroundings.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Toasting another spectacular day on safari.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Early morning coffee and a slice of toast cooked over the fire.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Pre-dinner drinks and a catch-up on the day's adventures.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Our highly trained staff will rustle up your cocktail of choice.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The Star Deck is reached by a bridge leading off the dining area.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The magical setting of Little Vumbura's boma.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The traditional singing and dance performances on boma night will have guests on their feet to join in.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Happiness is contagious on boma night.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness View from a tented guest suite.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The wildlife is never much further than arm's length away.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Tented guest suite interior.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness Each well-appointed tent, decorated in soft neutral hues with touches of indigo, has a deck with sweeping vistas over the surrounding floodplain.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The spectacular views from a guest tent deck.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The enchanting nighttime setting for the guest tents.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness When the sun sets, the Delta magic comes into its own.

Wilderness Little Vumbura Credit: Wilderness The annually inundated grasslands of the Okavango Delta surrounding the camp are locally referred to as melapo.