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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!

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.

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