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Kwando Little Kwara Camp

Little Kwara overlooks a winding lagoon in the northern part of the Okavango Delta, within the magnificent 1,700km2 Kwara concession which borders the Moremi Game Reserve. Such a location has enabled wildlife populations to thrive within the undisturbed habitats of the private reserve, facilitating a host of bountiful game viewing activities and excursion opportunities. The ultimate Kwando safari experience is comprised of a variety of land and water-based activities, each offering a unique and riveting account of the Okavango landscape. The variety of game viewing activities, motorised boat and mokoro excursions, bird watching, star gazing, fishing and in-camp facilities are sure to satisfy the most avid safari enthusiasts, including the sumptuous range of cuiseen and all-inclusive beverages that make for a well-rounded and wholly satisfying experience. Being a small camp, Little Kwara it lends itself perfectly to honeymooners or to small groups who can essentially occupy the entire camp.

Kiri Camp

Kiri Camp owes its name to the Kiri channel which flows passed the island on which the camp is situated – between the Boro River and the Kiri River, about 20km’s south-west of Chiefs Island. The camp is raised on wooden decks, providing astonishing vistas over the expansive Kiri floodplains which stretch out north of the camp. Kiri Camps luxury tented units benefit from their location beneath the surrounding ebony forest, facilitating cool and airy accommodation shaded from the extremes of midday heat. Both standard and family size en-suite tents accommodate a maximum of 24 total guests, ensuring an intimate stay for all. Kiri Camp benefits from its unique location within the NG32 Concession, not only for the bountiful game viewing and water-bound activities inherent to its location, but for the additional activities permitted to the private concession such as spotlight lit evening game drives.

Gomoti Private Camp

Gomoti Private Camp is situated within a community run concession within the NG32 area on the edge of the Gomoti river system south-east of the Okavango Delta. Unlike its sister camp Gomoti Plains Camp, Gomoti Private is available for exclusive bookings only. The area is known for its large concentrations of wildlife which thrive on the Gomoti plains and waterways, considered to be among the most bountiful and consistent areas for wildlife sighting in Northern Botswana. Gomoti trees line the waterways and provide excellent cover for nesting water birds such as herons and storks.

Jao Camp

Camp Jao offers a truly unique and well rounded safari experience, utilising the surrounding Okavango landscape to its maximum potential with a host of exciting activities. Accommodation is built from locally sourced and recyclable materials, luxurious by even the highest standards, with an array of modern furnishings and lavish features such as a private plunge pool and air-conditioning. All inclusive food and beverages will keep you lavishly sustained while embarking on a host of land, sea and air based game viewing activities, while in-camp facilities such as a bar, pool, spa, gym and library will keep you thoroughly occupied in-between. Complimentary internet access is available in-camp, and families with children age 13 and older are warmly welcome.

Chitabe Lediba

Chitabe Lediba shares the same island as its closely situated parent camp Chitabe Camp, all be it with a smaller, more intimate presence, making it the ideal destination for small groups and families. Lediba – once a lagoon, is now a watering hole frequented by scores of exotic game and wildlife, providing an optimum location for casual game viewing. Beyond the camp, Okavango and Kalahari landscapes merge to form rich and varied habitats. Five guest tents comprise the total accommodation at Chitabe Camp, two of which are family tents, all decorated and furnished in a classical yet intricate safari style.

Gomoti Plains Camp

Gomoti Plains Camp is situated within a community run concession within the NG32 area on the edge of the Gomoti river system southeast of the Okavango Delta. The Gomoti tree is locally known as the water fig and grows alongside waterways in the Okavango delta. It’s a smallish tree which sometimes grows no bigger than a bush. The area is known for its large concentrations of wildlife which thrive on the Gomoti plains and waterways, considered to be among the most bountiful and consistent areas for wildlife sighting in all Northern Botswana. Gomoti trees line the waterways and provide excellent cover for nesting water birds such as herons and storks. The camp has 10 luxury tents which include 2 luxury family tents and 8 luxury double tents, all with en-suite bathrooms and shower facilities.

Chitabe Camp

Chitabe’s location places it at the heart of a diverse and intricate array of habitats, resulting in Chitabe being one of the most renown territories in all of Botswana. Experienced, passionate guides are inspired by the intricate and dynamic landscapes to deliver wildlife experiences few other locations can hope to match. Eight elevated, Meru-style guest tents provide the ultimate in luxury safari accommodation, while a stroll along the elevated boardwalks connecting them to the main area is a safari experience in and of itself. Day and night drives and guided walks showcase the varied wildlife and landscapes of the Okavango margins.

Tongole Wilderness Lodge

Nestled in the unspoilt beauty of Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve is Tongole Wilderness Retreat, a luxury lodge on the bank of the Bua River. Within the serenity of the open-air private suites you can slumber in the wild and reconnect to nature at its finest. Across the many miles of reserve you can spot elephants, lions, buffalo and many more animals as they trek the verdant forests and mountains that surround you. Listen to the birdsong, canoe peacefully along the river, and relax back at the pool overlooking the water – this retreat can help you find peace in a place where nature runs the show. Dine on gourmet meals, explore the vast wilderness and truly escape into Malawi’s largest and most unspoilt wildlife reserve.

Chelinda Lodge

Located within the Nyika National Park in northern Malawi, Chelinda Lodge offers you a luxurious safari experience within the peaceful, undisturbed landscape of the Nyika Plateau. Nyika is Swahili for hinterland, a wilderness unlike any other, and this ecosystem offers you an abundance of animal and plant life to marvel at. Take a game drive out into the grassland and spot zebras and antelope, or take part in a night drive and see if you can find the elusive leopards – many people do! At Chelinda Lodge, they have perfectly balanced the rugged wilderness with luxurious elements, like their fantastic gourmet dinners. No two days are the same; choose to venture out over the highlands on mountain bikes, or laze around the forest on the lodge’s doorstep. Within the beauty of Nyika National Park, nature is abundant, just as the opportunity to explore it is too.

Lemala Wildwaters Lodge

In a truly unique location, surrounded by the rushing waters of the River Nile sits Lemala Wildwaters Lodge. Nestled within a wild rainforest the lodge feels solitary and private, allowing guests to immerse themselves within nature. The suites feel modern, yet authentic and traditional, with handcrafted furniture, comfortable beds and a muted colour palette which keeps attention focused on the stunning surroundings. Each room comes with its own private balcony which comes complete with a freestanding bathtub, where guests can soak and relax, listening to the water rush past them. Spending time on the water is also the main activity at Wildwaters, with white water rafting, kayaking or a Nile cruise all exciting ways to explore this section of the river.