Camping In The Okavango Delta
Experience the Untamed Beauty of the Okavango Delta Through Immersive Mobile Camping Safaris
By a coincidence of geography and geology, Botswana has within its boundaries one of the world's great inland waterways, the Okavango Delta. The Okavango River drains water from the Angola highlands into a depression or trough which collects in a delta spreading over 10000 square kilometres. This is a happy accident because this area would otherwise be an arid desert-like much of the surrounding area.
It is also a happy accident for all the wildlife, providing the life-giving element of water and concentrating vast herds of game. All this happiness extends to the safari tourist who has the privilege and pleasure of seeing all these animals in a sublime and unique setting of water, islands, and savannah. For this safari visitor, there are many fantastic and luxurious camps to accommodate them. Mombo, Vumbura and Eagle Island camps are synonymous with the best safari accommodation available.
There is another way of seeing the Okavango, perhaps a more natural way which is closer to nature and a greater wilderness experience; mobile camping has been established in this area for decades. The great advantage is that you have your own personal safari driver and ranger who will stop at any interesting observation point for watching wildlife, or for a picnic or lunch or just to stretch your legs and at the end of the day, you will settle down to an already erected tented camp.
You will there enjoy meals prepared by some of the best safari cooks in the industry. The variety of food that these cooks prepare in a pit oven is truly amazing. Slumming it, you are certainly not. Sleeping in nature on a comfortable bed and mattress with the night stars and animals for company, you will awake with a camp servant bringing you fresh, warm towels and water.
On one memorable occasion, our own Nicky found she couldn't get to sleep as she was too excited by the noise of an elephant with a rumbling stomach who had settled by her tent.
This is the stuff of real safaris. The bonus for me was travelling by mokoro (dugout canoes) through an arm of the waterways and watching the game drink peacefully and in harmony with nature. Many people yearn for adventure yet in our busy urban lives do not have the skills or capacity to do their own camping safari. For them and for many others who just simply want an unhurried and natural safari experience, mobile camping is the answer.
Camping in the Okavango Delta
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Lodges And Camps In Botswana
Tuli Safari Lodge Mashatu
Tuli Safari Lodge Mashatu is a luxury safari lodge situated along the banks of the Limpopo River in the Mashatu Game Reserve and Tuli Block area of Botswana. It offers guests an exclusive African experience with its luxurious appointed interiors and only eight tented suites - each featuring a private wooden deck and breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness. Guests can relax in the tranquil setting of the lodge and take advantage of its swimming pool, star-gazing deck, hide and walking trails, or explore the nearby wildlife.
Mashatu Tent Camp
Mashatu Tent Camp is a luxurious safari destination situated in the heart of Botswana's Mashatu Game Reserve. This picturesque tented camp offers an African experience, combining home comforts and nature's sounds. Tent Camp consists of 8 Meru-style tented suites, each fully furnished with modern amenities and creature comforts, while the surrounding wilderness offers a range of activities, including night game drives, guided nature walks and bird watching. A stay of 3-5 nights is recommended for a truly unique African bushveld experience.
Koro River Camp
Koro River Camp is a luxurious safari lodge located in Botswana's Tuli concession area on the Limpopo River's banks. River Camp offers seven tented suites with private decks that provide captivating views of the surrounding wilderness and wildlife. Guests can take advantage of various safari activities, including game drives, bush walks and safaris and night drives and mountain biking with experienced guides to provide a unique safari experience. Koro River is the perfect escape for families, solo travellers or groups looking to explore Botswana'sBotswana's wild beauty in comfort and safety.
Koro Island Camp
Koro Island Camp is situated on the Central Tuli Block of Botswana and is only accessible by an intricate suspension bridge over the Limpopo River. It is a classic safari camp, offering only four en-suite Meru safari tents for guests to experience the true African wilderness in comfort. Guests can partake in various activities such as game drives, bird watching and walking trails, perfect for small groups of explorers. Experience the wonders of nature in an unforgettable escape at Koro Island Camp!
Mashatu Euphorbia Villas
Mashatu Euphorbia Villas is a luxurious oasis in Botswana's world-renowned Mashatu Game Reserve. This luxurious safari lodge consists of just eight secluded villas crafted from local raw materials, offering guests an unforgettable experience amidst the stunning beauty of the Botswana bushveld. The lodge has implemented state-of-the-art solar energy and water treatment systems in keeping with its commitment to sustainability. Enjoy captivating safari activities or relax in the tranquillity of this remote hideaway for a truly unique experience.
Mashatu Lodge
The luxurious Mashatu Lodge is located in the heart of Botswana's Mashatu Game Reserve. The Lodge features just 14 luxury suites, each with modern amenities and creature comforts to ensure an unforgettable safari experience. Guests can enjoy a variety of activities while staying at Mashatu, from game walks to cultural tours and night drives. With its lush landscape and diverse wildlife, Mashatu Lodge is the perfect destination for a truly unique African safari experience.
Planet Baobab
Welcome to the quirky Planet Baobab Lodge in Botswana, close to the famed Makgadikgadi National Park, where you'll find yourself amongst ancient baobab trees and some of the best desert wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa. Here you can enjoy game drives, safari walks, quad biking, and much more! The accommodation options, excellent service, and numerous amazing safari activities make Planet Baobab a top destination for safaris. Simply put, if you are on more of a budget, look no further than Planet Baobab.
Meno a Kwena
A hidden gem of a camp perched on a rocky clifftop above the Boteti River and overlooking the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. If you're looking for an amazing safari experience that is off the beaten path, Meno a Kwena should be at the top of your list. Whether you're a fan of wildlife viewing or just want to relax and take in the amazing night stars, Meno a Kwena Camp is definitely worth considering for your next safari in Botswana.