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Okavango Explorers Camp Botswana

Okavango Explorers Camp, located in Botswana's Selinda Reserve, welcomes travellers to go on a safari tour reminiscent of the continent's historical explorers. The camp, located at the crossroads of the upper Okavango Delta and the famed Selinda Spillway, provides access to two iconic wildlife-rich environments.

The 130,000-hectare Selinda Reserve, selected for its abundance of predator sightings and elephant gatherings, is home to spectacular concentrations of various species, including lions, leopards, wild dogs, and over 9,000 elephants in the dry season. Okavango Explorers Camp's 1920s-style exploration concept combines the charm of the past with the excitement of current adventure, guaranteeing a safari experience full of romance, discovery, and amazing animal encounters.

Lodge Details

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Okavango Explorers Camp Location

  • Located in the Selinda Reserve, where the upper Okavango Delta meets the Selinda Spillway.
  • The Selinda reserve is home to many wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, wild dogs, and hippos, offering exceptional game viewing opportunities.
  • The reserve features a stunning mix of riverine forests, floodplains, and savannas
  • With a limited number of lodges and camps, Selinda Reserve offers an exclusive and uncrowded safari experience, ensuring a more intimate experience
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Okavango Explorers Camp Accommodation & Facilities

  • 6 rooms offering comfortable and modern accommodations that recreate the spirit of 1920s African adventure
  • The camp offers large and well-appointed tented accommodations that combine classic safari charm with modern facilities.
  • Guests may relax in thelounge area, eat in the beautiful dining tent, or sit by the campfire beneath the huge African sky.
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Activities at Okavango Explorers Camp

  • Experience the Selinda Reserve's diverse wildlife, including lions, leopards, and elephants, in both early morning, evening and night-time safaris.
  • Explore the surrounding wilderness up close with expert guides, offering a deeper understanding of the local flora and fauna.
  • Glide through the delta’s waterways in mokoros (traditional dugout canoes) for a serene and unique perspective of the landscape.
  • Traverse the Selinda Spillway to observe the delta’s aquatic environment and wildlife.
  • Set about on foot or on a game drive to spot and identify a wide range of bird species in their natural habitat.
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Dining at Okavango Explorers Camp

Dining at Okavango Explorers Camp features Botswana's finest ingredients. Enjoy fresh, locally sourced meals in the atmospheric dining tent or under the African sky. From hearty breakfasts to exquisite dinners, each dish is crafted to delight your senses and enhance your safari experience. Warm hospitality and exceptional service make dining here a memorable highlight of your African adventure.

Morning Meals:

  • Breakfast: Continental spread with fresh fruits, yogurts, sweet and savory options, and hot dishes.
  • Brunch: Custom hot meals, accompanied by your choice of eggs, ready upon return from the morning game drive.

Daytime Delights:

  • Lunch: Delicious mix of fresh salads, meats, fish, and vegetables.
  • Teatime: Homemade lemonade or iced tea with sweet and savory cakes and snacks, perfect before your evening game drive.

Evening Indulgence:

  • Sundowners: Drinks of your choosing and light, homemade snacks in the bush.
  • Dinner: Winter soups, Michelin-star-quality mains, tantalizing desserts with an incredible hand-crafted wine list.
  • By the fire: Expect incredible handmade cocktails or drinks designed for you byt the fire as you relive the amazing sights of the day.
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Okavango Explorers Camp Rates start at $1,550 per person per night

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We adore Okavango Explorers Camp because of its amazing position within Botswana's Selinda Reserve, which provides access to varied habitats teaming with animals. The camp's strategic location at the intersection of the upper Okavango Delta and the Selinda Spillway provides unparalleled game viewing opportunities, including sightings of iconic predators such as lions and leopards, as well as large herds of elephants, particularly during the dry season, when over 9,000 elephants congregate along the river system.