A week in Okavango Delta
Experience Highlights
Over seven days in the Okavango, the Delta reveals itself in every form. From the sky, its waterways sparkle like a hidden treasure. On land, lions rest in the shade, elephants roam the channels, and hippos surface in chorus. Glide through mirrored lagoons in a mokoro, explore floodplains alive with wildlife, and pause on your deck as the light shifts across the water. Walk with expert guides to uncover the Delta’s secrets, track predators on night drives, and feel the rhythms of the bush under starlit skies. Each moment is alive, untamed, and unforgettable—a full immersion in Africa’s wild heart.
Day- Wise Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 | First Glimpse of the Delta
Your adventure begins with a light aircraft flight over the Okavango, a labyrinth of waterways glinting below. Touch down and head straight into the wild – lions lazing in the shade, elephants at the water’s edge, hippos surfacing in chorus. Evenings unfold with sundowners by the river, followed by starlit dinners as the Delta’s soundtrack rises around you.
Day 3 - 4 | The Waterways Come Alive
Glide silently through mirrored lagoons in a mokoro, where kingfishers dart and papyrus sways in the breeze. Explore the floodplains by motorboat or open vehicle, encountering herds of antelope, giraffes, and predators on the move. Afternoons drift at a gentler pace – rest, swim, or watch the waterways from your deck, before another golden-hour safari brings the day to a perfect close.
Day 5 - 6 | Walking the Wild
Step out on foot with expert guides and discover the Delta’s subtler stories, fresh tracks in the sand, medicinal plants, and the call of a distant fish eagle. As night falls, head out on a game drive under a canopy of stars, where leopards prowl and smaller nocturnal creatures reveal themselves. Each evening closes with lantern light, fine wine, and the sense of being part of something far greater than yourself.
Day 7 | Farewell to Eden
Slip into a mokoro, gliding silently through mirrored lagoons where kingfishers dart and papyrus sways in the breeze. By motorboat or open vehicle, explore floodplains alive with antelope, giraffe, and predators on the hunt. Afternoons slow to a softer rhythm with time to rest, swim, or watch the channels from your deck, before another golden-hour safari seals the day.
Activites
Game Drives
Big-cat conservation
Fly Camping
Bush Meals
Night Safaris
Balloon Safaris
Sundowner
Bush Walks
Cultural and Community Visits
Accommodation
Classic
Machaba Camp
Machaba Camp
Tucked into the riverine woodlands of Khwai, Machaba Camp feels timeless and grounded. Canvas tents, shaded by sycamore figs, reflect classic safari elegance. Light filters through the treetops onto polished floors layered with rugs, while the Khwai River flows quietly beyond. Open-sided communal spaces bring the Delta inside, and evenings gather around gentle fires beneath endless skies. At Machaba, warm hospitality meets the rhythm of the wild, offering a truly authentic safari experience.
Amenities
- Spacious tented suites with private verandas
- En-suite bathrooms with indoor & outdoor showers
- Swimming pool and lounge areas
- Dining under canvas or stars
- Spa & Wellness
- Laundry
Verney’s Camp
Verney’s Camp
Set in a private corner of the Khwai Concession, Verney’s Camp captures the spirit of a classic safari. Canvas tents shaded by tall mopane and leadwood trees open onto views of a waterhole where wildlife often gathers. The central lounge, dining areas, and firelit boma blend seamlessly with the bush, creating a natural flow between comfort and wilderness. With its quiet charm and rare seclusion, Verney’s offers a stay that feels both authentic and deeply personal.
Amenities
- Free Breakfast
- 8 tented suites with en-suite bathrooms
- Private decks facing floodplains
- Dining and lounge areas, campfire
- Game drives, mokoro safaris, walking safaris
- Fully stocked bar
- Laundry and Ironing Facilitie
Luxury
Chitabe Camp
Chitabe Camp
Set on a private island in the southern Okavango Delta, Chitabe Camp offers a rare blend of quiet elegance and deep connection to the wild. Eight spacious tents rise above the ground, each framing the ever-changing floodplains. The main lodge, designed to flow with the trees and light, feels open, inviting, and inseparable from the wilderness. At Chitabe, comfort and the wild exist side by side, inviting you to slow down and be fully present in every moment.
Amenities
- Eight luxury tents with private decks
- Swimming pool and library lounge
- En-suite bathrooms and outdoor showers
- Fine dining with Delta views
- Buffet Breakfast
- Laundry Facilities
- Spa & Wellness.
Khwai Lediba
Khwai Lediba
Resting along the banks of the Khwai River, Khwai Lediba captures the essence of the Okavango with a rare sense of intimacy. Elegant tented suites open onto views where elephants wander and giraffes drift by, blurring the line between wilderness and comfort. The camp breathes with the land, powered by the sun and shaped by its deep connection to the nearby Khwai Village. Here, every moment feels unhurried as mornings are touched by soft river light, afternoons are steeped in stillness, and evenings come alive with the quiet pulse of the delta.
Amenities
- Six luxury tented suites and one family suite with en-suite bathrooms
- Indoor and outdoor showers
- Swimming pool overlooking the Delta
- Elegant lounge, a quiet reading area, boutique shop and a Traditional boma with firepit
- Fully stocked bars
- Fireside gatherings and starlit bush dinners
- Day and night game drives, walking safaris, and mokoro excursions
- Library
Ultra Luxury
Mombo Camp
Mombo Camp
In the ‘Place of Plenty’ where the Okavango River splits into ribboned channels lies Mombo Camp, a sanctuary in the heart of world-class game country. Nine elegant tents rise slightly above the land beneath grand ebony and fig trees, offering sweeping views of floodplains alive with life. Spaces are open and light, blending canvas and wood while maintaining harmony with the wilderness. Here, wildlife becomes part of your morning routine rather than a spectacle, and the design blends into the landscape, inviting you to simply be present.
Amenities
- Ultra-spacious suites with plunge pools & verandas
- En-suite bathrooms with indoor/outdoor showers
- Wellness pavilion, gym, & spa treatments
- Fine dining and curated wine cellar
- Exclusive game drives with prolific big game
- Wi-Fi connectivity
Jao Camp
Jao Camp
Set on a private island within the vast Jao Concession, Jao Camp feels like an artful pause in the rhythm of the Delta. Each canvas tent and villa is arranged with thoughtful distance, raised on teak decks beneath leafy leadwood and ebony trees, offering sweeping views across riverine forests and shifting floodplains. The main lodge unfolds with soaring interiors, printed glass artwork, and hand-crafted furniture that bridges Balinese grace with Delta wildness. It is the kind of place that makes you feel both intimately connected to the bush and beautifully removed from everyday life.
Amenities
- Luxury villas with plunge pools & salas
- Expansive decks with floodplain views
- Spa, gym, and wellness treatments
- Fully stocked bar
- Mokoro excursions, boating, & walking safaris
Locations
Okavango Delta
Okavango Delta
The intricate channels and ever-changing islands of the Delta are home to a variety of species, from elephants and hippos to water-adapted lions and cheetahs. Over 400 bird species, including rare ones such as the Malachite Kingfisher, herons, and African fish eagles, grace its skies, making it a haven for birdwatchers.
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Payment Terms & Cancellation Policy
Payment Terms
Payment Terms
- All tours operate on 100% advance payment.
- 50% need to be paid at the time of booking, 25% is due 120 days prior to the trip start date and 25% 90 days prior.
- The preferred mode of payment is Bank Wire. All card transactions will incur a 3.5% service fee.
- Rates are subject to change and are not applicable for Christmas/New Years. Rates are valid for 2024 only. Rates for 2025 will incur a 10% hike.
- Any changes in government taxes and park/conservancy fees have to be borne by the guests.
- We reserve the right to revise any published costs without prior notice. However, confirmed bookings will be honoured.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- 50% is non-refundable once the payment is done.
- The remaining amount will be refunded if cancellation is done 120 days prior to the tour start dates. Between 90-120 days, 35% is refunded.
- No refund if cancellation is done between 0 – 90 days of the trip start date. Amendment in dates within 90 days from arrival is treated as a cancellation.
- Please note that the date of written communication (e-mail) of intent to cancel will be the date considered for the calculation of the cancellation fees.
- The cancellation amount is calculated as per the total booking amount and not as per the advance deposited.
- No refunds in case of refusal to use a service/activity mentioned in the itinerary.
- All refunds are processed minus bank charges.
