SANCTUARY CHIEF’S CAMP – MOREMI GAME RESERVE – OKAVANGO DELTA
Sanctuary Chief’s Camp is located in the Mombo Concession on Chief’s Island which is part of the Moremi Game Reserve within the heart of the Okavango Delta. The area is home to large herds of elephant and buffalo as well as over 500 bird species.
There are just 12 secluded, permanent luxury bush pavilions. The main deck area is split-level and offers expansive views over the floodplain while the lower level of the deck houses an exquisite swimming pool.
The decked lounge, dining area and fire pit all overlook expansive floodplains so that you can continue game viewing in camp. You can expect luxurious accommodion, personal service, an extraordinary setting, exceptional game viewing and enthusiastic expert guides!
LOCATION
Sanctuary Chief’s Camp is located in Mombo Concession of the Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta in northern Botswana. The camp is accessible by air which is around 20 minutes’ flight from Maun and has its own registered private airstrip located approximately 40 minutes game drive from the camp.
CAMP
The twelve airconditioned guest pavilions are nestled in a jackalberry and sausage tree wood that is characteristic of the area. The luxurious rooms all feature a four poster bed swathed in mosquito netting, a small seating area and private viewing deck overlooking the surrounding floodplains of the Okavango Delta.
The bathrooms have floor-to-ceiling windows and folding glass doors leading to outdoor showers and generous tubs are perfect for long, indulgent soaks. The rooms are equipped with a hairdryer, ceiling fan, in-room safe, emergency intercom, mosquito nets and minibar. Complimentary wireless internet access is available in all of the rooms of the camp.
All the main and public areas of the camp have been extensively refurbished in a ‘safari chic’ style including a newly designed bar and library area, the extension of the dining room and the addition of a pizza deck with pizza oven. A new orientation room where guests can learn more about the Delta before going on game drives has been added as well as a gym and kids playroom.
The spa treatment room features a separate waiting area, relaxing treatment area and en-suite facilities with an indoor and outdoor shower. It also has an outside rest area on the deck with great views over the floodplain. Electricity supply is a combination of silent packed generator and battery system.
NEW GEOFFREY KENT SUITE
Privacy and superlative comfort are assured from this beautifully appointed suite which sleeps up to six. Named after the explorer Geoffrey Kent and inspired by this award-winning photographer and polo-playing philanthropist’s intrepid travels, you can expect characterful interiors as well as a kitchen, indoor lounge, private boma and secluded deck areas. Included in the perks of this luxurious suite is superb service which includes your own vehicle and dedicated guide as well as a personal chef, waiter and a housekeeper.
WILDLIFE AND ACTIVITIES
Game drives – the camp’s expert guides are always on hand to share their wealth of wildlife knowledge as you explore the Delta in open 4 x 4 vehicles on morning and afternoon game drives. The game viewing opportunities at Sanctuary Chief’s Camp are superb thousands of antelope, zebra and buffalo who live in the area all year round. There are also healthy populations of wild dog, several local lion prides, leopards, genet cats and hyena are in abundance.
Mokoro Safaris – mokoros offer a different perspective of the bush in the company of a highly trained local guide. Each June the whole area around the camp floods and turns the Okavango Delta into a labyrinth of lily-filled lagoons and streams where hippos fight for bathing rights and crocodiles wait for unwary antelope to linger too long over a drink. Poling through the byways created by the floodwaters is a magical experience that allows you to get very close to game and to see the world from a totally different angle. As a change from a game drive the quiet, gentle pace of a mokoro is a real introduction to a way of transport still used in the Delta by the ‘river bushmen’ or BaYei people. This is a seasonal Activity.
Scenic Helicopter Flights – these scenic flights involve flying west towards the permanent delta to see areas which are unreachable by vehicle or boat to appreciate the sheer enormity of the Okavango Delta. There is the option of the doors being removed for unrestricted photographic opportunities. Choose between 30, 45 or 60 minute flights in a one turbine Bell Jetranger helicopter with 3 seats. This activity is offered on a year round basis. Being a personalised activity, it’s up to you what time of day you would like to do the activity however we would recommend early morning and late afternoon as this time usually provides the best light for photography. Preferred flight times can be requested on booking.
SANCTUARY BAINES CAMP IS OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND
THE CAMP WELCOMES FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGED 6 YEARS AND OVER. A PRIVATE VEHICLE MUST BE BOOKED FOR CHILDREN AGED 15 YEARS AND YOUNGER
Call +44 1386 830264 or Email [email protected]
Our expert staff are on-hand, happy to assist with any enquiry you have.