Chief's Camp
Moremi Game Reserve - Okavango Delta, Botswana
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CHIEF'S CAMP
- MOREMI GAME RESERVE, OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA
Chief's Camp is a luxury bush lodge
situated on the northwest tip of Chief's Island in the exclusive Mombo
concession of the Moremi Game Reserve in
Botswana's Okavango Delta. This region is known as the “predator
capital” of Africa and is considered to have the finest game viewing
in Southern Africa. The area is home to the Big Five, with recently re-introduced
Rhino.
This elegant tented camp provides
an oasis of comfort in the heart of the Delta. Chief's Camp has been
so skillfully integrated into the landscape that guests can often
view game without even leaving camp. Shaded from the heat of the
day by a beautiful grove of Jackalberry trees, Chief's Camp is so
remote you'll feel like the only humans for miles and miles. Chief's
Camp is owned and operated by Sanctuary Lodges & Camps.
The camp is situated in what is termed
seasonal delta. The area is therefore seasonally inundated with floodwaters.
Generally, the floodwaters infiltrate the area in June/ July and remain
for a period of 4 to 5 months.
Accommodation 
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The camp was constructed
on a green-field site in an untrammeled area of the concession and been
open since September 1999. Although this camp
is remotely located in one of the world's most pristine corners, guests
do not sacrifice comfort for adventure.
Chief's Camp has twelve secluded,
permanent luxury bush pavilions (24 beds), each
with its own private viewing deck and en-suite bathroom. The guest
pavilions designed for ultimate privacy and comfort, and to offer you
a front row seat for this rich and rewarding African adventure. Each
room is equipped with a hairdryer, ceiling fan, in-room safe and emergency
intercom. The camp also provides a flashlight as well as complimentary
mosquito repellant & toiletries. Electricity, 240
volts, is supplied by a combination of silent packed generator and
battery system allowing 24-hour power supply.
The main lodge complex houses the
dining area, bar, curio shop, library and reception area. This
structure has been built into the existing landscape, under a heavy
canopy of mature Jackalberry, Sausage and
Rain trees. The boma is the setting for after dinner drinks by the
campfire. Hot and cold water, electricity, laundry services, and
sumptuous meals add up to an "out of this world" experience. The
main deck area is split-level and offers expansive views over the
floodplain to the north. The lower level of the deck houses an exquisite
swimming pool. A range of spa treatments are offered in a poolside treatment
sala (during peak season).
Activities
Game viewing opportunities
include daily excursions in open four-wheel-drive Land Cruisers, guided
walks and, in season, quiet mokoro (dugout canoe) trips along narrow
Delta channels during the flood season. Expert guides are always on hand
to offer a wealth of wildlife knowledge, to help you make the most of
these rare and wonderful opportunities.
Wildlife
Game viewing on Chief’s
Island is nothing short of spectacular at any given time. Apart
from its predators, the area is also renowned for its large concentrations
of plains game, elephant and buffalo. Since the camp opened, no less
than 52 different lion have been identified within a 9-kilometer radius
of the camp. Further, game-sighting statistics over the past twelve
months reveal that leopard have been spotted every 2 to 3 game drives.
Game-drives are conducted in custom built open vehicles,
which offer unencumbered views and individual seating. Game drives are
conducted early morning and late afternoon or as otherwise requested
(subject to availability). The accompanying professional guides are among
the best in Botswana.
Mokoro (dug-out canoe) excursions are
offered from July to October, water levels permitting. Excursions may
be taken in place of a game drive, or between
game drives. This is subject to availability.
In this "predator capital of Africa", Wild
Dog, Lion, Cheetah and Leopard abound, and guests enjoy exceptional opportunities
to interact with this amazing environment. The Mombo area is renowned
for its resident Wild Dog, Leopard, Cheetah and large prides of Lion,
plus prolific bird life. Recently, White Rhino have been introduced to
this concession, making it the only place in Botswana where these magnificent
animals can be seen in their natural habitat.
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