Your Short Fly-in Delta Waterways Safari Experience
Named after the indigenous Gomoti trees that line the waterways, providing shade for local animals and cover for nesting water birds such as herons and stork, your camp is a chic, modern camp that pairs perfectly with the beauty of the natural surrounds, as well as the diversity of Okavango Delta safari activities.
Nestled into this evergreen, riverine woodland, the main area of the camp comprises of a canvas-covered lounge and dining room built on slightly raised wooden decks overlooking a shallow lagoon on the Gomoti River. Typically, dining takes place outside under the shade during lunch time or right under the stars at night. The decor is clean and elegant in its simplicity, while outside, expect to discover the communal campfire ringed by comfy camp chairs, the perfect place for enjoying the natural surrounds, refreshing drink in hand.
Why We Love it and You Will Too
- Predator viewing here is top-notch, especially out on 4x4 game drives, with a decent chance of seeing wild dogs, cheetah, leopards, hyenas and lions.
- Experience the Okavango in all its glory cruising the waterways on motorboat and mokoro (a traditional dug-out canoe).
- Take it easy. Relax out on your private deck and soak up your front row view of the Gomoti River, filled with fantastic bird life.
- Dine under the stars (weather permitting). Meals served at the camp restaurant is a stunning mix of local cuisine with some in good old fashioned home-style cooking. We call this “bushfare”.
- You might be here to escape everyday life but the complimentary WiFi might come in handy for posting a pic or two online for friends and family.
- Nip over to the pool area in between game viewing activities. This is especially ideal after a long day out and about.
- Make use of the laundry service- you’ll be amazed at how much dust you can bring back with you, after ambling out on 4x4s. This service, along with the private safari vehicles for hire, are especially handy for families.
Your Okavango Delta Accommodation
At your lodge the spacious tents (including family units which can sleep up to four) sit raised on wooden decks overlooking the Gomoti River. Each is decorated in a classic safari style with straight canvas lines, comfortable double beds with crisp, white linen and organic, earthy tones.
Each room features a shaded front timber deck which together with the floor-to-ceiling mesh sides, allow sweeping views of the outdoor surrounds, and welcome a cooling breeze. The en-suite bathrooms offer twin basins, with indoor and outdoor showers. There is also electricity available for charging your electronics.
Short Fly-in Delta Waterways Safari Activities
There is a full spectrum of activities available for adventure-seekers - from game drives (day and night) in open Land Cruisers to getting out on the water on a traditional mokoro. Both are peaceful and exhilarating, offering you the chance to see hippos and crocodiles (from a motorboat) lurking in the river. You can even try your hand at a spot of fishing.
Last but not least, walking safaris will encourage you to use all of your senses as your tracker-guide leads you through the too-often unnoticed world of plants, trees, reptiles and insects. These leisurely walks are conducted in the morning with armed guides, depending on the weather.
Getting There
Your Short Fly-in Delta Waterways Safari lodge is situated on one of the smaller flood plains along the Gomoti River system in the Okavango Delta. It is a 15 – 20 minute charter flight from Maun, a 50 - 60 minute charter flight from Kasane. There is a 30 minute drive from the airstrip to camp but this can vary if water levels are high. There is also the option of inter-camp flight transfers.
Included
- Return flights on a light aircraft between Maun and airstrip
- Return road transfers between airstrip and your lodge
- Tented accommodation with en-suite bathroom, inside and outside shower, flush toilet and his and hers basins
- Raised on a wooden deck with views over the Gomoti River
- All meals and snacks
- Select local branded drinks including teas, coffees, bottled water, soft drinks, juices, spirits, house wines and beers
- Off-road game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles
- Night game drives offering you a glimpse into the nocturnal bush life
- Walking safaris with experienced and armed rangers, offering you an intimate encounter with nature and wildlife
- Mokoro (dug-out canoe) excursions that are poled by a local poler (water level dependent)
- Light laundry service
- Park and conservation fees
Not Included
- Premium branded drinks
- All other optional extras to be settled direct
