Your Short Fly-in Okavango Safari Experience
Game viewing is rich all year and expect to witness elephants, buffalo, hippo, lechwe, giraffe tsessebe, lechwe and other antelope species grazing on the rich grasses, while leopard, lion, wild dog and cheetah are never too far behind. Game drives and mokoro rides are the perfect activities to fully engage with this this beautiful area, while your Okavango Delta accommodation at Rra Dinare Camp will not disappoint.
Here, stilted tents are raised above the water, encouraging panoramic views of the Gomoti River flood plains. This ‘treehouse’ glamping experience features meandering bridged walkways to the main thatched boma area, which contains a lounge, perfect for unwinding between activities; a swimming pool to cool down in, and an inviting bar for customary sundowners.
Overall the camp features a simple, traditional safari theme with understated decor, and subtle African furnishings in the interiors.
Why We Love it and You Will Too
- A built-in fireplace on the main wooden balcony creates the a perfect ambience for storytelling under the African night sky.
- Close to Okavango, Moremi, and overlooking the Gomoti River, this location will reward you with enchanting views which you can experience from your raised treehouse tents.
- Watch animals visiting the permanent watering hole - kudu, wildebeest, springbok, lion, cheetah, jackal, warthog and hundreds of birds.
- Take it easy after lunch and cool off in the pool with an impressive view over the Gomoti River, or arrange for the lodge's masseuse to administer some added spa therapy.
- Max out on time in the bush with both day and night game drives in the 270 square-kilometre (67,000-acre) private concession.
- During the flood season a boat ride on the Gomoti River is a must. From here you can experience an unusual take on the animals. Come eye-to-eye with a wading buffalo, malachite kingfishers perched in the drooping reeds and witness elephants bathe and play.
Okavango Safari Accommodation
Short Fly-in Okavango Safari lodge features 8 luxury tents dotted along the river and floodplain. For added intimacy they are generously set apart while offering spectacular views of the surrounding bush. Each rustic tent features an en-suite bathroom, a spacious lounge area and private veranda- ideal for ‘armchair’ nature gazing.
Classic furnishings and decor create a home-away-from-home feeling. These authentic tents strike just the right balance between hotel comfort and safari simplicity, paired with warm, down-to-earth African hospitality.
Short Fly-in Okavango Safari Activities
There is daily schedule of activities, with a focus on day and night 4x4 game drives which are conducted with a maximum of 6 passengers, ensuring everyone has an optimal game viewing and photographing experience.
Depending on the season, you can head off on guided walks with experienced tracker-guides or opt for traditional mokoro or thrilling motorboat excursions, including a spot of fishing. Avid birders can look out for rare Pel’s fishing-owl, African skimmer, greater swamp warbler, wattled crane, bateleurs, vivid kingfishers and many more.
Getting There
Your lodge is set adjacent to the Moremi Game reserve on south eastern side of the Okavngo Delta, overlooking the Gomoti River. An airstrip services this camp and is approximately 20 minutes away by road transfer. A chartered flight from Maun takes approximately 20 minutes from Maun or 80 minutes from the town of Kasane in Botswana.
Included
- Return flights between Maun Airport and airstrip
- Return road transfers between airstrip and your lodge
- Spacious tented suite with en-suite bathroom and private game viewing deck overlooking the Gomoti River floodplains
- All meals and snacks
- Selection of local drinks including house wines, beers, bottled water, juices, soft drinks, tea and coffees
- Morning game drives in open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle accompanied by professional guides and trackers
- Afternoon on and off-road game drives that last until after dark, offering you a glimpse into the nocturnal bush
- Sundowner drinks and snacks at a scenic location in the bush
- Seasonal water activities exploring the surrounding Okavango channels (water level and weather dependent)
- Light laundry service
- Park and conservation fees
Not Included
- Optional activities
- Premium branded drinks and all other extras to be settled direct
