Vintage Camp
Khwai Community Area (bordering the Moremi Game Reserve)
With its perfect location on the fabled Khwai River, on the eastern edge of the Okavango Delta in one of the richest wildlife regions of Botswana, Vintage Camp oozes old-world safari charm. Completely secluded with its own dedicated staff catering to your every need, this is how the Victorian explorers “did” safari – in style! At Vintage Camp safari can be filled with as much, or as little as you like. You set the pace and choose whether to get out and explore or sit back and relax. We always recommend a bit of both! From guided walking safaris to soaring above the Okavango Delta in a helicopter, exploring the legendary wilderness around the Khwai River in a myriad ways is the essence of the safari adventure of a lifetime… Spacious and romantic, the camp’s eight bell tents take “glamping” to new levels. All have luxurious king or twin beds, with fluffy down duvets and feather pillows and plush mattresses. Add in rugs, butler trays, Victoriana-style pot plants and swish cane furniture and you have all the modern comforts with oodles of vintage style. Each tent has its own en-suite bathroom with a basin, flushing toilet and large bucket shower which is filled with warm water when……
you need it. A small wooden deck in front of each tent has two comfortable safari chairs for relaxation and an amenity station with a basin that's filled with warm water each morning so you can refresh yourself before heading out on a morning game drive. There are also two family tents each with two inter-leading bedrooms - one with a king size bed and one with twin beds - and a shared bathroom.
Early morning and afternoon/evening game drives are offered every day and give you the opportunity to explore the region around the camp and along the Khwai River, one of the most prolific wildlife regions in Botswana. This area is renowned for its high concentrations of predators like lion and leopard, huge herds of elephant and buffalo.
Walking safaris in Botswana are completely different to game drives. It’s a great way to appreciate the smaller wildlife, which can’t be so easily seen from a vehicle, as well as to experience the buzz of being out with the big game. Exploring on foot gives you the chance to properly immerse yourself in the wilderness, connecting you directly to the planet beneath your feet and the environment around you. The guided walks are all about appreciating the smaller things so often overlooked on game drives - the plants and animals that otherwise go unnoticed. You learn as you go, and are often treated to sightings of iconic wildlife species along the way.
A mokoro ride in the Delta is an absolute "must-do" activity among guests who travel to Botswana. Some people describe a mokoro trip as one of the most peaceful experiences they have had. It is an opportunity to fully experience the sounds and sights of nature without running the risk of scaring off animals with a motor. It is a highly recommended expedition for photographers. Gliding through the perennial channels of the Okavango Delta in a mokoro - a traditional "dug-out" canoe - has to be one of the highlights of a visit to Vintage Camp. Water levels are consistent all year round and not dependent on the annual inundation, this is a wonderful way to see hippos, elephants and buffalos and phenomenal bird life.
The camp also offers boat-based activities when the water levels allow, cruising the deeper waters of the Khwai River and its channels and lagoons, stopping on islands for refreshments and birding/fishing as we go.
Taking to the skies over the Okavango Delta in a helicopter gives you a fresh appreciation of the magnitude of this phenomenal African wilderness. Flying low enough to spot game and take photographs from the air, these flights also give you the opportunity to see areas that are otherwise completely inaccessible.
AT A GLANCE
- 8 luxury bell tents
- 2 luxury two bedroomed family bell tents
- En-suite bathroom with running water, flush toilets and bucket showers
- Spa
- Exclusive location on the edge of the Khwai River
- The magnificent Khwai River is the hub for some of the most outstanding wildlife viewing both on the Moremi and in the Khwai area. Species to be viewed include elephant, buffalo, zebra, lion, leopard, cheetah, wild dog, giraffe, eland, sable, hippo, hyena and various other nocturnal species.
- Early morning, afternoon & night game drives
- Boating, fishing, and mokoro (canoe) excursions
- Birdwatching
- Walking safaris with armed guides
- Helicopters flips
- All Inclusive: 3 meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beer, safari activities
- Solar power, back-up generator power & in-room charging facilities
