Oddballs Camp Travel Guide

Free Guide: Experience the Okavango Delta's untouched beauty with walking safaris and mokoro excursions at this rustic, eco-friendly camp on Chief's Island.

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Experience the Okavango Delta's untouched beauty with walking safaris and mokoro excursions at this rustic, eco-friendly camp on Chief's Island.

Oddballs' Camp, nestled on the edge of Chief's Island in the heart of the Okavango Delta, offers an immersive and rustic safari experience. With a focus on walking safaris and mokoro excursions, this low-impact eco-lodge provides an intimate connection with the African bush.

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JXVF+6F3, On The Edge of Chief's Island, Okavango Delta
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Air Travel

Oddballs' Camp is primarily accessed by light aircraft. Flights typically originate from Maun (approximately 20 minutes) or Kasane (approximately 50 minutes). Upon arrival at the airstrip, a personal guide will meet and escort you to the camp. Pre-booking flights is essential.

Mokoro

From the airstrip, the final approach to Oddballs' Camp often involves a mokoro ride, depending on water levels and camp logistics. Your guide will navigate you through the waterways to the camp. This provides an immediate immersion into the Okavango Delta's unique environment. This transfer is typically included in the camp fees.

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Oddballs' Camp is located on the edge of Chief's Island, deep within the Okavango Delta, bordering the Moremi Game Reserve. This unique location offers guests an extraordinary value-for-money experience in a remote and pristine wilderness. The camp distinguishes itself with its emphasis on guided walking safaris and traditional mokoro (dug-out canoe) excursions, providing a tranquil and personal connection with the African bush.The camp accommodates guests in elevated, open-air safari tents set on wooden decks, offering scenic views of the Okavango Delta. Each tent features comfortable bedding, storage, and en-suite outdoor showers with hot and cold running water. The central lounge and bar areas serve as social hubs, while a viewing deck provides a perfect vantage point for watching sunsets and observing wildlife.Activities at Oddballs' Camp are designed to immerse guests in the natural environment. Guided walking safaris on Chief's Island offer the chance to encounter wildlife up close, while mokoro trips provide a peaceful way to explore the delta's waterways. For a more adventurous experience, guests can embark on overnight mokoro camping trails, venturing deeper into the wilderness. The camp's commitment to low-impact tourism ensures a sustainable and eco-friendly experience, preserving the beauty of the Okavango Delta for future generations.Chief's Island itself is the largest island in the Okavango Delta, formed by a fault line that uplifted the area. Historically, it served as the local chief's hunting preserve and is now a protected area teeming with wildlife. The island's diverse habitats, including floodplains, waterways, mopane woodlands, and acacia forests, support a rich array of animal and birdlife.

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