Sanctuary Baines' Camp: An Intimate Okavango Delta Escape
Experience an intimate and luxurious safari in the heart of Botswana's Okavango Delta at Sanctuary Baines' Camp.
Sanctuary Baines' Camp is a luxurious and intimate safari camp located on the Boro River in a private concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta. Named after the 19th-century explorer and painter Thomas Baines, the camp offers a unique blend of adventure and relaxation in one of the world's most biodiverse ecosystems. The camp features just five luxurious suites, each set on elevated platforms to provide panoramic views of the delta's floodplains. The suites are designed with eco-friendly materials, including recycled aluminum cans, and offer a seamless blend with the surrounding nature. Each suite includes a mobile four-poster bed that can be wheeled onto a private deck for a night under the stars, an en-suite bathroom with an open-air shower and star bath, a ceiling fan, a mini-bar, and an in-room safe. The camp's communal areas include a lounge, a dining area, and a rim-flow pool where guests can relax and enjoy the stunning views. Meals are served in the open air, offering a romantic and immersive dining experience. Activities at Sanctuary Baines' Camp include morning and afternoon game drives, night drives, mokoro excursions, walking safaris, and motorboat safaris. A unique 'Living with Elephants' experience is also available. Sanctuary Baines' Camp is committed to sustainability and conservation. The camp uses eco-friendly materials and operates with minimal environmental impact. A portion of the camp's revenue supports local communities and wildlife conservation projects in the Okavango Delta.
Local tips
- Take advantage of the mobile four-poster beds and sleep under the stars on your private deck.
- Enjoy a mokoro excursion for a serene and intimate way to view wildlife up close.
- Participate in the 'Living with Elephants' experience for an unforgettable encounter with rescued elephants.
- Pack light, as luggage restrictions apply for flights to the camp.
A brief summary to Sanctuary Baines Camp
- 19.582238, 23.217490 NG/32 Okavango Kopano Mokoro Community Trust Okavango Delta, BW
- +27114384650
Getting There
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Air Transfer
The most common way to reach Sanctuary Baines' Camp is via a light aircraft transfer from Maun (MUB), Kasane (BBK), or other Okavango Delta camps. These flights land at the camp's private airstrip. Transfers to and from the airstrip are included in the rates. Luggage is restricted to 20kg per person in a soft-sided bag.
