Sanctuary Stanley's Camp, Moremi Game Reserve Travel Guide

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Experience luxury and adventure in Botswana's Okavango Delta at Sanctuary Stanley's Camp, offering unforgettable wildlife encounters and immersive safari activities.

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Sanctuary Stanley's Camp offers an intimate safari experience in the heart of Botswana's Okavango Delta. Nestled on a private concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve, this luxury tented camp provides exceptional wildlife viewing and immersive activities in a pristine wilderness setting.

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NG/42 Okavango Kopano Mokoro Community Trust, Botswana, Maun, BW
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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Sanctuary Stanley's Camp.

Pack light, as luggage restrictions on flights to the camp are strictly enforced (20kg in a soft-sided bag).
Pre-book the elephant interaction experience, as it's a popular activity with limited availability.
Visit during the dry season (May to September) for the best wildlife viewing and mokoro excursion opportunities.
Bring insect repellent, especially during the rainy season, as mosquitoes can be prevalent.
Take advantage of the camp's library to learn more about the Okavango Delta's ecosystem and wildlife.

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Getting There

Air Transfer

The most common way to reach Sanctuary Stanley's Camp is via a short flight from Maun Airport (MUB). Several airlines, including Mack Air, offer shuttle flights to the camp's private airstrip. These flights typically cost between US$220 and US$260 per person, each way. Upon arrival at the airstrip, a representative from Sanctuary Stanley's Camp will transfer you to the camp. Note that luggage is restricted to 20kg per person in a soft duffel-type bag.
Mokoro Excursion

For a final approach with a traditional touch, arrange a mokoro excursion. Starting from a designated poling station, a skilled local poler will guide you through the waterways of the Okavango Delta in a traditional dugout canoe. A half-day mokoro excursion typically costs between $30-$50 per person. Your lodge can arrange transportation to and from the poling station.

Discover more about Sanctuary Stanley's Camp

Sanctuary Stanley's Camp is a luxurious safari lodge located in a 260,000-acre private concession on the southern tip of Chief's Island in the Okavango Delta. Bordering the Moremi Game Reserve, the camp offers guests an unforgettable opportunity to experience the magnificent wildlife and pristine surroundings of this unique area.The camp features classically styled tents raised on wooden platforms, each with a private deck, hammock, and en-suite bathroom. The tents are designed with fine furnishings and African antiques, evoking the atmosphere of a 19th-century colonial explorer's camp. Guest areas provide expansive views over the surrounding floodplains, and a swimming pool offers a refreshing escape from the midday sun.Sanctuary Stanley's Camp provides a range of activities to explore the Okavango Delta. Guests can enjoy game drives in open-sided 4x4 vehicles, walking safaris with experienced guides, and mokoro excursions on the Delta's waterways. One of the camp's unique offerings is the opportunity to interact with elephants, learning about their history, behavior, and the challenges they face.The camp is accessible by air, with flights from Maun taking approximately 15 minutes and flights from Kasane taking about 90 minutes. The camp is a 20-minute drive from Sanctuary Stanley's Camp's private airstrip.