Situated in the wilderness paradise of Okavango Delta is the luxurious, African vintage style camp, Duba Plains Camp, Botswana. If you’re seeking to truly connect with the breathtaking nature of Africa, this camp and its conservationist camp owners Derek and Beverly Joubert welcome you to experience the beating heart of the reserve’s vibrant wilderness.
Why you'll love it here
- Stay in the heart of the wildlife-rich Okavango Delta set on a private, remote reserve
- Bask in the vintage luxury of the intimate camp, comprised of five carefully designed tents and a suite
- Enjoy exceptional game viewing all-year round with Duba Plains
- Experience African wonders with camp owners Derek and Beverly Joubert, National Geographic filmmakers, conservationists, and explorers
Nicola
Travel Specialist
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- Private transfers to and from your hotel
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Full accommodation information
Hotel information
As a proud member of Relais & Châteaux and part of the Great Plains Reserve-Colllection, this eco-friendly camp takes careful measures to ensure you have the most spectacular safari experience. Their suites and main camp are elevated on recycled railway sleeper decking, perfect for you to see the wildlife pass beneath you from the comfort of your private deck. Your suites are carefully designed to blend into the land for better chance of seeing the parading animals below.
Your suite is a perfect blend of 1920’s African décor and superb contemporary facilities from indulgent bathtubs to a welcoming plunge pool on your veranda. The main guest area is yours to unwind in with fellow African Safari lovers. Discuss your breathtaking findings of the day and feast on a delicious al fresco meal from the interactive kitchen, or relax with a drink in the cosy lounge area.
Your safari guide will be taking you to explore the wildlife that lives around the camp. From the predatory lions and leopards to the buffalo and lechwe, you won’t be short of fascinating encounters. Either by a 4x4 safari vehicle, a motorboat, mekoro, or by foot, your days will be filled with the renowned safari activities provided by Duba Plains.
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Duba Plains Camp & Suites
This camp is made up of five luxurious suites, nestled on a private 33,000-hectare reserve in the northern Okavango Delta. Your encounter with the dense wildlife is elevated here, as the camp is carefully designed to blend into the landscape and elevated on decking to watch the animals roam below. From within, the vintage African interior comes to life as you unwind from your adventure-filled day soaking in your bathtub. Cool off under your shaded sala or private plunge pool.Facilities/Amenities
- Gym
- Spa
- Swimming Pool
- Lounge/Diner
- Game Drives
- Boat
Restaurants & Bars
Duba Plains Camp Dining
At the heart of the camp is a communal dining area raised on decking, perfect for refuelling with a lively view of your surroundings and parading wildlife. Enjoy and interactive kitchen and al fresco dining beneath the towering ebony trees of the forest and pair your dinner with a delicious wine from the cellar.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Activities & Entertainment
Wildlife & Safari
In the heart of Botswana’s wilderness, your wildlife adventures can’t get any more extraordinary. The Duba Plains Camp is well-renowned for the unbelievable wildlife activities that they provide, with a wide range of diverse animals wandering past.
Venture further into the reserve with your guide in an open, 4x4 vehicle, or even on foot to see the lions and leopards lounging under the sunshine, or the elephants cooling off in the water. You might also encounter some Kalahari species including aardwolf and pangolins. You can even embark on a fascinating wildlife-viewing adventure with a sail along Okavango’s water by motorised boat or mekoro.
Botswana travel information
- Time zone: +2 GMT
- Flight time: 13-15 hours
- Recommended airlines: Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, British Airways
- Currency: Botswana Pula
- Tipping guideline: 10-15%
- Health considerations: There is a high risk of malaria, from November to June, in the northern half of Botswana. There is a low risk of malaria in the northern half of Botswana during the rest of the year. There is a very low risk of malaria in the southern half of the country. There is no risk of yellow fever in Botswana, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Capital: Gaborone
- Population: 2,719,694
- National languages: English, Setswana
- Electricity and plugs: Type D and G, 230V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: You can visit Botswana for up to 90 days without a visa.
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Travel Specialist
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