Moremi, Botswana
Chief's Camp
Deep in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve, refined luxury awaits at Chief’s Camp. A beacon of safari chic, the camp is set on Chief’s Island - the largest land mass in the Okavango Delta - an area that has established a reputation as the ‘Predator Capital of Africa’.
Deep in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve, refined luxury awaits at Chief’s Camp. A beacon of safari chic, the camp is set on Chief’s Island - the largest land mass in the Okavango Delta - an area that has established a reputation as the ‘Predator Capital of Africa’.
Deep in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve, refined luxury awaits at Chief’s Camp. A beacon of safari chic, the camp is set on Chief’s Island - the largest land mass in the Okavango Delta - an area that has established a reputation as the ‘Predator Capital of Africa’.
Deep in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve, refined luxury awaits at Chief’s Camp. A beacon of safari chic, the camp is set on Chief’s Island - the largest land mass in the Okavango Delta - an area that has established a reputation as the ‘Predator Capital of Africa’.
Location
Sat at the north-western end of Chief’s Island, Sanctuary Chief’s Camp is nestled amongst a towering grove of jackalberry trees that rise from the rich soils of the Okavango Delta. Situated on the edge of the Delta’s glistening waterways, you’ll get a taste of island life and enjoy unspoilt views of the floodplains.
Lion, leopard and wild dogs are far from the only animals inhabiting the area; the surrounding floodplains boast one of the highest concentrations of wildlife anywhere in Africa, making for exhilarating game drives.
Lion, leopard and wild dogs are far from the only animals inhabiting the area; the surrounding floodplains boast one of the highest concentrations of wildlife anywhere in Africa, making for exhilarating game drives.
Accommodation
At 1,500 ft2, the 10 luxurious bush pavilions are some of the largest suites in the area. Decorated using natural hues, materials and fabrics, each stylish dwelling features a large comfortable bed, fully stocked mini-bar and a tranquil seating area with extraordinary views across the Delta. In the bright and spacious en-suite you’ll find two washbasins, a stone-walled rain shower and an enormous free-standing bathtub, perfect for an indulgent soak after an enthralling day of game-viewing.
Step out through the floor-to-ceiling glass doors onto your expansive covered deck, which holds a secluded outdoor shower, refreshing plunge pool and three seating areas. One for private dining immersed in the sounds of nature; one with a daybed made for afternoon siestas in the sun; and another positioned to give you the ideal spot to survey the Delta.
Step out through the floor-to-ceiling glass doors onto your expansive covered deck, which holds a secluded outdoor shower, refreshing plunge pool and three seating areas. One for private dining immersed in the sounds of nature; one with a daybed made for afternoon siestas in the sun; and another positioned to give you the ideal spot to survey the Delta.
In addition to the bush pavilions, the camp is home to the palatial Geoffrey Kent Suite. With two interconnected pavilions, a private bar, boma, lounge and kitchen, and your own private house-keeper, waiter, guide and vehicle, the suite offers an unforgettably lavish experience.
Head down the raised wooden boardwalk to the main area, home to a curio shop, lounge, bar and library where lectures and wildlife film screenings are held. There’s also a communal pool encircled by comfortable sun loungers, a well-equipped fitness centre, and a spa providing deluxe treatments to help you unwind.
Sanctuary Chief's Camp prides itself on culinary excellence. Whether you take a seat in the dining area to devour a pizza straight from the oven; dine in the privacy of your deck (the perfect setting for a romantic meal); or huddle around the roaring boma (traditional campfire) and feast beneath a sky awash with thousands of twinkling stars, you’re in for a treat.
Head down the raised wooden boardwalk to the main area, home to a curio shop, lounge, bar and library where lectures and wildlife film screenings are held. There’s also a communal pool encircled by comfortable sun loungers, a well-equipped fitness centre, and a spa providing deluxe treatments to help you unwind.
Sanctuary Chief's Camp prides itself on culinary excellence. Whether you take a seat in the dining area to devour a pizza straight from the oven; dine in the privacy of your deck (the perfect setting for a romantic meal); or huddle around the roaring boma (traditional campfire) and feast beneath a sky awash with thousands of twinkling stars, you’re in for a treat.
Experiences
- Take to the plains in an open 4x4 vehicle, accompanied by an expert guide, for unforgettable morning and afternoon game drives.
- The reserve is alive with predators such as lions, leopards and cheetahs, thousands of prey animals including antelope, zebra and buffalo, and it is one of the few sites where rhino are found, giving you a remarkable opportunity to see the big five alongside a wide variety of other mammals and birdlife.
- Take to the sky for a helicopter ride to get an aerial view of the Okavango Delta and uncover areas that are unreachable by 4x4 of boat.
- When water levels permit, enjoy a gentler pace and drift along the meandering channels by mokoro (traditional canoe).
- Enjoy a cultural experience and learn all about the Batswana, their unique traditions and sample local delicacies with a talk led by your knowledgeable guide.
Fun for the whole family
For families with children aged six plus, Chief's Camp is more than equipped. There’s a dedicated children's retreat where young explorers can learn all about the flora and fauna of Africa, inspect plant and insect specimens with a microscope and find out fun facts about the indigenous wildlife from expert guides. For those who pine for home comforts, there’s fancy dress, colouring books, a foosball table and even a PlayStation!
Positive Impact
We prioritise working with properties that collaborate with local communities and address location-specific needs from education to anti-poaching. We assess our partners to ensure the people we work with share our values of ensuring our trips continue to act as a force for good. Here we share some of the positive impacts your stay here contributes to.We prioritise working with properties that collaborate with local communities and address location-specific needs from education to anti-poaching. We assess our partners to ensure the people we work with share our values of ensuring our trips continue to act as a force for good. Here we share some of the positive impacts your stay here contributes to.
Conservation
Chief Camps parent company, Sanctuary Retreats has partnered with Rhino Conservation Botswana to translocate 20 rhinos, both black and white, from South Africa into the Moremi Reserve in Botswana where they will be safer from poachers. There they are under protection 24/7 and have a greater chance for survival because of this project.
Community
Sanctuary Retreats runs The Bike Shop Programme in Kenya, a community initiative that empowers local communities through mobility. Providing bikes helps health care workers see more patients, students make the journey to school, middle- to low-income workers get to work in an affordable manner, and families carry more goods to and from home.
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