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Luxury Tented Safari Camp
Botswana

Duba Plains Camp
Okavanago Delta

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Incredible Wildlife Encounters: Famous for its lion-buffalo interactions, Duba Plains offers intimate sightings of elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and abundant birdlife, providing thrilling wildlife experiences.
Exclusive Safari Activities: Enjoy private game drives in custom 4×4 vehicles, offering optimal comfort and close encounters with wildlife. Seasonal boat safaris reveal the beauty of the delta’s intricate waterways.
Luxury Tented Suites: Spacious, beautifully designed tented suites feature private decks with sweeping delta views and en-suite bathrooms complete with luxurious copper bathtubs for ultimate relaxation.
Fine Dining Under the Stars: Enjoy gourmet meals made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, served in a romantic outdoor setting under the stars, accompanied by a curated selection of fine wines.
Commitment to Conservation: Powered by solar energy and designed with eco-friendly principles, Duba Plains actively supports conservation efforts, ensuring minimal environmental impact and promoting responsible tourism.
Breathtaking Delta Landscapes: Nestled in the heart of the Okavango Delta, the camp provides stunning views of lush floodplains, meandering waterways, and vibrant forests, immersing guests in one of Africa’s most pristine ecosystems.

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How to get there

Duba Plains is approximately 45 minutes from Maun by light aircraft.

Are children welcome?

Yes, children are welcome at Duba Plains, though the camp generally caters best to families with older children. Due to the nature of the safari activities and the camp’s remote location, it is often recommended for children over the age of 8. The camp offers tailored activities and safaris for families to ensure younger guests have a safe and engaging experience.

Giving back

Duba Plains has a strong commitment to sustainability and conservation, focusing on preserving the delicate ecosystem of the Okavango Delta while minimising environmental impact. Their sustainability policy includes:

Eco-Friendly Design: The camp is built with low-impact materials and designed to blend into the natural environment, ensuring minimal disruption to the surrounding wildlife and landscapes.
Solar Power: The camp is almost entirely solar-powered, reducing its reliance on fossil fuels and limiting carbon emissions. Solar energy powers everything from electricity to hot water, ensuring a greener footprint.
Water Conservation: Duba Plains implements water-saving techniques, including efficient water usage systems and recycling of greywater, helping conserve this precious resource in the delta’s fragile ecosystem.
Waste Management: The camp has a robust waste management system in place, recycling as much as possible and disposing of waste responsibly to prevent pollution.
Local Community Engagement: The camp supports local communities through employment, training, and sustainable tourism initiatives, contributing to local economies while promoting conservation awareness.
Wildlife Conservation: Duba Plains is actively involved in conservation efforts, particularly for lions, leopards, and other key species in the delta. The camp contributes to research projects and anti-poaching measures to protect the area’s biodiversity.

Wildlife you are likely to see

Lions: Duba Plains is particularly famous for its lion prides, known for dramatic lion-buffalo interactions that occur regularly in the area.
Buffalo: Large herds of buffalo roam the plains, often at the centre of the thrilling predator-prey dynamics with the resident lions.
Elephants: The delta is home to numerous elephant herds, frequently spotted near water sources or moving through the floodplains.
Leopards: These elusive big cats are often seen in the area, especially on night drives or along the fringes of wooded areas.
Cheetahs: Fast and graceful, cheetahs are another predator that can be spotted hunting in the open plains around the camp.
Hyenas: Both spotted and brown hyenas roam the area, often seen scavenging or hunting on their own.
Wild Dogs: African wild dogs, though less common, can occasionally be spotted hunting in packs, offering a rare and thrilling sighting.
Hippos and Crocodiles: These are often seen in the delta’s waterways, particularly during boat safaris.
Birdlife: The Okavango Delta is a birder’s paradise, with species such as African fish eagles, kingfishers, and various herons and egrets. Seasonal migrants also add to the richness of the birdlife.

Why we love Duba Plains Camp

This is one of the best places to see lions hunting buffalo that we know, there have been some amazingly dramatic encounters here over the years meaning that you not only stay in one of the most luxurious camps in the Delta, but you are in the heart of the action too.