Duba Plains Camp is an exceptional Réserve-Collection luxury safari camp located in the heart of Botswana’s Okavango Delta, within the pristine and private 33,000-hectare Duba Concession. This concession is a unique mosaic of palm-dotted islands, expansive floodplains, and lush woodlands. The camp offers five exquisitely designed suites inspired by the classic 1920s African safari style, each thoughtfully raised on recycled railway sleeper decking to blend harmoniously with the natural environment. In addition, the exclusive two-bedroom Duba Plains Suite provides a private sanctuary ideal for families or groups seeking extra space and privacy, complete with private pools and dedicated staff.
Duba Plains Camp is recognized as a proud member of Relais & Châteaux, reflecting its commitment to excellence in hospitality, gourmet cuisine, and service. The camp’s main area serves as the social and experiential hub, featuring a central dining room, comfortable lounge, interactive kitchen, wine cellar, and library, all set beneath majestic ebony trees with expansive decks offering stunning views of the surrounding floodplains.
Guests enjoy access to an extraordinary array of safari activities tailored to immerse them in the rich biodiversity of the Okavango Delta. Wildlife enthusiasts will be captivated by the sheer abundance and diversity of animals, from the iconic big cats such as lions and leopards, to large herds of elephants, buffalo, and hippos, as well as elusive species like aardwolf and pangolin. The concession is also a birdwatcher’s paradise with over 200 bird species regularly sighted.
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Wildlife
- The camp’s location is home to thousands of animals across floodplains, palm islands, and woodlands.
- Big cats include lions and leopards
- Large herds of African elephants and Cape buffalo
- A broad range of herbivores and smaller mammals, including sable and roan antelope, zebras, giraffes, hyena and various species of buck.
- Rare and interesting species such as aardwolf and pangolins
- Over 200 bird species
- The area’s diverse ecosystem provides opportunities to witness both daytime and nocturnal wildlife, including lion and hyena hunts on night drives.
Game Drives
- Conducted in custom-designed Toyota Land Cruisers, adapted for floodplain terrain.
- Maximum of four guests per vehicle (up to six for families or groups).
- Flexible timing: early morning, late afternoon, full-day, or night drives.
- Vehicles equipped with fridges for refreshments and photographic equipment.
- Guides customise itineraries based on guest interests and wildlife activity.
- Night drives offer chances to see nocturnal mammals and predators.
Activities & facilities
- Open-vehicle game drives
- Guided walking safaris
- Birdwatching
- Traditional mokoro excursions (water-level dependent)
- Boating safaris (water-level dependent)
- Catch-and-release fishing (seasonal)
- Photography safaris
- Scenic flights with optional champagne stop (advance booking required)
- Great Plains Young Explorers program
- Dining room & lounge
- Interactive kitchen
- Wine cellar
- Library
- Large raised outdoor deck
- Fire pit
- Safari boutique
- Spinning bike and yoga mats (on request)
- Spa treatments available in-suite
- Wheelchair accessible pathways and ramps
Highlights
- Located in a vast 33,000-hectare private concession within the Okavango Delta, offering exclusive and uncrowded wildlife experiences.
- 5 elegant suites plus a private two-bedroom suite with dedicated staff and private pool, ideal for families or groups.
- Classic 1920s safari design blended with sustainable construction on raised recycled railway sleeper decking.
- Member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux collection, guaranteeing exceptional service and gourmet cuisine.
- Open-vehicle game drives in specially adapted Land Cruisers designed for floodplain terrain, unique boating safaris, and Mokoro excursions for serene and intimate water-based wildlife viewing.
- Tailored experiences and flexible itineraries to suit individual guest interests and photography needs.
Location
Located in the private 33,000-hectare Duba Concession, Okavango Delta, Botswana.
Getting There
- The best way to get to Duba Plains Camp is to fly from Johannesburg to Maun or Kasane, followed by a flight via light aircraft to the private airstrip.
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Maun/Kasane: 1 hr 50 min
- Flight time from Maun to Duba Plains airstrip: 40 minutes
- Flight time from Kasane to Duba Plains airstrip: 1 hr 25 min
- The camp is a 5-minute drive from the airstrip.
- Inter-camp air transfer options are also available.
Special Offers
- Enjoy one free night with our ‘Pay 3 Stay 4’ offer.
- Enjoy two free nights with our ‘Pay 6 Stay 8’ offer, combining 2 camps in a 4-night stay each.
- Honeymoon: Enjoy 25% off accommodation (within 6 months post wedding date only).
- Renew your Vows : Enjoy 25% off accommodation (celebrating a 40th, or greater, wedding anniversary).
- Special offers are valid 11 January – 14 June & 01 November – 19 December.
Child Policy
- Duba Plains Camp welcomes children from 6 years and older.
- Child rates are applicable for up to one child 15 and younger sharing with two adults in a suite.
- The 2-bedroom Duba Plains Private Suite accommodates a maximum of 5 guests for families with children.
- Children 06 – 15 years pay 50% of the adult rate sharing with two adults in a suite.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Included: Wildlife viewing activities, all meals, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages (including premium brand spirits and champagne), return airstrip transfers and laundry services.
- Complimentary use of a pair of high-quality binoculars and a professional camera set, including camera body and lenses. Photos will be digitally presented to guests on departure.
- The return scheduled seat in plane air transfers from Maun and/or Kasane Airports, Great Plains properties and camp in the greater Okavango Delta and Linyanti/Savuti regions, are included in the nightly rate – subject to a minimum 2-night stay.
- Excluded: Conservation levy and spa treatments.
Rates
- Rates are displayed in US dollars (USD).
- The updated rates are displayed for each room category below.
- Rates are charged per person, per night.
- Single supplement of 50% applicable.
- In high and low season, a single supplement will apply from the 2nd single room.
- Duba Plains Private 2-bedroom suite is charged per unit.
- Rates displayed are valid until 10 January 2027.
Seasons
- Peak season: 15 June – 31 October & 20 December – 10 January
- High season: 01 April – 14 June & 01 November – 19 December
- Low season: 11 January – 31 March
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Safari Suite
The five Standard Suites at Duba Plains Camp offer luxurious, spacious accommodations raised on recycled decking with private plunge pools and stunning Read more floodplain views. Each suite features elegant furnishings, comfortable beds, indoor and outdoor showers, and thoughtful amenities including professional camera kits and binoculars, ensuring a refined and immersive safari experience. Read Less
| Peak Season | $ 4,225per person per night |
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| High Season | $ 2,925per person per night |
| Low Season | $ 2,300per person per night |
Private 2-bedroom Suite
The exclusive two-bedroom Duba Plains Suite is ideal for families or groups seeking extra space and privacy. It offers two separate bedrooms with en-suite Read more bathrooms, private pools, and expansive decks. With dedicated staff access and exclusive tailored activities, this suite delivers a highly personalized and secluded luxury safari experience. Read Less
| Peak Season | $ 20,280per person per night |
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| High Season | $ 14,040per person per night |
| Low Season | $ 11,040per person per night |
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