Mbamba Camp
Tawana Camp is a luxury safari camp in the south-eastern Moremi Game Reserve, part of Botswana’s Okavango Delta UNESCO World Heritage Site. Open year-round, it sits along the Gomoti River, where wildlife moves freely through the unfenced camp. The surrounding floodplains and riverine forests host large herds of antelope, predators, and abundant birdlife.
Tawana Camp has eight suites, including three family units. Each blends natural tones, local craftsmanship, and modern comfort. Suites feature private plunge pools, outdoor salas, and sweeping views of the floodplains. Raised walkways connect guests to shared spaces: a lounge, wine bar, wood-fired pizza oven, dining decks, and a library celebrating Moremi’s history. There’s also a lap pool, gym, and in-room spa treatments.
Activities at Tawana Camp focus on land-based game drives, scenic helicopter flights, and guided birding. Drives reveal lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, and over 400 bird species. Each season brings something unique, from dry-season predator gatherings to lush summer landscapes and migratory birds. Tawana offers refined luxury, exceptional wildlife, and a strong focus on conservation and local heritage.
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Wildlife
- High concentrations of large predators including lions, leopards, cheetahs, spotted hyenas, and African wild dogs.
- Elephants present year-round, often in large herds.
- Significant buffalo populations and large herds of plains game including zebra, wildebeest, impala, tsessebe, lechwe, kudu, and giraffe.
- Seasonal sightings of sable and roan antelope.
- Rich birdlife with over 350 species recorded, including wattled crane, Pel’s fishing owl, African fish eagle, Hottentot teal, and carmine bee-eater.
- Regular predator–prey interactions, particularly lions hunting buffalo and other large herbivores.
- Aquatic species including hippos and Nile crocodiles in permanent waterways.
Game Drives
- Morning and afternoon game drives are conducted in open 4×4 safari vehicles.
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Maximum of six guests per vehicle.
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Game Drives typically last 3–4 hours
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Afternoon drives include a sundowner stop and return after dark.
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Night drives use spotlights to locate nocturnal wildlife.
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Knowledgeable guides provide detailed interpretation of animal behaviour and tracking techniques.
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Photographic opportunities enhanced by vehicle positioning and guide expertise.
Activities & Facilities
- Game drives
- Night drives
- Mokoro excursions
- Motorboat safaris (seasonal)
- Guided walks
- Fishing (March–December)
- Scenic helicopter flights
- Community visits
- Birdwatching
- Tsodilo Hills excursions (on request)
- Swimming pool
- Lounge areas
- Library
- Outside dining and firepit
Highlights
- Located in a vast 220,000-acre concession, ensuring space, privacy, and a true sense of wilderness.
- Exclusive camp atmosphere with only 12 luxury tents, blending vintage safari style with modern comfort.
- Air-conditioned accommodation and a shaded swimming pool pavilion.
- Access to both land and water-based activities, offering a well-rounded safari experience in all seasons.
- Exceptional year-round game viewing due to the concession’s high wildlife density and low human impact.
- Particularly renowned for predator sightings, including one of the highest lion concentrations in the Delta and frequent encounters with African wild dogs.
Location
- Located in the northern Okavango Delta, Botswana, within the private NG12 concession adjoining Moremi Game Reserve.
- Set in a 220,000-acre wilderness area with exclusive access for lodge guests.
Getting There
- The best way to get to Mbamba Camp is to fly from Johannesburg to Maun, followed by a flight via light aircraft to the NG12 Concession Airstrip.
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Maun: 1 hour 50 minutes.
- Flight time from Maun to NG12 Airstrip: 45 minutes.
- Inter-camp air transfer options are also available.
Special Offers
- Long stay discounts apply when staying at one or a combination of Natural Selection camps.
- 5 – 6 nights: 10% off for stays in Low season & Mid season 1.
- 5 – 6 nights: 5% off for stays in Mid season 2, High & Peak season.
- 8 nights: 15% off for stays in Low season & Mid season 1.
- 8 nights: 10% off for stays in Mid season 2 & High season.
- 8 nights: 5% off for stays in Peak season.
Child Policy
- Mbamba Camp welcomes children from 6 years old.
- Children 6-16 years are charged 50% of the sharing adult rate when sharing with an adult.
- Families are accommodated in the family tent or with extra arrangements in standard tents.
- Activities are tailored to suit family groups and safety considerations.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Included: Daily activities, all meals, beverages, laundry, airstrip transfers and park entry fees.
- Excluded: Premium brand drinks and anything of personal nature.
Rates
- The updated rates are displayed for each room category below.
- Rates are charged per person, per night.
- Single supplement of 40% applicable.
- There is no single supplement from 10 January – 31 March & 01 October – 19 December.
- Rates displayed are valid until 09 January 2027.
Seasons
- Peak season: 01 July – 31 August
- High season: 01 – 30 June & 01 – 30 September, & 20 December – 09 January
- Mid season 2: 31 May & 1 – 31 October
- Mid season 1: 01 – 30 April & 01 November – 19 December
- Low season: 10 January – 31 March
Your Safari, Expertly Curated
Our dedicated travel specialists craft seamless, tailor-made journeys – every detail designed around you.
Tent
Four double Six twin-bedded tents offer a vintage style, with air conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, and private Read more verandas. Positioned for privacy and shade, with interiors reflecting the camp’s classic safari aesthetic. Read Less
| Peak Season | $ 1,995per person per night |
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| High Season | $ 1,795per person per night |
| Mid Season 2 | $ 1,575per person per night |
| Mid Season 1 | $ 1,325per person per night | Low Season | $ 995per person per night |
Family Tent
Two spacious canvas family tents set under mature leadwood trees, featuring air conditioning, vintage Read more safari furnishings, Persian rugs, and four-poster beds. Each includes an en-suite bathroom with an indoor shower and a shaded private veranda with Delta views. Read Less
| Peak Season | $ 1,995per person per night |
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| High Season | $ 1,795per person per night |
| Mid Season 2 | $ 1,575per person per night |
| Mid Season 1 | $ 1,325per person per night | Low Season | $ 995per person per night |
