Zafara Camp

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Zarafa Camp

Zarafa Camp is an exclusive Réserve-Collection safari lodge set within Botswana’s private Selinda Reserve. It lies where the Okavango Delta meets the Linyanti waterways. Overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon, which forms the source of the Savute Channel, the camp offers just four spacious tented suites. Each suite is over 100 m² and features a copper bathtub, a private plunge pool, an outdoor shower, and an expansive deck for exceptional wildlife viewing.

The camp also includes a luxurious two-bedroom Dhow Suite, ideal for families or groups seeking extra privacy and comfort. This suite has its own staff entrance and offers exclusive activities designed to enhance the guest experience. Built from recycled hardwoods and canvas and powered entirely by solar energy, Zarafa blends refined luxury with strong environmental principles.

At the heart of the camp, the main lodge nestles beneath a canopy of ebony trees and features a spacious lounge, indoor and outdoor dining areas, a curated bush boutique, and a private wine cellar showcasing hand-picked vintages. Guests can indulge in treatments at the open-air spa or maintain their fitness in the outdoor gym with breathtaking lagoon views. The surrounding Selinda Reserve teems with wildlife including leopard, lion, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, red lechwe, zebra, giraffe, and rare species such as African wild dog, roan, and sable antelope. Open-vehicle photographic safaris, guided bush walks, seasonal boating, catch-and-release fishing, and exceptional birdwatching make Zarafa Camp one of Botswana’s most wildlife-rich and immersive safari destinations.

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Wildlife

  • Exceptional year-round game viewing in the private Selinda Reserve.
  • Regular sightings of leopard, lion, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, red lechwe, zebra, and giraffe.
  • Rare species include African wild dog, roan antelope, and sable antelope.
  • The famous Selinda lion pride featured in National Geographic’s Birth of a Pride.
  • Zibadianja Lagoon attracts hippos and large herds of buffalo and elephants in the dry season.
  • Over 200 bird species recorded, including African skimmers and black egrets.

Game Drives

  • Morning, afternoon, and evening safari drives in custom-built, open-sided 4×4 Land Cruisers.
  • Vehicles are limited to 4 guests (or 2 couples) for exclusivity.
  • Features for photographers: raised roofs, fold-down screens, multi-plug inverters, and photographic bars.
  • Fridges onboard stocked with snacks and drinks.
  • Full-day safaris with picnic breakfasts/lunches available.
  • Night drives for nocturnal species such as hyenas, lions, genets, and porcupines.

Activities & facilities

  • Game drives
  • Full-day safaris with picnic breakfasts/lunches
  • Night drives
  • Guided bush walks
  • Photographic Safari Experiences
  • Boating on the Selinda Spillway (seasonal)
  • Mokoro Canoes
  • Seasonal fishing (March to December)
  • Open-air spa
  • Outdoor gym
  • Library
  • Aerial safari flight over the Linyanti/Selinda ecosystem
  • Scenic flight with champagne stop available
  • Great Plains Young Explorers Program
  • Picnic breakfasts/lunches served in the bush
  • Stargazing
  • Wine cellar

Highlights

  • Exclusive Réserve-Collection safari camp located in Botswana’s private Selinda Reserve.
  • Stunning location overlooking the Zibadianja Lagoon, source of the Savute Channel.
  • Intimate and personalized safari experience with a maximum of eight guests (plus Dhow Suite).
  • Four spacious tented suites (each over 100 m²) featuring copper bathtubs, private plunge pools, outdoor showers, and expansive decks.
  • Separate two-bedroom Dhow Suite with private pool, dedicated staff entrance, and exclusive activities.
  • World class safari activities including expert-guided 4×4 photographic game drives, guided walking safaris, scenic boating on the lagoon, and seasonal catch-and-release fishing.
  • High level of luxury combined with authentic wilderness adventure and strong conservation values.

Location

  • Zafara Camp is located in northern Botswana within the private 130,000-hectare Selinda Reserve.
  • The reserve lies where the Okavango Delta meets the Linyanti River system, and the camp overlooks the Zibadianja Lagoon, the source of the Savute Channel.

Getting There

  • The best way to get to Zarafa Camp is to fly from Johannesburg to Maun or Kasane, followed by a flight via light aircraft to the Selinda airstrip.
  • Flight time from Johannesburg to Maun/Kasane: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Flight time from Maun to Selinda airstrip:  45 minutes
  • Flight time from Kasane to Selinda airstrip: 55 minutes
  • Inter-camp air transfer options are also available.
  • Zarafa Camp is a 45-minute drive from its private airstrip.

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 October – 19 December.

Child Policy

  • Zafara 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 Dhow 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

  • 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.
  • The Dhow exclusive 2-bedroom suite is charged per unit.
  • Rates displayed are valid until 10 January 2027.

Seasons

  • Peak season: 15 June – 30 September & 20 December – 10 January
  • High season: 01 April – 14 June & 01 October – 19 December
  • Low season: 11 January – 31 March
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Safari Suite

Four spacious tented suites, each over 100 m², set on raised reclaimed railway sleeper decking with sweeping views over Zibadianja Lagoon. Suites feature Read more private plunge pools, outdoor showers, and expansive decks for wildlife viewing. Interiors include a lounge area, copper bathtub, indoor shower, double vanities, flush toilet, gas fireplace, and handcrafted Zanzibar doors. Solar-powered air circulation, a writing desk, and ample storage complete the in-room comforts. Read Less

Peak Season$ 3,920per person per night
High Season$ 2,630per person per night
Low Season$ 2,070per person per night

Private 2-bedroom Unit

An exclusive-use, two-bedroom villa ideal for families or small groups. Comes with a private deck, plunge pool, lounge, and dining area, plus dedicated Read more chef, butler, and professional safari guide. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with copper bathtub, indoor shower, double vanity, and flush toilet. Offers complete privacy with the same lagoon views and high-end finishes as the main camp. Read Less

Peak Season$ 18,185per person per night
High Season$ 12,625per person per night
Low Season$ 9,935per person per night

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