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SANDIBE Okavango Safari Lodge
Okavango Delta, Botswana
Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge is set in a private concession of 8 000 hectares to the southeast of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve in the centre of one of the most unique regions in the world, the Okavango Delta. Renowned for its lush waterways and abundant wildlife, the Okavango is home to a number of aquatic and land species, including the large African predators.
Located in northern Botswana, the Okavango River is a unique natural phenomenon - flowing more than 1 000 km from its source in Angola, this river disappears beneath the sands of Botswana, creating a lush inland delta in the midst of this otherwise arid country. The Okavango Delta is in a constant state of flux, expanding and contracting according to the rainy season. While some parts of the Delta remain permanently flooded, others are only deluged during the rainy season from May to September.
Covering approximately one third of the Delta, permanent swamp areas are lush and green, with groves of wild date palm, papyrus and water lilies growing around deep lagoons lined with riverine forest. Seasonal swamps, on the other hand, contain a network of small channels cutting their way through papyrus and reed beds to create islands of all shapes and sizes. As the floodwaters recede, the islands grow large until, eventually, water only remains in depressions in the landscape, which turns into open grassland.
Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Tread in the footsteps of elephants as you walk the ancient paths that bisect Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge in the shady forest of the Okavango Delta. Awaken to the sounds of animals, laugh at the antics of baboons and squirrels over breakfast, and spend your days exploring mazes of papyrus and golden, grassy floodplains. Connect with the remote wilderness of Africa in this serene, earthy camp, where little separates the comfort of the warm interiors from the haunting beauty of the natural spectacles outside.
Camouflaged under a tumbling canopy of wild palms and gnarled fig leaves, eight thatched cottages emerge in leafy clearings right on the edge of the Delta’s waterways.
 Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge | Blending seamlessly with its surroundings, the tranquil beauty of Sandibe Safari Lodge surprises not only guests but even the occasional wandering animals, startled as rough wooden beams and thatched roofs take shape within the leafy groves. The sounds of Africa lull and soothe travellers, as elephants splash in the quiet waters, baboons chatter and a myriad birds call and twitter in the trees. |
The greens of the river bank peer into spacious guest cottages through large, airy screens. Earthy ochre tones bring the forest floor indoors, while tactile textures, from leather and silk to rough hewn wood, celebrate the natural beauty of the setting. Gaze out onto the banks of the Santanadibe River from under the canopy of your king size bed or spend a restful hour watching the quiet play of light on water from your private raised deck. At one with the forest, enjoy the warm luxury of the sun skipping across your skin in the large outdoor shower.
| Lazy hammocks slung in the dappled shade beckon and the wooden deck by the sunny poolside offers refreshment. Layered guest areas with comfortable couches invite you to while the afternoon away among cozy cushions. Open sides in sitting and dining areas draw your eyes outward to dazzling plains and reeded river banks. |  Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge |
Relax over scrumptious meals in the dining room, while animals wander only metres away or enjoy the cozy shelter of the fire-lit boma as thousands of stars light up the African sky.
At Sandibe Safari Lodge, it is our passion to share our knowledge and understanding of the bush and its inhabitants with our guests. Our highly trained guides and trackers will do their utmost to delight guests. Read more...
| SANDIBE Okavango Safari Lodge Botswana | |
|---|---|
| Twin-bedded Cottage: Rates in USD per person sharing per night | USD |
| 21 Jun - 15 Oct 2011 | 990 |
| 16 Oct - 10 Nov 2011 | 660 |
| 11 Nov - 20 Dec 2011 | 430 |
| 21 Dec -31 Dec 2011 | 750 |
Rates include: Accommodation • Three meals daily • Soft drinks, house wine, local brand spirits and beers • Teas and coffees • Scheduled safari activities • Refreshments on game drives • Emergency medical evacuation insurance • Laundry • VAT. Rates exclude: Telephone calls • Safari Shop purchases • Champagne, cognacs, fine wines, premium brand spirits, cigars • Transfers to and from the lodge • Gratuities • Conservancy or park entrance fees (where applicable). |  Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge |
Activities included at Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Twice daily game drives - guests can explore the rich wildlife surrounding Sandibe on early morning and late afternoon / evening game drives in an open air safari vehicle, accompanied by an armed guide and tracker. The landscape traversed on game drives includes floodplains, as well as seasonal grassland, woodland, shrubland and savanna. Game drives track the Big Five, as well as a variety of other animals, including the semi-aquatic lechwe and sitatunga antelope.
Interpretive bush walks - take a leisurely walk in the surroundings of the Camp to take in the sights, smells and sounds of the Okavango Delta, accompanied by an armed guide. Learn about how elephant are vital to the survival of the fan palm, try to spot the elusive Pel's fishing owl and keep a sharp eye out for the shy bushbuck.
 Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge |  Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge |  Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge |
River cruises in an electrically powered ‘eco boat’ or mokoro - explore the waterways of the Okavango by boat in the company of our experienced guides. Learn the fascinating details of the Delta's network of channels, fringed by dense reeds and papyrus. A good variety of fish can be found in the clear waters and fishing trips can be arranged on request. Spot the nests of weavers and warblers in the papyrus beds and watch out for malachite kingfishers among the taller stems. Beautifully coloured frog species, such as the painted reed frog, abound. Waterlilies brighten up the surface of lagoons, where sleepy hippo splash beneath the surface.
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