Southern region of the Moremi Game Reserve

Stanleys Camp

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Stanley's Camp

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Stanley’s Camp is a classic luxury safari camp set within a private concession bordering the renowned Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana’s Okavango Delta. Named after the famous explorer Henry Morton Stanley, the camp combines the romance of a traditional African safari with modern comforts, offering guests an authentic wilderness experience surrounded by floodplains, riverine forests, and seasonal waterways.

With just ten beautifully appointed safari tents, Stanley’s Camp offers an intimate atmosphere where personalised service and exceptional guiding take centre stage. Furthermore, its location within a private concession allows guests to enjoy exclusive safari activities, including night drives and guided walks, creating a more diverse and immersive Okavango experience. As a result, every safari feels both uncrowded and highly personalised.

Accommodation at Stanley's Camp

The camp features ten spacious canvas safari tents, each raised on wooden decks and furnished in a timeless safari style inspired by Africa’s great explorers. Large private verandas overlook the surrounding floodplains, providing wonderful opportunities to watch wildlife from the comfort of your suite.

Accommodation features include:

Luxury safari tents
En-suite bathrooms
Indoor showers
Private viewing decks
King-size or twin beds
Ceiling fans
Tea and coffee facilities
Floodplain views

Furthermore, the elegant interiors combine antique-inspired furnishings with contemporary comforts, creating a relaxed yet refined safari atmosphere.

Main Camp and Relaxation Areas

The camp’s welcoming central area overlooks the surrounding floodplains, where wildlife is frequently seen throughout the day.

Facilities include:

Infinity swimming pool
Restaurant
Lounge and bar
Library
Campfire
Curio shop
Outdoor dining area
Elevated viewing deck

As a result, guests can relax between safari activities while enjoying uninterrupted views across the Okavango wilderness. Meanwhile, attentive staff ensure every stay is both comfortable and memorable. In addition, the peaceful setting encourages guests to slow down and fully appreciate the rhythm of the Delta.

Why Stay at Stanley's Camp?

Private concession bordering Moremi Game Reserve
Classic luxury safari atmosphere
Excellent year-round wildlife viewing
Traditional mokoro excursions
Guided walking safaris
Night game drives
Outstanding birdwatching
Exceptional professional guides

Its combination of classic safari charm, exclusive activities, and beautiful Delta scenery makes Stanley’s Camp one of Botswana’s most enduring safari favourites.

Safari Experiences

Game Drives

Morning and afternoon game drives explore the camp’s private concession and neighbouring Moremi Game Reserve. Guests regularly encounter elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, red lechwe, wildebeest, hyena, African wild dog, and numerous other species. Consequently, every drive offers exciting opportunities to experience one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems.

Mokoro Excursions

When seasonal water levels allow, traditional mokoro excursions glide quietly through the Delta’s winding channels and lily-covered lagoons. Expert local guides pole these handcrafted canoes through tranquil waterways, revealing aquatic wildlife, colourful birdlife, and beautiful wetland scenery. Additionally, mokoro safaris provide one of the most peaceful ways to experience the Okavango Delta.

Guided Walking Safaris

Walking safaris offer an immersive way to discover the Delta beyond the safari vehicle. Accompanied by experienced professional guides, guests learn about animal tracks, indigenous plants, birds, and the intricate ecology that makes the Okavango one of the world’s most remarkable wetlands. Consequently, every walk provides a deeper appreciation of this extraordinary ecosystem.

Night Game Drives

Because Stanley’s Camp is situated within a private concession, guests can enjoy exciting night drives in search of elusive nocturnal wildlife. Spotlights reveal civets, genets, porcupines, bush babies, aardwolves, and predators beginning their nightly hunts. As a result, night drives add an exciting dimension to the safari experience.

Birdwatching

The varied habitats surrounding Stanley’s Camp support an impressive diversity of birdlife throughout the year. African fish eagles, kingfishers, jacanas, bee-eaters, hornbills, herons, storks, and numerous migratory species make the area particularly rewarding for birdwatchers and photographers alike. Furthermore, seasonal flooding attracts many wetland specialists unique to the Delta.

Scenic Helicopter Flights

Optional helicopter flights provide breathtaking aerial views of the Okavango Delta’s winding waterways, floodplains, and islands. These scenic flights offer a spectacular perspective of this UNESCO World Heritage Site while creating unforgettable photographic opportunities. For photographers especially, this is one of the best ways to appreciate the immense scale of the Delta.

Best Time to Visit Stanley's Camp

Flood Season (May to October)

Excellent mokoro excursions
Outstanding wildlife viewing
Superb birdwatching
Comfortable daytime temperatures

Green Season (November to April)

Lush landscapes
Young wildlife
Beautiful photography
Fewer visitors

The changing seasons transform the Okavango Delta, ensuring rewarding safari experiences throughout the year

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Whether gliding silently through the Delta in a traditional mokoro, tracking predators on thrilling game drives, exploring the bush on foot with expert guides, or relaxing beside the infinity pool overlooking the floodplains, Stanley’s Camp offers a timeless safari experience in one of Botswana’s most celebrated wilderness areas.

Ultimately, for travellers seeking classic safari elegance, exceptional wildlife, and exclusive access to the Okavango Delta, Stanley’s Camp delivers an unforgettable Botswana adventure. Above all, it captures the romance and authenticity that have made Botswana one of Africa’s premier safari destinations.

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