NXABEGA OKAVANGO TENTED CAMP Okavango Delta

A maze of sparkling lagoons, meandering channels and overgrown islands teeming with wildlife, Botswana’s Okavango Delta lies like a sparkling jewel at the heart of the Kalahari Desert. Known as the river that never finds the sea, the Delta’s crystal-clear channels spread over the thirstlands of the Kalahari with their papyrus-fringed banks and fertile floating islands. Adapted for a life in and out of water, the elegant red lechwe and shy sitatunga are found in this watery wilderness.

Lion, cheetah, leopard and African wild dog share the floodplains with large herds of elephant and buffalo. Hippo inhabit the deeper channels and lagoons, while honeybadgers can be seen in broad daylight. Tall termite mounds are homes for families of dwarf and banded mongoose. Traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) rides explore the delicate details of the glistening waterways, where iridescent dragonflies, frogs of every colour and jewel-like kingfishers live in the papyrus-lined banks.

&Beyond boasts four magnificent lodges and camps in the Okavango Delta, each with its own individual charm and character: Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp, Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge and Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp.

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BOTSWANA

Africa

&Beyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp is located in a 25 000 hectare (61 775 acre) exclusive wildlife concession on the edge of the Okavango Delta, bordering the Moremi Game Reserve. Ideally positioned to explore the magnificence of the Okavango, the camp is known for its elegant tented accommodation, which boasts breath-taking views of the ever-changing Delta. Blending skilfully with the environment, nine exclusive tented suites, set on raised wooden platforms, are tucked beneath a canopy of ebony trees. Each spacious tent features a luxurious bed that faces the beautiful views of a reed-filled floodplain; an ensuite bathroom with an indoor and al fresco shower and a sprawling veranda with a spacious sitting area and a private sala. A family tent, consisting of two luxury tents joined by a walkway, offers the perfect setting for families to enjoy the wonders of the Delta.

&Beyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp’s glamorous, light and earthy look begins on arrival, with an elegant entrance lending a sense of place and atmosphere to welcome guests to the camp. The beautiful interiors feature earthy tones that echo the magnificent natural setting, while a sophisticated safari style offers a contemporary spin on the traditional tented camp. The heart of Nxabega lies in its handsome living and dining areas, where burnished teak floors and a steeply pitched thatch roof frame a lofty and comfortable space. Made from local timber, reed and thatch, the guest areas include indoor and outdoor dining areas, a well-stocked Safari Shop, and guest bathrooms. The camp’s extensive pool area offers salas for shade, and comfortable loungers positioned to make the most of the beautiful Okavango Delta views. A dedicated massage sala allows guests to enjoy

abundance of bream, catfish, tilapia, and the predatory tiger fish being a popular catch

• Combination of land and water activities

• A family tent and a fun-filled WILDChild programme offer the perfect opportunity for loved ones to reconnect on an African safari

• Giraffe, elephant, greater kudu, red lechwe, tsessebe, buffalo and hippo, which graze around the camp at night

• Exciting diversity of birds

ACTIVITIES

Included• Game drives• Bush walks• Children’s programme• Mokoro (dugout canoe) and

motorised boat cruises*• Fishing* *Seasonal

At an additional charge• Helicopter flips

GUEST SAFETY

The camp is not fenced off and we request guests be extremely vigilant at all times. Security guards accompany guests at all times when walking around the camp at night.

ACCESS

• Scheduled charter flight into the Okavango Delta, followed by a road and boat transfer to camp

• Airlink have a flight from Johannesburg or Cape Town to Maun

• Air Botswana have a flight from Johannesburg to Maun

ACCOLADES

2017 - &BEYOND NXABEGA OKA-VANGO TENTED CAMP LISTED IN TRAVEL + LEISURE 2017 WORLD’S BEST AWARDS (THE 10 BEST SAFARI LODGES IN AFRICA & THE TOP 100 HOTELS IN THE WORLD)

2015 - &BEYOND NXABEGA OKAVANGO TENTED CAMP IS NAMED BOTSWANA’S LEADING TENTED SAFARI CAMP AT THE WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS (AFRICA & INDIAN OCEAN)

2014 - &BEYOND NXABEGA OKAVANGO TENTED CAMP LISTED AT # 19 IN CONDE NAST TRAVELER “TOP 20 SAFARI LODGES AND CAMPS IN AFRICA” AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST CATEGORY

“We had an absolutely lovely time! Nxabega was pure paradise! What beautiful animals, what friendly, warm and charming staff – not to mention the fantastic food! I don’t think any of us have ever been as spoilt.”

Marie Runnedahl,- &Beyond guest

a decadent treatment in a private setting that plays on the tranquil environment. Guests can freshen up with a steaming hot coffee served by expertly trained baristas from the camp’s interactive food and coffee bar. The spectacular open air boma encircled by a rugged wooden fence on the very edge of the Delta, and set in the mottled shade of the camps massive ebony trees allows for starlight night time dining. Private bush dinners, breakfasts in bed, lamplit cocktails on a river island or a walking safari with al fresco picnic are all provided with pleasure by Nxabega’s warm and friendly staff.

AT A GLANCE

• 9 ensuite safari tents, (including one family tent) set on suspended platforms • Private verandas with a spacious sitting area and sala• Swimming pool• Safari Shop• Spa• Private wilderness concession• Interactive food and coffee bar• Al fresco dining in an open air boma

WHAT SETS US APART

• Located in the World Heritage Site of the Okavango Delta, this vast network of waterways and channels allows for seasonal mokoro and boat activities

• Situated on a 25 000 hectare (61 775 acre) private concession, so game viewing remains exclusive

• Late afternoon game drives continue after nightfall, with opportunities to see unbelievable nocturnal wildlife, including the Pel’s fishing owl

• Great fishing occurs from March to December, with an

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NUMBER OF TENTS 9 (including one family tent)

MAXIMUM GUESTS 18

CHILDREN Yes - children 5 years and younger cannot participate in game drives, nature walks, motorised boating or mokoro activities; children aged 6 to 11 can participate in game drives at the camp manager’s discretion; children aged 12 and over can participate in games drives and motorised boating activities: children aged 16 and over can participate in nature walks and mokoro activities.

CHILDMINDING Available at an additional cost

TRIPLES One (children 12 years and younger)

GUIDE’S ACCOMMODATION Available

ROOM FANS Yes

CAMP POOL Yes

INDOOR SHOWERS Yes

OUTDOOR SHOWERS Yes

PRIVATE SALA Yes

IN-ROOM SAFE Yes

TELEPHONE No

HAIRDRYER Yes

LAUNDRY INCLUDED Yes

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS No

DISTANCE BETWEEN ROOMS 20m / 66ft

CHECK IN / CHECK OUT 12h00 – 14h00 / 11h00

KOSHER FOOD Not available

POWER 220v AC

INTERNET ACCESS Yes, Wi-Fi in guest tents only

PRIVATE 4X4 SAFARI VEHICLE Not available

CREDIT CARDS Visa, MasterCard

TABLE OF FACTS

MASSAGE At the spa or in-room

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT Gym in a bag available on request

WEATHER Botswana has hot, wet summers from October to April. Winters (from May to September) are dry and cool and nights can be chilly.

RAINFALL The rainy season is from late December to late February, sometimes continuing into March, with rain generally in the form of afternoon thundershowers; average rainfall is approximately 500mm / 20”

TEMPERATURE Summer: Average of 18˚C to 32˚C / 64˚F to 90˚F, although temperatures can rise over 40˚C / 104˚F Winter: 8˚C to 21˚C / 46˚F to 70˚F

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL Year-round

MALARIA The Okavango Delta is a malaria area and necessary precautions should be taken

AIRSTRIP Nxabega Airstrip is a scenic 15-minute drive from the camp

GPS COORDINATES S 19˚29.081’ E 022˚47.634’

CAMP CLOSURE Open year-round

NOTE• Please note that park fees and government charges may apply. Speak

to your travel consultant for more details.

• Drones are not permitted at &Beyond Reserves, lodges, camps and villas.

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CONTACT

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CAMP LAYOUT

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Massagesala

Pool

Guest arrival / assembly point

Pool

Boma

Guest area

Safari Shop

Family tent