Botswana

Well known for having some of the best wilderness and wildlife areas on the African continent.

One of The Greatest Safari Destinations

One of the world’s unique ecosystems, the Okavango Delta, is located here. Botswana offers excellent game viewing and birding both in the Delta and in the Chobe Game Reserve – home to one of the largest herds of free-ranging elephants in the world. In Central Kalahari can be found some of the most remote and unspoiled wilderness in southern Africa.

Top Recommendations in Botswana

With abundant wildlife in a wide variety of species, Botswana is one of the greatest safari destinations in Africa.

Walk in the Wild

Experience the wonders of nature while walking on foot in the company of an armed guide.

Explore the Wilderness

Twice daily game drives allow you to encounter the rich wildlife of the Linyanti. Witness fascinating predator interactions and large herds of elephant.

After-Dark Safari

Experience the thrill of a night drive using spotlights to find some of the less-seen nocturnal animals.

Float Above the Delta

Take to the skies in style in a hot air balloon and soar silently over the rich ecosystem of the Okavango Delta.

Top Experiences

HELICOPTER RIDE OVER LINYANTI

It is from the air that one can truly appreciate the wonders of the Linyanti. Departing daily when wildlife density is high, the scenic helicopter flights offer life-changing adventures.

WORKOUTS IN THE WILDERNESS

Get your exercise for the day with unbeatable bush views from our gym or pool.

QUEEN SILVIA BARGE

End your day with a trip on the colonial-style Queen Silvia barge along the Linyanti River.

MOKORO ADVENTURES

There is no better way to view the Delta and its wildlife than by traditional mokoro (dugout canoe). At Jao we also have two glass-bottomed mekoros for an extraordinary above-water experience!

BUSH BRUNCH

Experience a delicious, freshly-made brunch enjoyed out in the bush after an action-packed game drive.

EXPLORE THE CHANNELS

A boating excursion allows us to reach and explore the more distant waterways and clear, deep channels.

Luxury Accommodation

Jao Camp

In the heart of the Okavango, luxurious Jao is set amongst islands fringed with riverine forests and vast floodplains with prolific wildlife. The camp (rebuilt in 2019) comprises a main area elevated into the tree canopy, two exclusive villas and five suites, all with private plunge pools, lounge and dining areas, and en-suite bathrooms, including indoor and outdoor showers. The two Jao villas, accommodating four people each in two identical guest rooms, share a main area, and also have an exclusive vehicle, guide, chef and butler.

Mambo Camp

Long known as “the Place of Plenty,” Mombo boasts enormous concentrations of plains game and predators and is considered to be one of the best areas for game viewing in Africa. Rebuilt in 2018, Mombo aims to maintain the traditions and history of the camp, as well as to celebrate our Conservation Purpose – indeed, one of our greatest conservation successes: the reintroduction of black and white rhino into the wilds of Botswana.

King’s Pool

Steeped in nostalgia and named for Scandinavian royalty, newly-renovated and elegant King’s Pool overlooks the handsome oxbow lagoon of the same name in the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, bordering Chobe National Park and at the crux of the important wildlife corridor that straddles Angola, Namibia, Zambia and Botswana.