Jacana; Luxury Safari Camp in Okavango Delta, Botswana

Jacana Camp

Set on a private island in the Jao Concession Jacana Camp is a true water camp, completely surrounded by endless flood plains covering one deserted island to the next. The island is just big enough to house this very intimate little camp; staying at Jacana you very quickly feel at home. Accommodation is in 5 Meru style tents, surrounded by dense bush under the shade of huge trees that cover much of the island.
Each room is raised up on wooden decking facing over the floodplains from each side of the island and are joined to the main area by sand paths through the bush. The dining room, lounge and bar area offer great views out over the flooded plains and the camps small pool looks like it could actually be covered in high flood. .

Jacana Camp – The Facts

Jacana Camp – The Detail

The camp is set in one of the most densely populated wetland areas for sitatunga and red lechwe. Wildlife concentrations depend on the water flow and volume and thus change from season to season but all the big animals can be found regularly in the area including elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo. The birdlife is abundant; enthusiasts can spot Pel's Fishing-Owl as well as African and Lesser Jacanas and a host of other Okavango specials such as Slaty Egret, African Pygmy-Goose and Western Banded Snake-Eagle. With the emphasis on being in the Delta, in one of the smallest watercamps, you cannot fail to appreciate the size of this small set up and be filled with an immediate feeling of being miles away from anywhere, in your own little hideaway.

Jacana Camp - Our View

Although not nearly as luxurious as the other camps in the Jao concession (and most of Wilderness other camps in Botswana) what Jacana lacks in luxury is more than made up for character. The tents have everything you need, with comfy beds and good ensuite facilities - all have stunning private views out over the flood water infront. Overall the camp feels homely and welcoming and is comfortable in all the right places, just never over the top. We love Jacana as it epitomizes the very essence of the Okavango…..this is unpretentious luxury at its best. And it is absolutely exceptional for birding.