About Baines’ Camp
Baines’ Camp is an intimate luxury safari lodge set in a private concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana’s Okavango Delta. It is designed with just a handful of suites, each elevated on a deck overlooking the Boro River, providing a secluded and romantic atmosphere. The lodge is known for its eco-friendly construction, using recycled cans in its walls and sustainable practices throughout. Its setting offers a blend of permanent waterways and seasonal floodplains, making it ideal for both land and water based activities. Baines’ Camp is particularly renowned for its personalized service, attention to detail, and unique experiences that combine wildlife viewing with privacy and comfort.
How do you Get to Baines’ Camp?
The lodge is located in the Okavango Delta’s southern region, on a private concession adjacent to the Moremi Game Reserve. Access is typically by light aircraft from Maun, Kasane, or other camps in the Delta, landing at a nearby airstrip followed by a short game drive to the lodge. Maun to Baines’ Camp takes around 20 minutes by air, while from Kasane the flight is about an hour and a half. There is no direct road access for regular vehicles due to the remoteness of the Delta, making air transfers the most efficient and scenic way to reach the camp.
What Facilities are at Baines’ Camp?
Baines’ Camp features just five luxurious suites, each built on raised wooden platforms with panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness. The suites are spacious and stylishly furnished, with large four poster beds that can be rolled out onto the private deck for sleeping under the stars. Each has an en-suite bathroom, indoor and outdoor showers, and comfortable lounge space. The main lodge area includes a dining deck, swimming pool, and a lounge with a library, all positioned to take in views of the Boro River. The camp’s intimate scale ensures personalized attention and a quiet, exclusive atmosphere.
What ACTIVITIES are AT Baines’ Camp?
While staying at Baines’ Camp, you might be wondering what activities you can engage in. Below we have listed some of the top safari accommodations you can book and do while staying at Baines’ Camp.
Game Drives
Morning and afternoon game drives take place in open 4×4 vehicles, exploring the concession and parts of the Moremi Game Reserve. The varied habitats mean a wide range of wildlife can be seen, including elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, buffalo, and numerous antelope species. Guides are skilled at tracking and positioning the vehicle for close yet respectful encounters, and the small number of guests ensures unhurried sightings.
Walking Safaris
Guided bush walks offer a slower paced exploration of the area, focusing on the smaller details of the ecosystem. Accompanied by an armed guide, guests can track animals on foot, identify plants with medicinal uses, and observe birdlife at close range. Walks are a way to connect deeply with the Delta’s rhythms and textures, away from the sound of vehicle engines.
Mokoro Excursions
When water levels allow, traditional mokoro canoe trips provide a peaceful way to explore the shallow channels near camp. The silence of the mokoro makes it possible to get close to aquatic birds, frogs, and other small creatures, while also offering a unique view of the landscape from water level.
Motorboat Safaris
For deeper channels and lagoons, motorboat trips are available. These are excellent for seeing hippos, crocodiles, and larger waterbirds. The boat’s mobility allows for exploration of more remote areas and access to seasonal fishing spots for birdwatching.
Special Elephant Experience
Baines’ Camp is particularly famous for its elephant interaction experience, where guests can spend time walking with and learning from semi-habituated elephants alongside their handlers. This provides a rare opportunity to observe these intelligent animals up close, understand their behavior, and photograph them in a natural setting.
Birdwatching
The mix of riverine, floodplain, and woodland habitats supports an impressive variety of bird species. Guests can expect to see everything from African fish eagles to malachite kingfishers, making this a rewarding location for bird enthusiasts.
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