Sanctuary Chief’s Camp

Overview

Safari Chic in the heart of the Okavango Delta

The award-winning Sanctuary Chief’s Camp is a sophisticated safari retreat that combines stylish accommodation and personalized service with extraordinary pristine wilderness. Natural hues and materials that complement the dynamic scenery have been successfully blended together, creating the epitome of luxury safari chic.

The camp is located on the famous Chief’s Island overlooking the seasonal Piajio Channel in the heart of Botswana’s Okavango Delta. Wildlife in this region is abundant, and it is no wonder that Sanctuary Chief’s Camp has been consistently rated as one of the top safari destinations in Botswana by Condé Nast Traveler. Game drives and seasonal mokoro safaris allow guests to have intimate experiences with resident elephants, hippo, buffalo, lion, leopard, wild dog and more.

There are 10 enchanting bush pavilions, all featuring indoor and alfresco showers, private verandas and plunge pools, and floor to ceiling windows looking out over the Delta. The 620 sqm Geoffrey Kent Luxury Suite epitomizes the ultimate in refined luxury, offering a private chef and staff, secluded deck area and indoor lounge, boma with fire pit, and private safari vehicle with its own guide.

Highlights

When to go

Year Round

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Big Five Safaris

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Signature journeys across Botswana

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The Luxury of Time – Botswana Unhurried

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Botswana Okavango Honeymoon LuxVenture®

This luxury Botswana honeymoon allows you to indulge in a pristine wilderness getaway while reveling in unapologetically romantic lodges.

May-October

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Sit back and allow this luxurious adventure to unfold on the ultimate slow travel safari on the Rovos Rail and the Zambezi Queen houseboat.

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10 DAYS

Best of Botswana Safari

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14 DAYS

Southern Africa’s Finest: SA, Victoria Falls & Botswana

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13 DAYS

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This 13-day Elephant Safari takes you through South Africa, Victoria Falls and Botswana to connect with Africa’s iconic gentle giants.

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7 DAYS

Chobe River Cruise & Okavango Delta Safari

Explore the famous Chobe National Park by luxury cruise down the Chobe River on the world famous Zambezi Queen.

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Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure

This Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure experience offers an African sightseeing and safari in the heart of Southern Africa.

Take a seat beside the campfire, where untold stories rise with the smoke, legends live in the land, and luxury is part of the wild.

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