Skip to content a hidden gem nestled on a teardrop-shaped island, jacana camp is your intimate water-and-land escape in the heart of the delta.
5 classic tented suites | water/land Camp
Set within a private concession of the Delta’s pristine wetlands, Jacana invites you to slow down and rediscover the rhythm of nature. Glide through narrow channels on a mokoro, explore shimmering floodplains by boat, or spot elusive wildlife from the comfort of your tented suite. Jacana is the perfect balance of rustic charm and unforgettable safari magic.
Get ready for an adventure in the Okavango.
Surrounded by papyrus-lined channels, lily-dotted lagoons, and sweeping views of the floodplain. During the flood season, Jacana is the quintessential water camp. Access is often by boat, especially during the flood season when the camp becomes a floating paradise for birders, mokoro lovers, and those who seek serenity away from it all.
Jacana Camp offers an intimate and immersive water-based safari.
Unwind in the serene comfort of your elevated en-suite tent, one of only five at this exclusive Okavango Delta retreat. Tucked beneath a canopy of palms and towering trees, your private deck offers sweeping views of the winding channels ahead. Settle into a cozy chair, let nature’s soundtrack soothe you, and as night falls, gather around the fire to share stories under a sky ablaze with stars.
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Meals at Jacana are heartfelt and beautifully simple, fresh, local, and always full of flavour. From sun-drenched brunches under the trees to candlelit dinners beneath a canopy of stars, every meal is thoughtfully prepared and unhurried.
Ingredients are seasonal, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the experience is as nourishing to the soul as it is to the palate. Here, dining is not just a necessity, it’s a celebration of place and moment.
Jacana offers a slower, more intimate Delta experience, perfect for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
Explore the dry fingers of the Delta on thrilling game drives, especially during the low-water season. Discover big game, hidden tracks, and the wild beauty of the floodplain.
Experience the Delta the traditional way—by mokoro. Drift silently through lily-filled waters and enjoy close-up encounters with frogs, birds, and water-loving creatures.
Glide across shimmering lagoons and narrow channels, uncovering secret corners of the Delta only accessible by boat. A peaceful, immersive way to take in the landscape.
Cast your line in the quiet waters of the Delta during fishing season. Jacana offers rewarding catch-and-release opportunities for beginners and seasoned anglers alike.
Step quietly into the wilderness with our expert guides and uncover the smaller details of the Delta—tracks, plants, birds, and the stories written into the earth.
Scenic helicopter flights provide a breathtaking aerial perspective of the Okavango Delta’s vast beauty, winding channels, floodplains, and wildlife-dotted landscapes.
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Tubu Tree is known for its rich game viewing, changing landscapes, and classic safari style.
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While Jacana Camp offers an unforgettable blend of luxury and wilderness, the journey doesn’t end here. Each of our sister camps reveals a unique facet of the Okavango Delta
Explore our other camps and find the one that speaks to your spirit of adventure.
Far from the crowds and deep within the Delta, Jacana Camp captures the subtle, soul-stirring beauty of Botswana’s wetlands. Every moment feels like a secret shared between you and the wild.
Let the stillness speak—discover Jacana.
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Plot 498, Riverside Ward, Maun, Botswana
Plot 498, Riverside ward, Maun, Botswana
Jao Reserve is dedicated to the conservation of the Okavango Delta and its unique ecosystem – the waters and the dry land, and the plants, birds and wildlife that call it home.
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