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OVERVIEW ON STANLEY’S CAMP IN OKAVANGO DELTA
Stanley’s Camp is the home of the unique elephant interaction activity in partnership with the Living with Elephants foundation. The camp is built on a 260,000 acre private concession in the renowned Okavango Delta and is centred around a large sitting and dining area which affords magnificent views over the floodplains. Watch as big game march past, perhaps even catch a glimpse of the rare wild dog. Each of the eight canvas tents at Stanley’s Camp is individually designed but all have a classic and understated elegance that harks back to the explorers of the nineteenth century. Large wooden decks provide private areas for guests to relax in hammocks or enjoy pre-dinner cocktails. This intimate camp is gathered around a large sitting and dining area which affords magnificent views over the floodplains of the Okavango Delta. From the swimming pool, watch giraffe and other plains game march across the savannah. You might even catch a glimpse of rare wild dogs stalking the plains. This is one of the best places in the world for seeing buffalo in large numbers, with herds often exceeding 2,000.
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Location Of Stanley’s Camp
Located on a vast private concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve, Stanley’s Camp is located on the southern tip of Chief’s Island. This private community concession is by definition in a seasonal delta and the floodwaters usually arrive around June. Stanley’s has its own private airstrip which is located approximately 20 minutes from the camp. The camp is accessible by air from Maun (15 minutes), Kasane (1 hour 30 minutes) and all other delta camps.
Safari Experience At Stanley’s Camp
The game viewing around camp is thrilling. Water crossings are part of the adventure and watching zebra standing belly-deep grazing is a sight to see! Because Stanley’s Camp is set in a private concession, there is the opportunity to venture out after dark on night game drives to see the nocturnal animals that live here including bush baby, hyena and leopard. Guests can also explore the bush on foot with a walking safari. Stanley’s Camp and non-profit charity Living With Elephants invite you to explore Africa from an elephant’s perspective. Meet and interact with Jabu, Thembi and Morula, a trio of semi-habituated orphaned elephants, while walking in their gigantic and silent footsteps though the African wilderness. Exclusive to guests at Baines’ Camp and Stanley’s Camp, this is a truly uplifting experience.
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Activities At Stanley’s Camp
Game drives – Enjoy thrilling guided game drives lead by highly qualified professional guides in customized open 4 x 4 game viewing vehicles. Game drives are conducted in the early morning and evening.
Mokoro safaris – Explore the area up close with the gentle pace of a poled mokoro, a dugout local canoe (subject to delta water levels).
Walking safaris – As Stanley’s Camp is located on a private concession we can offer walking safaris. This is one of the best ways to see the bush.
Elephant Interaction Activity – Living with Elephants invite guests at Stanley’s Camp to explore Africa from an elephant’s perspective, walking in their gigantic and silent footsteps. The elephant interaction activity is very popular, and in order to avoid disappointment pre-booking is recommended. (Additional cost.)
Summary For Stanley’s Camp
- Stanley’s Camp is a tented camp located in a 260,000 acre private concession neighboring the Moremi Game Reserve
- Access is by air from Maun (15 minutes), Kasane (1 hour 30 minutes) and all other Delta camps
- Transfer time is approximately 50 minutes from the camp’s own registered private airstrip
- Eight classic safari canvas tents on elevated platforms with private wooden decks
- Hairdryer, ceiling fan and mosquito nets available in all tents
- Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner included in your stay
- Breakfast is served before the morning game activity. Lunch can be enjoyed back at the camp
- Afternoon tea is served before the afternoon game activity
- Evening game drives include classic sundowner cocktails and canapés at specially selected spots before returning to the camp for pre-dinner drinks and a three course dinner
- Romantic private dinners can be arranged upon request
- The camp offers morning and evening game drives in customized vehicles
- Mokoro excursions offer the perfect way to see the surrounding wildlife from a different perspective
- Guided walking safaris are available
- The Living with Elephants interaction activity affords a few people each day the opportunity to accompany a trio of elephants on their walk through the bush and see the wilds of Africa through the eyes of an elephant (additional cost)
- Children under 9 years are not accepted at Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp.
