Chief’s Camp, an A&K Sanctuary
Chief’s Camp, an A&K Sanctuary
Chief’s Camp, an A&K Sanctuary
Chief’s Camp, an A&K Sanctuary
Okavango Delta, Botswana
This intimate, handcrafted camp is set on the extravagantly beautiful Chief’s Island amid the vast watery splendor of the Okavango Delta. Its days as a royal hunting ground (hence its name) are over, but the island’s beauty remains and the wildlife flourishes – Chief’s Camp, in a luxuriantly leafy spot beside the water, is quite literally surrounded by what may well be the richest concentration of animals in Botswana, year-round. Dry season is the best time to see big cats; then as seasonal water levels rise, animals flock to the area, and the island is the ideal spot for wildlife to retreat to as they seek higher ground.
Naturally romantic setting on Chief’s Island, a jewel on the Okavango Delta and the 'predator capital' of Africa
The largest suites in the area, each with a wraparound terrace and private plunge pool
A rich array of wildlife almost literally on your doorstep, spot elephants ambling past as you dip in the main pool
Seasonal excursions in traditional mokoro canoes to explore the wetlands
Family-friendly with a dedicated children’s retreat, featuring a games room and interactive nature lessons
Wellness in the wild, with spa treatments, swimming pool and gym
4x4 adventures, walking safaris, night drives, mokoro excursions
Delicious cuisine and daily sundowners
All-natural spa treatments, plus pool and gym
Keep cool in the wild
THE SAFARI EXPERIENCE
The Safari Experience at Chief’s Camp
Pulse-quickening game viewing starts the minute you touch down here, as guides stop for any wildlife sightings on your transfer from the airstrip. Chief’s Camp is in a prime spot on Chief’s Island, known as having one of the best concentrations of animals in the Okavango. Days unfold in tandem with the abundant nature. Spot elephants wandering by as you sip morning coffee on your private deck, before your friendly guide arrives to pick you up for the first game drive. This island is known as the predator capital of Africa, so it’s likely you’ll see big cats as well as plains game – from leaping impala to leggy giraffes. Seasonal mokoro trips offer keen birdwatchers the chance to see fish eagles, bee-eaters and more. Afternoon is the time to fit in a spa treatment or dip in the pool, before drinks in the bush to watch the extraordinary neon orange sunset. Dinners served at camp have an added fun element that could be build-your-own pizza or a barbecue by the boma as the joyous sound of the staff singing carries out into the inky stillness.
Abundant nature is all around at this unfenced camp, as elephants wander past en route to the waterhole and lions may even feast nearby on a kill
Spot big cats and big game in 4x4s, listen out for rare bird calls in a seasonal mokoro (canoe) and take in the great expanse of the delta in a helicopter
Build your own pizza to be cooked in the wood-fired oven or eat traditional food with your feet in the sand on barbecue night by the boma
Each suite has a splash pool on the private deck, pampering awaits with all-natural treatments in the spa and there’s a gym for guests keen to work out
Enhance your stay with these extraordinary experiences
Game Drives
Mokoro Excursions
Scenic Helicopter Flights*
Handbuilt wooden camp overlooking the delta
Woody, luminous, airy, with high ceilings, exposed beams and tidily thatched roofs – Chief’s Camp is a beautifully executed contemporary take on traditional safari style. Located on the north edge of Chief’s Island, the stilted camp overlooks the sprawling waterways of the Okavango Delta and its rich rollcall of wildlife, giving guests front-row seats to the permanent natural spectacle that plays out just beyond the terrace.
Though its rich royal heritage is referenced throughout, the camp today embraces a contemporary take on classic safari style. Wood is used generously, from the jackalberry logs hollowed out to make the traditional mokoros, to the whitewoods used to fashion the main bar where sundowners are served. Tactile woven rugs and sumptuous seating soften the living areas, with beaded chandeliers and wall-hangings rooting the decor in local craftsmanship. Accommodation is in 10 private thatched pavilions and the two-bedroom Geoffrey Kent Suite – all of which have their own private wraparound terrace with a close-to-nature outdoor shower, a plunge pool and panoramic views, so wildlife sightings are never far away. And if the sights and sounds of the Okavango aren’t soothing enough, the on-site spa offers environmentally conscious Africology treatments, rejuvenating facials, and therapeutic remedies to help guests fully unwind.
A stilted sanctuary in Botswana’s Okavango Delta
Chief’s Island is one of the largest and most historically significant islands in the Moremi Game Reserve – located in the heart of the UNESCO-listed Okavango Delta, the largest inland delta on earth. The grassy plains flood seasonally and, between May and September, are in most years transformed into a 5,800-square-mile patchwork of winding waterways, lily-scattered lagoons and tiny islands, teeming with wildlife – elephants, lions and resident and migratory birds in particular. Chief’s Camp is an oasis within this oasis, where low-impact luxury meets grand-scale wilderness in view of a well-loved waterhole.
2026
Chief's Camp Offers
Stay longer, pay less at A&K Sanctuary in Africa
The longer you stay, the more rewarding the journey. Enjoy savings of up to 25% when combining nights across A&K Sanctuary properties — perfect for multi-stop safaris or extended escapes.
Save on a safari honeymoon with A&K Sanctuary
Begin married life in the wild. Newlyweds receive 50% off one partner’s stay, transforming an already unforgettable safari into a once-in-a-lifetime beginning.
Solo Traveller Offer with A&K Sanctuary
Freedom, rewarded. Travel solo without the extra cost during selected seasons, opening the door to spontaneous journeys and independent exploration — without compromise.
Stay 5 nights, pay 4 in Africa
Linger a little longer. Spend five nights at our safari camps and lodges and enjoy your fifth night on us — a gift of unhurried sundowners, extra game drives and deeper connection to place.
Children Stay Free with A&K Sanctuary in Africa
Safari is even better when shared. For every full-paying adult, one child stays free — making 2026 an ideal year for meaningful family adventures across Africa.
Stay 3, Pay 2 at Chief's Camp
Savor one more sunset at the Okavango Delta, with extra time to view exceptional wildlife. Valid for bookings made and journeys taken before 31 December 2026.
Stay 6 nights, pay 4 in Southern Africa
Spend three nights at Chief’s Camp, plus three or more nights in Sussi & Chuma Lodge, Stanley’s Camp or Okahirongo Elephant Lodge and enjoy your first and final nights on us – plus one complimentary spa treatment at Chief's Camp
Plan your trip for
Apr 1 - May 31, 2026
All meals and beverages
Game drives, mokoro excursions and stargazing
Transfers to/from the nearest local airstrip
Emergency medical evacuation, and laundry services
Geoffrey Kent Suite includes: Private vehicle, guide, chef, waiter and housekeeper
All meals and beverages
Game drives, mokoro excursions and stargazing
Transfers to/from the nearest local airstrip
Emergency medical evacuation, and laundry services
Geoffrey Kent Suite includes: Private vehicle, guide, chef, waiter and housekeeper
Park fees
International and domestic flights, and road transfers to and from other camps and lodges
Travel insurance, boutique purchases, spa treatments, gratuities, and all other items of a personal nature
Park fees
International and domestic flights, and road transfers to and from other camps and lodges
Travel insurance, boutique purchases, spa treatments, gratuities, and all other items of a personal nature
Prices per person per night. Prices are in USD.
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