An exclusive island retreat offering immersive Okavango Delta experiences.
BrandWilderness Safaris
DestinationOkavango Delta
RegionAfrica
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingIsland
Best ForNature Lovers, Luxury Seekers, Eco-Conscious Travelers
PrivacyHigh (Private Entrances)
ServiceFull Concierge
ButlerOn-Request
Private PoolAll Villas
Situated on a remote island in Botswana's Okavango Delta, Jao Camp by Wilderness Safaris epitomizes the fusion of luxury and wilderness. Rebuilt in 2019, the camp features elegant villas and suites that reflect a modern design ethos while adhering to sustainable practices. Each accommodation offers
Key Features
Spa
gym
private plunge pools
mokoro excursions
boat safaris
game drives
eco-friendly initiatives
community engagement
Dining
Main Dining Area - International Cuisine
Signature Experience
Gliding silently through the Delta's waterways on a traditional mokoro, surrounded by abundant wildlife.
To experience the Okavango Delta's diverse ecosystems in unparalleled luxury and seclusion.
Signature Suite: Jao Villa
Two bedrooms, private vehicle, chef, butler, expansive living areas
Best time: June through October provides the Okavango Delta's finest luxury safari conditions, with the annual flood creating extraordinary water-based game viewing and the dry season concentrating Africa's most impressive wildlife around permanent water sources.
Demand: The Okavango consistently ranks as Africa's most sought-after luxury safari destination, maintaining premium demand year-round at the finest private concession camps. June through October commands maximum rates and earliest bookings from dedicated luxury safari travelers.
Pricing: Ultra-luxury private concession camps in the Okavango Delta command rates among Africa's highest, often exceeding $3,000 per person per night all-inclusive. Peak season from July through September requires booking 12-24 months in advance at the most exclusive camps, with a 3-night minimum stay stand
Insider tip: Request the camp manager's private mokoro route through the deepest papyrus channels at dawn - a 3-hour private glide through ancient waterways that only the most experienced polers know, arriving at a secret hippo pool for breakfast served on a floating wooden platform before any other guests wake.
Avoid: Avoid the brief shoulder period of November through January when the rains begin and some camps transition or close for the wet season, though green season camps offer extraordinary biodiversity with newborn animals and vibrant birdlife.
