"Gunns Camp Okavango Delta"
Botswana
Okavango Delta Gunns Camp Chiefs Island.
Overlooking
the legendary Chiefs Island and bordering the Moremi Game Reserve,
Gunn’s Camp is one of the last few remaining luxury vintage safari
camps, set under leafy palms and African Ebony to blend naturally with
its unique surroundings.
Your African
experience starts with a twenty-minute light aircraft transfer from
Maun over the southwestern Delta, taking in the magnificence of the
winding, papyrus fringed channels that make up one of the worlds
greatest wet land wonders. You will also be able to see some of
Botswana’s most celebrated animals from your seat – 500 FT above
the ground.
Here you will be
met at our private airstrip by our Camp Managers, and taken to our
elevated main lodge area for a welcoming refreshment, and then shown
to your en-suite spacious tented accommodation, which consists of
seven spacious, Kenya - style tents. For those wanting a bit more
romance, we have an elevated thatched honeymoon chalet overlooking the
main channel of the Delta, with a private veranda. At Gunn’s Camp we
have achieved a fine balance of comfort without isolating one’s self
from the sights and sounds of nature.
The main activities
are mokoro (traditional dug out canoes) powerboat excursions, and
guided game walks with our experienced guides who have spent their
lives accumulating knowledge and understanding of the complex
ecosystem of the Okavango Delta. As they show how to silently observe
nature with minimal impact you will begin to realize the privilege and
quiet excitement of being in one of those places that makes memories
for you.
Chiefs Island where
your activities take place offers one the of largest populations of
African wildlife in the Delta area. Sightings may include lion ,
leopard , elephant , buffalo and packs of wild dog running across the
plains of the Delta. Our concession is also home to hippo , crocodiles
, plains zebra and a variety of buck ,including the red lechwe.
Gunn’s Camp is
renowned for being a birders paradise, with over 240 species of bird
including the rare Pel’s Fishing Owl and the endangered Wattled
Crane.
In the evenings you
can relax in our elevated main lodge, or lie in the swimming pool
sipping your drink watching the majesty of the African sunset, whilst
reflecting on your day with fellow guests.
Activities
are dependent on water levels and may be restricted Jan - May.
The
Facts: Gunn's Camp
GUNN’S MAIN CAMP
SPECIALS:
4 Nights / 5 days – Total cost per person sharing:
US$1522.00
Single supplement: US$682.00
3 Nights / 4 days – Total cost per person sharing:
US$1197.00
Single Supplement: US$512.00
2 Nights / 3 days – Total cost per person sharing:
US$871.00
Single Supplement: US$341.00
Valid 01 November 2007 until 31 May 2008
What the package
includes:
- Scenic air transfer from Maun to Gunn’s
Main Camp, Okavango Delta,
- En-suite accommodation at Gunn’s Main
Camp,
- All meals,
- Drinks, teas and coffees,
- Park fees,
- Guided walks, mokoro excursions and
powerboat excursions,
- Scenic air transfer from Gunn’s Main
Camp to Maun.
What the package
excludes:
- Visas and travel documents,
- International flights,
- Travel insurance,
- Gratuities and items of a personal nature,
Location/Access:
Gunn's Camp is accessed by a light aircraft (generally a Cessna 206)
from Maun, the flight is approximately 20 minutes over the
south-western Delta. It is also possible to fly from other areas of
Botswana, (contact the Sales office for details). There is a strict
luggage restriction on the flight, 10kg plus hand luggage, in soft
manageable bags (back packs, rucksacks, duffle bags are highly
recommended, please do not bring samsonite suitcases). Excess luggage
can be stored in our Maun office whilst you are in the delta.
Accommodation
Gunns Camp:
Gunn's Main Camp accommodation is in 7 luxury meru tents with ensuite
bathrooms, there is a combination of twin and double bedded tents, so
please request your preference. In addition there is an elevated
honeymoon suite under thatch with a private balcony. Contact our Sales
Office for details on honeymoon packages. All tents have lighting
provided by generated electricity. Towels and a laundry service are
included in your stay.
Inclusions:
En-suite Tented accommodation, meals, selected local beverages,
activities and National Park fees.
Amenities:
Elevated lounge and dining area, small library with reference books,
swimming pool, boma area and laundry service. Video batteries can be
recharged, an adaptor is provided at camp.
Child
Policy:
Children over the age of 10 years are accepted on application and are
under the full
responsibility of their parents/guardians.
A
Typical Day:
A light or full cooked breakfast is served to fit in with your
activities. A morning activity is taken - as planned with your
guide/Camp Managers and return to camp for lunch and a siesta.
Afternoon tea is served, after which you can enjoy an afternoon
activity until sunset, where you return to camp as per the regulations
of Moremi Game Reserve. A three course dinner in the dinning room or a
BBQ dinner at the campfire is served and the evening can be enjoyed
relaxing in the lounge or around the campfire. It is also an option to
take a full day trip with picnic lunch if planned with the Camp
Managers.
Communication:
Radio access to Maun.
Power:
Generator driven. –
12 VOLT
Access is by motor
boat and is a 4 hour scenic trip from Maun
through the southwestern Delta.
Your
wilderness experience starts as you leave Maun on a 80KM boat ride
into the heart of the Okanango
Or by Flight.
Your African
experience starts with a twenty-minute light aircraft transfer from
Maun over the southwestern Delta, taking in the magnificence of the
winding, papyrus fringed channels that make up one of the worlds
greatest wet land wonders. You will also be able to see some of
Botswana’s most celebrated animals from your seat – 500 FT above
the ground.
Gunns Bush Camp Antelope & Buffalo level:.
GUNN’S BUSH CAMP – Rates valid 01 November until 31 May 2008
5 Nights / 6 days - ANTELOPE LEVEL =
Total cost per person sharing: US$1356.00
Single Supplement additional US$690.00
5 Nights / 6 days - BUFFALO LEVEL = Total
cost per person sharing: US$1085.00
Single Supplement additional US$540.00
4 Nights / 5 days - ANTELOPE LEVEL =
Total cost per person sharing: US$1130.00
Single Supplement additional US$550.00
4 Nights / 5 days - BUFFALO LEVEL = Total
cost per person sharing: US$913.00
Single Supplement additional US$432.00
3 Nights / 4 days - ANTELOPE LEVEL =
Total cost per person sharing: US$904.00
Single Supplement additional US$415.00
3 Nights / 4 days - BUFFALO LEVEL = Total
cost per person sharing: US$737.00
Single Supplement additional US$324.00
2 Nights / 3 days - ANTELOPE LEVEL =
Total cost per person sharing: US$678.00
Single Supplement additional US$275.00
2 Nights / 3 days - BUFFALO LEVEL = Total
cost per person sharing: US$570.00
Single Supplement additional US$216.00
Included:
Scenic air transfer from Maun to Gunn’s Bush Camp,
Tented accommodation,
All meals,
Park Fees,
Guided walks and mokoro excursions (water levels permitting),
Scenic air transfer from
Gunn’s Bush Camp to Maun.
Excluded:
Drinks,
Towels,
Gratuities,
Items of a personal nature.
Gunn's Bush Camp is a secluded private campsite on a palm studded
island in the Okavango Delta, overlooking Chiefs Island in the Moremi
Game Reserve. Access is by a 20 minute scenic flight by light aircraft
from Maun over the southwestern Delta. You will be met at the private
airstrip by the camp porters and taken to camp by foot (10 minute easy
walk) or mokoro (water levels depending). On arrival at Bush camp, our
friendly and helpful managers will show you around camp and spend some
time with you, going over any questions you may have. Bush Camp offers
an affordable Delta experience for those travelers wishing to explore
the true Delta. Mokoro excursions and game walks take place in the
Moremi on Chiefs island.
CAMP FACILITIES:
A platform deck overlooking the river and the cave bar which is built
on a termite hill. Meals will be served with other guests in the
dining room; recently renovated in the same style as the cave bar.
Relax in the heat of the day under the shady trees or take a
refreshing dip in the pool. There are shared bathroom facilities with
running hot/cold water and flush toilets.
Facilities in camp include a restaurant, cash bar, shady campsites,
game viewing deck, barbecue facilities, swimming pool, and dry goods
store with basic non -perishable provisions, flush toilets, and hot
water showers.. Activities focus on mokoro / game walk excursions on
the nearby game abundant flood plains with our experienced poler/guides.
Your wilderness experience starts as you leave camp on Mokoro (canoe)
and are gently poled through lily and reed lined waterways, stopping
for a guided walk where you may enjoy sightings of the larger
carnivores, plains game, elephant, buffalo, and perhaps the endangered
wild dog. Birders observations have included two hundred and fifty
species including the rare Pels Fishing Owl and endangered Wattled
Crane. Camping options are flexible and limited only to your sense of
adventure. You may combine any number of days and nights at our Bush
Camp and wilderness camps. We will provide all of your equipment for
you for your wilderness experience and at the bush camp.
Buffalo level Accommodation Gunns Bush Camp.
Uninterrupted by vehicles, this is a unique way to observe game at
Gunn's camp Botswana.
The
Following Gunns Camp Pictures were taken By
one of our clients Kul B Bathia in April 2007:
© Copyright Kul
B Bathia. Gunns April 2007.
© Copyright Kul
B Bathia. Gunns April 2007. Antelope level & Buffalo Level.
© Copyright Kul
B Bathia. Gunns April 2007. Flight over the Okavango to Gunns Camp
Botswana.
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