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Okavango Horse Safaris

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All you need to know

Intro

Cantering through the floodwaters alongside the elegant motion of a giraffe, gently ambling past a large breeding herd of elephants, spending a week or more building a relationship with your horse and with the unique ecosystem, these are experiences that can never be forgotten.

Highlights

The horses are hand-picked and responsive; the guides are passionate and committed, and understand every inch of their playground: the vast and ever-changing Okavango Delta.

Need To Know

Kujwana is a tented camp on the banks of the Xudum river, on an island with shallow malapos (seasonal flood plains) and lagoons in the surounding area. Built on wooden decking in a forest of large trees there are six Meru tents with large ensuite bathrooms. Small groups of 6 guests can arrive on a Saturday or a Tuesday. Guests are transferred to and from Maun by helicopter, a 30 minute flight, the perfect way to start your safari. We operate in 2 private concessions covering two and a half square kilometers in the Okavango Delta, a world Heritage site. The camp is solar powered and horse dung is recycled into Biogas which fuels gas stoves for cooking. Bio Rock (solar powered sewage system) cleans the waste water. We currently support 8 children in our sponsored education program, each child put forward by our employees. These children have the wonderful opportunity of private education and further studies. We have been in the Okavango Delta since 1986 and were the first Horse Safari Operation in Southern Africa

Safaris

Safaris are run from Kujwana camp with only 6 guests, on a 5 or 7 night safari, departing on a Saturday or a Tuesday. All safaris ride between Kujwana and Mokolwane camp in the middle of their stay. Guests have the opportunity to undertake game drives, mokoro trips, walks and boat rides as well as daily riding. The Okavango Delta’s water system creates a unique safari experience with guests enjoying wonderful canters through shallow water, mokoro trips, and even swimming alongside the horses during peak flood season.

Wildlife

The Okavango Delta is host to a hugely diverse array of flora and fauna. Large herds of elephant, zebra, giraffe, buffalo, tsessebe. Lechwe and impala are common place. Lions, leopards, wild dog and jackals (to name a few) are also regularly viewed. Rhino has been introduced. Exceptional birdlife including an endemic species The Slaty Eagret The delta also offers great birding opportunities due to the diverse habitat on offer.

Quick Facts

Region
Africa
Property Type
Safari Tented Camp ( less than 20 tents)
Average Stay

7 nights.

Average Price

2016 prices: Low season - 480.00GBP per person/night Mid season - 570.00GBP per person/night High season - 640.00GBP per person/night Includes: accommodation, meals, drinks, activities and VAT.

£70 pppn accomodation suppliment to stay in one of our luxury riverside suites.

Child Policy

We accept children over 12 years of age unless special arrangement is made with the camp for younger children and family groups. In order for a child to ride we ask for a letter confirming the child's competence from an independent equine professional.

Accommodation

Accommodation at Kujwana camp is in 4 luxury Meru tents, each equipped with a verandah and en-suite along side 2 spacious river side suites. The camp has a covered main area and bar as well as a library and treehouse which has wonderful views over the Xudum river and is an ideal place to relax in the afternoons. Accomodation at Mokolwane camp is in five treehouses, each equipped with an en-suite and open verandah. The camp has wonderful views of the Matsibe river with a raised dinning area affording spectacular views. All accommodation has hot and cold running water, flush toilets and a daily laundry service. Locally produced organic toiletries are provided. 

Accolades

Good Safari Awards:

Best Riding Safari Winner 2013

Best riding Safari Botswana Winner 2014

Best Riding Safari Africa and Botswana Winner 2015

Best Riding Safari Botswana 2016

Season

Winter - June & July: Pleasant and dry during the day with cold nights. Sunshine everyday. Spring - August - October: Water peaks during August and then begins to drop. Temperatures becoming hot. Summer - November: Very hot with low water levels. Autumn - March & April: Last of the rains during March with temperatures dropping towards the end of April. Flood - starts during May creating exceptional game viewing opportunities as it moves through the area.

Region
Africa
Property Type
Safari Tented Camp ( less than 20 tents)
Best Riding Safari

Three visits. Paradise

TF
10-03-2024 @ 11:50am
Best Riding Safari

Definitely the best riding safari

JP from United Kingdom
25-02-2024 @ 4:17pm
Best Riding Safari

The horses were so well cared for and I loved everyone I rode!

LA
14-09-2020 @ 8:50pm
Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

Their commitment to helping the wildlife through the drought with the drilling of bore holes is hugely commendable

LA
14-09-2020 @ 8:48pm
Best Riding Safari

The quality and care of the horses surpasses that of many in most countries worldwide. Barney's knowledge and way of passing that on to the horse staff ensures every ride is a thrilling one for guests and horse

LK
14-09-2020 @ 5:37pm
Best Safari Cuisine

The cook and her ladies serve up such varied, delicious meals out in the middle of nowhere

LK
14-09-2020 @ 5:34pm
Best Community Focused Safari Property

Barney and PJ provide employment for local staff and help sponsor the staff childrens education

LK
14-09-2020 @ 5:32pm
Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

So much care is taken to have as little effect on the environment as possible

LK
14-09-2020 @ 5:31pm
Best Safari Property Design

Both main camps are so well laid out that you get a wonderful experience whether in any of the main areas or from your own chalet

LK
14-09-2020 @ 5:29pm
Best Safari Property Location

So remote, is Heaven on earth

LK
14-09-2020 @ 5:27pm
Best Riding Safari

Exceptional experience in every way - horses, tack, guides, wildlife, area, food, accommodation. No wonder people never want to go home. People to mention - where shall I being - Barney & PJ, Rodgers, Person

AR
14-09-2020 @ 5:00pm
Best Safari Cuisine

Under Koshunda's critical and capable eye, the kitchen unfailingly turns out delicious and nutritious meals with flair and elegance

AR
14-09-2020 @ 4:53pm
Best Community Focused Safari Property

Staff, many of whom have been with the company all their working lives, are considered part of the family. OHS supports them through many critical life stages. OHS runs a sponsored education programme for the

AR
14-09-2020 @ 4:48pm
Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

Nothing goes to waste and every effort is made to maximise the energy available for conversion. Camp runs on solar power, Biorock is used to convert waste to grey water, Biogas is used to convert waste to cook

AR
14-09-2020 @ 4:42pm
Best Riding Safari

The team were incredible, Barney was incredibly knowledgeable and clearly had a deep love and care for the horses, who were all incredibly well looked after and very well schooled making it an unforgettable exp

AW from United Kingdom
14-09-2020 @ 4:41pm
Best Safari Cuisine

Percy did an amazing Braai!

AW from United Kingdom
14-09-2020 @ 4:38pm
Best Value Safari Property

Personalised attention like this is rare indeed, no matter how much you spend

AR
14-09-2020 @ 4:22pm
Best Safari Property Design

Private, safe, secluded and connected. Understated luxury, elegant design, integration with the environment.

AR
14-09-2020 @ 4:21pm
Best Safari Property Location

Totally wild and remote, bounded by three different river systems, their area offers variety in terrain, flora and fauna.

AR
14-09-2020 @ 4:15pm
Best Safari Property Location

Wonderful compfortable tents with an awesome view into the wild heart of Botswana! Percy,, Kathryn, Sixteen and Boy and all ihre rest of the stuff care for all your needs, whatever it may be. It feels like stay

NM from Germany
14-09-2020 @ 4:04pm
Best Safari Property Location

Wonderful compfortable tents with an awesome view into the wild heart of Botswana! Percy, Rodgers, Kathryn, Sixteen and Boy and all ihre rest of the stuff care for all your needs, whatever it may be. It feels l

NM from Germany
14-09-2020 @ 3:56pm

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