Duba Plains Suite

Complete privacy, outstanding wildlife and the freedom of your own guide define The Duba Plains Suite, an exclusive-use safari retreat in Botswana's Okavango Delta.

Occupying a secluded position among floodplains, palm-fringed islands and permanent waterways, The Duba Plains Suite offers a safari shaped entirely around your own interests. Home to exceptional populations of elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, giraffe, tsessebe and red lechwe, this remarkable corner of the Delta delivers rewarding wildlife encounters throughout the seasons while allowing families and friends to experience one of Botswana's finest wilderness areas at their own pace.

Lodging

Designed exclusively for families or small groups, the suite features two spacious en-suite bedrooms connected by a generous central lounge and dining pavilion. Raised beneath light canvas on wraparound timber decking, the interiors blend handcrafted furniture, rich textiles, polished timber and elegant antiques with expansive indoor and outdoor living spaces.

Private plunge pools, deep soaking baths, indoor and outdoor showers and broad verandas create a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere, while uninterrupted views across the floodplains ensure the surrounding landscape remains part of everyday life.

Dining

Your own private chef and host ensure every meal is arranged around the rhythm of your safari. Breakfast can be enjoyed after sunrise game drives, lunch served back at the suite or out in the bush, while evenings end with beautifully prepared dinners beneath Botswana's star-filled skies.

An excellent wine selection, fresh seasonal ingredients and attentive yet discreet service make dining every bit as memorable as the wildlife encounters between meals.

Safari Experience

Every stay includes a dedicated guide and private safari vehicle, giving complete flexibility to explore without fixed schedules or shared activities. Early morning, afternoon and full-day game drives follow wildlife movements across open grasslands, seasonal floodplains and river channels, with each outing tailored to current sightings and your own interests. Large herds of buffalo and elephant are seen regularly, while lions, leopards and spotted hyenas remain among the Delta's most sought-after predators.

Beyond traditional game drives, guided walks reveal the finer details of the bush, from animal tracks and birdlife to the remarkable plants that sustain this thriving ecosystem. When water levels allow, boating excursions and traditional mokoro journeys provide a quieter perspective of the Delta, gliding through reed-lined channels where hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife thrive. Seasonal catch-and-release fishing and scenic helicopter flights offer yet another way to appreciate the scale and beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Photography is a particular strength. Purpose-built Land Cruisers feature raised roofs, individual bucket seats and specialist camera supports, while professional camera equipment and binoculars are available throughout your stay. Whether capturing dramatic predator encounters or the softer light across the floodplains at sunrise and sunset, every element has been designed to help guests make the most of their time in the bush.

Wildlife & Seasons

The annual flood continually reshapes the landscape, ensuring no two safaris are ever quite the same. Rising waters gather wildlife onto islands and higher ground, often creating superb predator activity, while the drier months see vast herds spread across open grasslands in search of fresh grazing. Excellent birdlife, permanent waterways and healthy populations of plains game ensure rewarding wildlife viewing at any time of year.

Location

The Duba Plains Suite enjoys a secluded setting within the northern Okavango Delta, surrounded by palm islands, seasonal floodplains and permanent waterways. This extraordinary wilderness supports one of Botswana's richest wildlife populations, providing an exceptional setting for an exclusive safari where every day unfolds entirely at your own pace.

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