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Jao Camp
$1,950 - $4,000
per person sharing
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At A Glance
$1,950 - $4,000
Per Person Sharing
Destinations
Children Under 12 Welcome
Accommodation Highlights
Remote island setting in a private concession
Fantastic game sightings, including rare sitatunga antelopes
Spacious, private & luxurious safari suites, individually decorated
Year-round water-based game activities
One of Botswana's best spas
Exceptional predator action
Bush Buddy programme for children
Two-bedroom exclusive-use villas perfect for families
Overview of Jao Camp
Botswana, Okavango Delta
Set on a remote island and accessible only by air, Jao Camp is situated in the heart of the Okavango Delta and ensures a private and secluded experience in a classic African wilderness. Built on several levels and decorated with local carvings and artwork, Jao Camp also features what is considered one of the best spas in Botswana and breath-taking scenery.
Head off in open 4×4 vehicles in search of the area’s abundant wildlife: there is a wide range of savannah species, wetland specialists – like the endangered sitatunga antelope – and predators such as lion, leopard and hyena, as well as excellent birding. Set out in the evening for a night drive to spot the area’s more elusive nocturnal creatures, explore the Delta’s never-ending waterways on a guided mokoro (dug-out canoe) or explore nearby islands on foot, one of the best way to soak up the Okavango Delta’s astounding natural beauty from another angle.
Young guests are looked after as part of the Bush Buddy programme that is tailored to appeal pre-teens as as well teenagers with a range of age-appropriate safari activities.
Bookings & Pricing
Competitive Rates For Unforgettable Experiences
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1 Jun 2026 - 31 Oct 2026
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1 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026
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20 Dec 2026 - 5 Jan 2027
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6 Jan 2027 - 31 Mar 2027
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1 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2027
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1 May 2027 - 31 May 2027
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1 Jun 2027 - 30 Sep 2027
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1 Oct 2027 - 31 Oct 2027
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1 Nov 2027 - 19 Dec 2027
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20 Dec 2027 - 5 Jan 2028
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Highlights & Activities
What's on offer whilst on this itinerary?
Remote island setting in a private concession
Fantastic game sightings, including rare sitatunga antelopes
Spacious, private & luxurious safari suites, individually decorated
Year-round water-based game activities
One of Botswana's best spas
Exceptional predator action
Bush Buddy programme for children
Two-bedroom exclusive-use villas perfect for families
Bird watching
Boat excursions
Boat-based safaris
Bush dining
Children's activities
Fishing
Full-day safaris
Game drives
Guided walking safaris
Mokoro trails
Night drives
Photographic safaris
Picnics
Star gazing
Sundowners
Rooms at Jao Camp
Unwind and relax, in your own private luxury
Suite
Elevated on stilts beneath a canopy of trees, each spacious Jao Suite has been beautifully designed to blend into its island setting while offering exceptional privacy and sweeping views across the Delta. The open-plan interior features a generous bedroom, lounge and dressing area, with full-height sliding doors opening the suite completely to the surrounding wilderness.
An expansive private deck overlooks the channels and floodplains and features a plunge pool and relaxing daybed – perfect for watching wildlife pass by. The luxurious en-suite bathroom includes a freestanding bathtub, double vanities and both indoor and outdoor showers.
Jao Villa
The two Jao Villas offer Jao Camp’s most exclusive safari experience, combining exceptional privacy with generous living spaces overlooking the floodplains. Each villa features two en-suite bedrooms, both with indoor and outdoor showers, a freestanding bath and a daybed that can convert into an additional bed for a younger guest.
At the heart of the villa, a shared lounge and dining area flows onto a private deck with a plunge pool and fire pit – an inviting space to gather while taking in the surrounding Delta wilderness.
A dedicated guide, chef and butler allow each stay to unfold entirely at your own pace, from private game-viewing activities to meals enjoyed in the villa. Guests also have full access to Jao’s spa, gym, gallery and main camp facilities.
General Facilities
Built on two levels, the central lodge has a tranquil sitting area, library and well-stocked safari shop on the ground floor that leads onto an extensive deck arranged around the firepit. An elaborate wooden staircase leads to the upper deck that features another lounge, a bar and dining area, all with endless vistas of the surrounding wetlands.
Choose from two refreshing plunge pools, connected to the main area by wooden walkways, and be sure to indulge in a massage treatment at the well-equipped spa, discreetly hidden among shady trees. There is a small gym for active guests.
The Bush Buddy programme assigns a specially trained mentor to children aged six to 17. Not only do they receive welcome backpacks on arrival but they are also entertained and educated with a host of activities like Bushman Walks, tracking lessons and antlion trapping.
Bar
Children's club
Gym
Library
Spa
Swimming pool
Dining
A light breakfast, gourmet brunch and delicious afternoon tea are served in the elevated dining room, surrounded by artwork and impressive views over the Okavango Delta. Bush breakfasts and picnics often await you deep in the wilderness.
Dinners are usually served under starry skies in the traditional boma where you can swap stories with other guests and guides over your 3-course meal. You may also choose to dine at your own table in the boma, or for an intimate and romantic dining experience, you may want to dine alfresco on your tent’s private deck.
Expert Opinion
We know because we go
Ashley Gerrand
Africa Safari Expert
Jao is a wonderful choice if you're after a more indulgent Okavango experience without losing that sense of being immersed in the wilderness. I love that you can explore the Delta both on land and on the water, then return to the camp for a little pampering. With its spa, wine cellar and inviting entertainment spaces, it's an ideal choice for couples or small families who appreciate the finer touches on safari.
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Traveller Reviews
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Jessica Robertson
employee
Jao Camp is ultra luxury in the truest form – wow-ing you around every corner. The grandeur of property starts from when you arrive to the library and a towering skeleton of a giraffe, moving to the main area built up into the trees and a staircase around a massive termite mound, with unique and beautiful furniture and decor throughout. The villas are enormous, overlooking open plains that is generally spotted with plains game so you can see animals from your room and main areas. Cooling systems in the rooms and main areas are a great reprieve from the summer heat. The food is fantastic and the staff are wonderful, ready to assist with any request and surprise you.
When in flood the concession will have an abundance of water but game viewing is still exciting with Hunda Island close by, also well known for common sightings of the elusive leopard. You will never want to leave.
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Steve Shippee
traveler
Great, great, great. Lodge, accommodations, guide, tracker, everyone.
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Milady Tshandu
employee
Fantastic option for couples looking for a luxury bush stay, offering both land and water activities. The lodge has suprising creature comforts in the bush which includes spa treatments, a wine cellar and an entertainment room.
BJ
Bob Jennings
traveler
All of the camps we visited (Jao, Kalahari Sands, and King’s Pool) were fantastic, the service and accommodations more than we expected, and the knowledgeable staff extremely helpful and informative.
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Gerben Kuijper
traveler
In Jao Camp we swapped cabins with one of the children since we originally were assigned the cabin furthest from the main building, which was somewhat demanding for old.
Jao also has great wildlife although less so the ‘cats’ like Kings Camp. Going with the flatbottom boats through the channels created a whole new and adventurous experience. We bumped into a wading elephant and hippo, both of them as scared for us as we for them. We found a herd of some 40 elephants swimming from shore to shore, small crocs, you name it. Highlight was served lunch on a platform in the middle of nowhere, overlooking the delta. Couldn’t be better.