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Children 06 years and older are accommodated.
Qorokwe
The area comprises 26 180 hectares (64 692 acres) of scattered acacia woodland, occasional wetland and seasonal floodplains. The concession is situated in the south-eastern part of the Okavango Delta and is separated from the well-known Moremi Game Reserve by the Gomoti Channel. The Santantadibe River forms part of the western boundary of the concession and is typical habitat of the Okavango Delta, with seasonal palm-dotted islands, wooded islands, tranquil waterways and dry woodland areas. This ensures a year-round, diverse variety of wildlife and birding habitats that make Qorokwe unique.
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Reviews4/6
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Vacation Style Adult Group
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Camp Size 20 guests
All about Qorokwe
In addition to Qorokwe’s commitment to a light carbon footprint, including 100% solar-generated power, this camp plays an important role in the empowerment of local communities through job creation and other income-generating opportunities.
The name Qorokwe means “the place where the buffalo broke through the bush into the water" evoking the high-density game area in which this camp is situated. It owes its productivity to a mix of habitat types that lie between its western and eastern borders: the Santantadibe and Gomoti Channels respectively.
The area comprises 26 180 hectares (64 692 acres) of scattered acacia woodland, occasional wetland and seasonal floodplains. The concession is situated in the south-eastern part of the Okavango Delta and is separated from the well-known Moremi Game Reserve by the Gomoti Channel. The Santantadibe River forms part of the western boundary of the concession and is typical habitat of the Okavango Delta, with seasonal palm-dotted islands, wooded islands, tranquil waterways and dry woodland areas. This ensures a year-round, diverse variety of wildlife and birding habitats that make Qorokwe unique.
The variety of habitats in the Qorokwe Concession allows for good concentrations of larger predators – lion, leopard, spotted hyaena, cheetah and wild dog – as well as herbivores such as giraffe, buffalo, lechwe, tsessebe, impala and elephant. The pristine floodplains are home to curious red lechwe and gnarled buffalo bulls, whence the name Qorokwe is derived: “The place where the buffalo broke through the bush into the water.” Aside from the buffalo, elephant are a feature of this classic Okavango Delta setting
About the camp
Activities
- Day & night game drives in 05 x 10-seater open 4x4 Land Cruisers each accommodating a maximum of 07 guests and allowing each guest an outside seat (including the passenger seat).
- Private activities on offer (subject to vehicle availability which needs to be booked and paid for).
- Water based activities in 04 x 02-seater mokoro and 01 x 06-seater boat (water levels permitting and subject to availability).
- Hot water bottles, blankets and ponchos are provided on game drives whenever needed.
- Full day excursion to Gomoti plains including a picnic lunch.
- Guided nature walks (on request and seasonal – during the transition season of March to June, flora in the area flourishes, giving predators ample coverage and making walking conditions unfavourable), as well as subject to discretion of the Camp Manager.
- Birding (Internationally Recognised IBA – Important Birding Area). OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES AT AN ADDITIONAL COST
- Scenic helicopter flights ranging in duration from 30, 45 to 60 minutes - with guest numbers as a minimum 02 and a maximum up to 05 or 06 depending on the helicopter used; half day (morning or afternoon).
- Tsodilo Hills (UNESCO World Heritage Site) excursion to learn more about Botswana and the history of the San Bushmen - with guest numbers as a minimum of 02 and a maximum of 10 (via scenic helicopter flights only).
Camp Facilities
- Dining, lounge and bar areas with fire places and relaxation areas (including hanging beds) on elevated wooden platforms overlooking a productive lagoon.
- Evening fire-pit area on ground level.
- Pool in main area.
- Safari Trading Store.
- Pizza oven.
- Traditional boma for dining under the stars.
- Guest toilet in main area.
- Early morning wake-up call. Morning wake-up and activity times vary according to the seasons, activities on offer and wildlife sightings.
- Light breakfast before departing on the morning activity.
- Return to camp for a meal and rest period
- Meet for afternoon tea before departing on the activity
- Return to camp – freshen up or meet for drinks, followed by dinner and thereafter, perhaps a nightcap
Couple enjoying the spectacular view
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Accomodation
Qorokwe Camp combines a contemporary style with a classic bush feel. Its eight tented suites (as well as one very spacious family unit with its own splash pool) are well shaded and catch the prevailing breeze. The whole camp, including the magnificent main area, overlooks a lagoon and its infinity pool is a focal point for the expansive views.
Number of tents
- 09 x units in total comprising:
- 08 x twin-bedded luxury canvas-style tented accommodations, with two three quarter beds.
- 01 x family unit consisting of two bedrooms each with two three quarter beds, in each tent and each with their own en-suite facilities. Main bathroom with an indoor shower, indoor bath, double basin vanity and separate toilet. Second bathroom with an indoor shower, single basin vanity and separate toilet. Shared entrance, shared lounge/dining areas, with fireplace, shared outdoor deck with lounges and private plunge pool.
- Mattress converters are available that transform twin beds into king-size beds. To be arranged prior to arrival
Tent Descriptions
- Canvas tented accommodation on a raised wooden deck and sandy pathways on the ground.
- Each tent comprises en-suite facilities with separate toilet, indoor shower with an inward opening door which gives the illusion of an outdoor shower experience, indoor bath, double vanity basin, private viewing deck with outdoor seating area, indoor lounge area, luggage rack, mosquito screen sliding doors and mosquito net, writing desk and chair, tea and coffee making facilities, electronic safe, multi-plug adaptor with USB points, an umbrella, yoga mat, weights and hairdryer.
- During winter months, hot water bottles and extra blankets are provided.
- Complimentary in-tent Wi-Fi.
- No air-conditioning, however, ceiling and pedestal fans are provided in all the rooms.
- Bathrobes, slippers, liquid soap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner, body lotion, room spray, insect repellent, insect spray, shower caps, vanity kit, tissue dispenser, washing detergent (on request), sewing kit (on request) and laundry bag are supplied in each room.
Electricity & Water
Child Policy
For families travelling with children between 06 and 12 years of age, private activities need to be booked and paid for.
Children between 06 and 16 years of age must share with an adult/s in the same room.
The minimum age for boating activities (water levels permitting) is 06 years.
The minimum age for walking (seasonal and subject to the availability of a qualified walking guide) and mokoro activities (water levels permitting) is 13 years.
Laundry Facilities
Laundry services are provided on a daily basis (weather permitting) and included on the FI rate basis. A mesh laundry bag is supplied for ‘smalls’ so that guests may place their underwear in this bag which will be machine washed and returned in the mesh bag. Environmentally friendly detergent is available in the rooms. Note that laundry services may be limited as a result of water shortages.
Gratuities Guidelines
We would like to reiterate that tipping is not compulsory. Please do not feel obliged to do so, tipping should be undertaken only by choice, subject to the service received. In addition, you may wish to add a nominal amount for incidentals, ranging between USD 15.00 to USD 30.00 per day (subject to personal budget choice) – i.e. if additional activities are booked once on your journey, if travel arrangements change for any reason, in acknowledgement of good service received in another area, etc.
Guides and Specialist Guides – We recommend USD 10.00 per guest per day.
Mokoro Paddlers – We recommend that each paddler receive USD 5.00 per guest per day.
The General Safari Camp Staff – We recommend about USD 10.00 per guest per day for safari camps. This should be placed in the communal tipping box to be distributed equally amongst all the staff.
| Departure Dates Confirmed Dates | Trip Status Trip Status | Price (PP) Including Flights | Price (PP) Excluding Flights | |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,779 |
$3,170 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$2,679 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$1,779 |
$3,470 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available |
$2,779 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$3,779 |
$4,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,879 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,679 |
$1,970 |
|
Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$4,779 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$5,779 |
$3,270 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,779 |
$3,970 |
100% solar powered.
Our hot water is heated by means of Thermodynamic Solar Energie units. This system uses very little energy and combined with the thermodynamic solar panel guarantees hot water and helps mitigate the camp’s carbon emissions.
220V multi-plug adaptor charging facilities for mobile devices. Additional charging facilities (available on request) for the use of sleep apnoea machines (guests to provide own device, spare batteries, charging unit and adaptors).