Stanley’s Camp

Stanley’s Camp is situated in a private concession, south of both Moremi Game Reserve and the Chitabe Concession. Although this concession is one of the furthest from the the Okavango’s Panhandle, the source of the Delta’s waters, there is no lack of beautiful riverine forests and floodplains here. The camp is known for its superb elephant activity.

The enormous main area at Stanley’s Camp has a very high tented ceiling, which is secured by large poles. With the height of the ceiling rising to 30 feet, it’s a spectacular design.

The main deck is raised off the ground underneath the canopy of tent, and there are stairs up to the large dining area, then a couple more steps to the smaller main sitting area. This is decorated with artefacts, including some fascinating black-and-white photos of the area. There is also a small library, and a shop with local arts and crafts, trinkets and books, plus useful items such as clothes, camera film and batteries – all displayed in glass-fronted cabinets. In front of the tent, steps lead down to a grassy area with a campfire and directors’ chairs, where drinks can be taken before dinner.

The eight rooms at Stanley’s are reached by sandy, shady pathways and each room overlooks the plain in front of camp, while being set in the tree-line to maximize the shade. The rooms are structured tents with poles, raised on wooden decking. There is a large deck at the front of each room with a hammock, comfortable chairs and a table, and tree squirrels scamper across the decks and play in the hammocks.

The front of each tent features four large canvas panels separated by wooden frames. Each panel has a large screen window, and the middle two panels function as a door leading into the tent. Inside the room there are two wooden bedsteads with bedside tables and built-in electric reading lamps. The beds are very comfortable, with white cotton bedding and cheesecloth blankets. On the left of the tent there is a tray table with ice bucket, water and glasses. On the opposite side of the room is a chair and desk, on which we found a lamp, a leatherbound folder, some stationery, and an emergency radio – complete with a laminated note of detailed procedures and signals for fire drills and first aid. It noted clearly that walking alone outside after dark is strictly forbidden.

*For a full list of available activities, the best time of the year to visit, and any other relevant enquiries, please contact a Sister Hippo Travel Consultant!