Okavango Hidden Gems is guided by the philosophy and mantra of “Touch the Earth Lightly”. This influences everything we do and guided the design of our two intimate, experiential, luxurious tented camps. Located on a secluded concession in the southern region of the Okavango Delta, the camps are situated on a permanent channel, bordering Moremi Game Reserve, south of Chitabe. This concession offers an exciting, game-rich safari experience year-round. The vegetation and ecosystems of the area are incredibly varied – from open savannah dotted with acacia trees and grassy floodplains to permanent water channels and small islands to explore by mokoro. The camps work harmoniously with their surroundings and bring a new perspective to the safari experience with year-round mokoro, bush walks and game drives. CAMP MARU The design of Camp Maru is a deliberate return to the authentic safari camps of days gone by and, with just 6 luxurious tents, it offers one of the most intimate and exclusive safari experiences available in the Delta. The Camp is shaded by a grove of giant Leadwood trees on the edge of an expansive lagoon, filled with grunting hippos and fringed with waving papyrus. This permanent water source attracts many animals and birds, both great and small. Year-round water and land activities produce exceptional game viewing, with elephant, buffalo and wild dog sightings almost a daily occurrence.