For anyone seeking the ultimate romantic safari holiday or honeymoon, it’s hard to go past Botswana’s Sanctuary Baines Camp.
The smallest and most intimate of Sanctuary Retreats’ African camps and lodges, according to Michael McCall, Director of Sales, Director of Sales – Australia, New Zealand & Asia, it is “hands down one of the most romantic retreats in Africa.”
“The Camp itself is an oasis of comfort set amongst the shady trees and sparkling waters of the remote Okavango Delta”, he says. “And then there is the star bath, a freestanding traditional Botswana-style zinc bathtub set out on your private deck, surrounded by lanterns – the perfect way to end a memorable day after returning from a night game drive!”
Reopened at the start of this year after an extensive facelift, the boutique retreat is now firmly positioned amongst the most exclusive luxury accommodation in Botswana. Perched high above the Boro River in a private concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta, the Camp and its stilted, stand-alone suites have been stunningly – and totally, transformed, with the addition of larger spaces and extended decking – all the better to welcome in the spectacular surrounding wilderness.
Just six raised dwellings feature light and airy bedrooms opening out onto curved terraces overlooking the river. But as intimate as this light-footed camp feels, there’s still an impressive sense of scale thanks to high windows which let in the bright African sun. After an exhilarating game drive, nothing beats an indulgent soak in the Star Bath – now a permanent feature of each private terrace. The suites’ über comfortable four poster beds can also be rolled outside for guests to sleep under the clear, starry Delta night skies for a truly unforgettable experience.
Elsewhere around the Camp, discover a world entirely interconnected by wooden walkways – a colourful lounge with hanging chairs, intimate seating areas and alfresco dining. Hand-woven rugs, batik-dyed fabrics and characterful ceramics inspired by indigenous handicrafts feature throughout the Camp and channel the energy and colours of Botswana culture. Contemporary black-and-white photographs also capture and convey the native flora and fauna that enliven this awe-inspiring region.
At the end of each day, head to the boma and unwind by the glow of the fire for a traditional sundowner cocktail before sitting down to an expertly prepared meal, abundant with African spices and flavours.
The Camp‘s eco-friendly design also takes recycling to a new level with more than 150,000 aluminium cans purchased from the surrounding community and incorporated into the walls for thermal and acoustic insulation.
Stay longer, pay less.
2020 is shaping up as the perfect time to book a safari getaway to Botswana. Classic safari tents at Sanctuary Baines’ Camp are normally priced from USD930 per person twin share per night for 1 – 3 nights. However, you can enjoy further savings thanks to Sanctuary Retreats’ extended stay offer, and save up to 40% when you stay 4 or more nights at one or more of its camps and lodges, including Sanctuary Baines’ Camp, depending on your season of travel.
Stay 4 – 6 nights and save up to 30%.
Stay 7 or more nights and save up to 40%.
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