Duba Plains Camp

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Sitting in the heart of the Okavango Delta in the private Kwedi Reserve, Duba Plains Camp is an intimate, luxury property owned by National Geographic filmmakers, conservationists and explorers, Dereck and Beverly Joubert.

This secluded island camp provides a small, intimate setting, with only six en-suite bespoke tents and one two-bedroom suite. Each room is raised on recycled railway sleeper decking with amazing views of the surrounding floodplain and the steady stream of wildlife parading past. They also include a private lounge area and veranda. The en suite bathrooms consist of a flush toilet, double vanities, indoor and outdoor showers, and luxurious baths. Ceiling fans keep the rooms nice and deliciously cool. Guests can enjoy their private plunge pool and outdoor under cover sala/day rest area.

The camp is situated on a matrix of palm-dotted islands, flood plains and woodland, in the 190,000-acre private Kwedi Reserve. As the sole property on the reserve, guests have exclusive access to the area. The is also known for interesting Kalahari species like aardwolf and pangolins as well as a plethora of lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and more. In fact, many consider Duba Plains to be the Okavango’s equivalent to the Maasai Mara because of the sheer volume of wildlife.

Activities at Duba Plains include day and night game drives in custom made Toyota Land Cruisers, aptly named “Swamp Vehicles” for their ability to traverse the floodplains with their huge tires. Guided bush walks provide the ability to appreciate the stunning landscape on foot with the added knowledge of trained guides. Motorized boat trips zip through the Delta and offer wonderful bird sightings and maybe even some hippo, buffalo and elephant viewing. Anglers can enjoy some catch and release fishing while others take an afternoon siesta. The Young Explorers Program is an excellent way for kids to learn about animal calls, tracking, and facts.

The main area consists of a large raised dining room, and comfortable lounge with private dining areas, wine cellar and library. Each guest enjoys the services of a private butler and chef. The camp’s center-point is an extended deck into the swamp under the giant ebony trees. The property boasts a cellar of a few hundred bottles of wine from friends of the Jouberts. There is also a media room for editing photos.