Ker & Downey Okuti camp sits on the banks of the Maunachira River which flows through Xakanaxa Lagoon. This is in the Moremi Game Reserve of the Okavango Delta. The river has abundant bird life, fish and sandy river banks. An oasis of serenity and peacefulness. It has been awarded five star status by Botswana Tourism Board and Eco Tourism Certified.
A wide variety of Okavango wildlife wander along the riverbanks in front of the camp. The Xakanaxa region remains one of Moremi Game Reserve’s best year-round wildlife hotspots. This makes it ideal for repeat and first time visitors to Botswana.
The main area consists of a dining room, bar, seating area and a swimming pool. There is an open deck for evenings around the campfire.
Okuti can sleep up to 16 x guests in the 7 x tents (2 x family units).
There are 5 very spacious twin or double-bedded “Masasas”. This is the ancient tribal word for house of reeds. Exceptionally unique in style and architecture all rooms overlook the permanent Maunachira channel. Each en-suite bathroom provides both an indoor and outdoor shower. Okuti Camp’s spacious curved rooms are set on raised teak decks, with a balcony overlooking the river. Connected by raised wooden walkways all areas of camp are wheelchair accessible.
Double accommodation
Every possible comfort has been catered for. From standing and ceiling fans through to yoga mats and hair dryers!
An additional two family “Masasas” consist of two bedrooms which share spacious bathroom facilities. This is ideal for families of up to 5 people. A dedicated guide is available for families at Okuti.
Family accommodation
Things to do at Okuti ↓
Okuti Activities
The Moremi environment is varied. With pans, floodplains, lagoons, grasslands, forests of acacia trees, savannas and dense Mopane Woodlands. This unique ecosystem, characteristic of the Okavango Delta, allows for a diverse spectrum of wild life. Coupled with effective protective measures results in huge herds antelope and plains game, and the predators who follow.
Guests can experience game drives with unhindered views in specially-designed safari vehicles. Ker & Downey have a window seat guarantee. This ensures no more than four guests per vehicle and individual use of a camera mount.
Lions
A full day game drive including a picnic lunch enables guests to traverse and explore this vast natural area. Exceptionally picturesque the landscape is a photographer’s oasis. With minimal seasonal water level fluctuations the boat excursions are arguably one of the most spectacular in the Okavango Delta.
Buffalo with Oxpecker
Guests can also explore the Okavango Delta waterways by motorboat. The Moremi Game Reserve is home to over 400 of the Okavango’s species of birds. The areas open lagoons and winding channels make it a birder’s paradise. Complete with herons and storks in the breeding season.
Maribou StorkCarmine Bee-Eaters
Okuti offers one of the best value safari experiences in the Moremi Game Reserve and Okavango Delta region of Botswana.
Okuti Dedicated Specialist Safaris
Would you prefer a Specialist Guide to accompany you for the duration of your stay? The Specialist Guides are well versed in all aspects of guiding including walking safaris, or photography, and family safaris. Cost of $550 in 2024 per night. This includes the guides accommodation and flights between the Ker & Downey Botswana camps. Maximum of six guests per Specialist Guide. Depending on number of guests a private vehicle may be required.
The Specialist family safari also includes: A specially designed program which offers families the opportunity to discover the wonders of the African wilderness. The emphasis is on providing the family with engaging, age-appropriate activities. On a flexible schedule while creating shared family memories to last a lifetime. On completion of the safari, children receive a gift pack including a shirt, cap, water bottle and certificate.
Private Safari Vehicle
A private vehicle may be booked for guests requiring three or less people per vehicle. The cost for this is $550 in 2024 per vehicle per night. This also secures private activities as offered by the camp.
Or, in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve at Dinaka
Okuti is closed from 8th January until 1st March (yearly).
2024 Okuti Accommodation Rates Fully Inclusive Rates in US Dollars
1 to 3 nights
4 to 5 nights
6 to 7 nights
8+ nights
Low: Jan, and Feb
Per Person Sharing
645
548
516
484
Single Supplement*
226
192
181
169
Child**
387
329
310
290
Shoulder: Mar to May & Nov to Dec
Per Person Sharing
895
850
806
761
Single Supplement*
313
298
282
266
Child**
537
510
484
457
High: June to Oct
Per Person Sharing
1160
1102
1044
986
Single Supplement*
406
386
365
345
Child**
696
661
626
592
* Single Supplement is applicable in Low and Shoulder season for three or more singles per booking. **Child rate is applicable in Low and Shoulder season. When a child is sharing with one or two full-paying adults in a twin, triple, or family tent. During High season, the Child rate is only available when booked into the family tent(s) with two sharing adults. Child rate applies to children 7 to 15 years of age. Adult rate applies to 16-year-olds and above.
Stays with Ker & Downey Botswana are on a fully inclusive basis. This means that the nightly rate at each of the camps covers the following: Accommodation. Game activities conducted by professional guides. All meals and snacks. Selected alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. All taxes, park entrance fees and service charges. Daily laundry service. Emergency evacuation insurance (to a regional medical facility).
In keeping with the child friendly policy, Ker & Downey Botswana long stay rates include a contribution to Bana Ba Letsatsi. This is Ker & Downey Botswana’s social responsibility program.
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