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Vumbura Plains

Okavango Delta, Botswana · Private concession

Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Lodge
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All inclusive (AI)

Accommodation, All meals and 4 more

14 rooms

Twin/Double Suite(s), Family Accommodation · Sleeps up to 28 guests

Children 8 and over

Family rooms available

By air

via Vumbura Airstrip

Wi-Fi in rooms

Solar power

From about A$2,890

per person / night, sharing

Overview

About Vumbura Plains

Vumbura Plains sits beside the floodplains of the northern Okavango Delta, in a private concession bordering Moremi Game Reserve. Its 14 accommodation units include two family units, with private plunge pools and outdoor spaces for watching the surrounding landscape. The suites stand on raised wooden decks, with an open lounge and dining area beyond the walkways. All meals, local drinks, laundry, park fees and twice-daily camp activities are included. The mix of grasslands and waterways supports elephants, hippos, lions and African wild dogs.

“A strong choice for families wanting space and varied Delta scenery, with two-bedroom family units, private plunge pools and wildlife across both grasslands and waterways.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

Best for

FamiliesLuxury seekersBirders

Known for

What you can expect to see

LionLeopardElephantBuffaloWild dogGiraffeZebraWildebeestHippoBirdlifePredators

Grasslands and permanent waterways bring together elephants, hippos, lions, African wild dogs and year-round birdwatching.

Your stay

What's included

Board: All inclusive (AI)

Special offer: Stay six nights or more for a 5% accommodation discount in low season in 2026 and 2027. Nights can be combined across eligible Wilderness, Governors' Camp Collection and Wayo Africa camps; Wayo Africa joins from 2027. Excludes 1 June to 31 October and 20 December to 5 January. Both arrival and departure must fall within the eligible period. The discount excludes single supplements, private vehicles, flights, transfers and sightseeing. Combinable with the Free Flying Botswana and Zimbabwe, Solo traveller benefits and Kids Stay Free offers.

Included

  • Accommodation
  • All meals
  • Twice-daily camp activities
  • Park fees
  • Laundry
  • Local drinks
  • Mokoro excursions
  • Night drives
  • Game drives

Optional extras (at a cost)

Premium imported drinks and champagne cost extra.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Library
  • Bar
  • Curio shop

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • Private plunge pool
  • Private deck
  • Mini bar
  • Tea/coffee station
  • Safe
  • In-room WiFi
  • Outdoor shower

Rooms

Where you sleep

Sleeps up to 28 guests

  • Twin/Double Suite(s)12 at the property · Private plunge pool, Outdoor sala
  • Family Accommodation2 at the property · Two en-suite bedrooms, Outdoor deck, Private plunge pool

Activities

Things to do

Included in your stay

Mokoro excursionsNight drivesGame drives

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Vumbura Airstrip
  2. Transfer
  3. Vumbura Plains
How you arrive
By air · via Vumbura Airstrip
Luggage
20 kg per person

Good to know

Before you book

Children
Ages 8 and over. Family rooms available
Exclusive use
Available
Power
Solar power
Malaria
Seasonal malaria risk. Ask your doctor about prevention.
Minimum stay
3 nights

Before you travel

Australian Government travel advice

Source: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Smartraveller (smartraveller.gov.au), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Summarised and shortened by Explore Africa; read the full advice on Smartraveller.

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Green season
  2. February: Green season
  3. March: Green season
  4. April: Good
  5. May: Dry season, best game viewing
  6. June: Dry season, best game viewing
  7. July: Dry season, best game viewing
  8. August: Dry season, best game viewing
  9. September: Dry season, best game viewing
  10. October: Dry season, best game viewing
  11. November: Good
  12. December: Green season
  • Dry season, best game viewing
  • Good
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Green season

Wildlife: Green-season landscapes, birdlife and newborn wildlife.

Green-season landscapes, birdlife and newborn wildlife.

Feb

Green season

Wildlife: Green-season landscapes, birdlife and newborn wildlife.

Green-season landscapes, birdlife and newborn wildlife.

Mar

Green season

Wildlife: Green-season landscapes, birdlife and newborn wildlife.

Green-season landscapes, birdlife and newborn wildlife.

Apr

Good

Wildlife: Shoulder-season conditions bring green landscapes and strong sightings.

Shoulder-season conditions bring green landscapes and strong sightings.

May

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season vegetation opens up and wildlife gathers near permanent water.

Dry-season vegetation opens up and wildlife gathers near permanent water.

Jun

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season wildlife viewing coincides with the annual flood peak and water safaris.

Dry-season wildlife viewing coincides with the annual flood peak and water safaris.

Jul

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season wildlife viewing coincides with the annual flood peak and water safaris.

Dry-season wildlife viewing coincides with the annual flood peak and water safaris.

Aug

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season wildlife viewing coincides with the annual flood peak and water safaris.

Dry-season wildlife viewing coincides with the annual flood peak and water safaris.

Sep

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season vegetation opens up and wildlife gathers near permanent water.

Dry-season vegetation opens up and wildlife gathers near permanent water.

Oct

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season vegetation opens up and wildlife gathers near permanent water.

Dry-season vegetation opens up and wildlife gathers near permanent water.

Nov

Good

Wildlife: Shoulder-season conditions bring green landscapes and strong sightings.

Shoulder-season conditions bring green landscapes and strong sightings.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Green-season landscapes, birdlife and newborn wildlife.

Green-season landscapes, birdlife and newborn wildlife.

How we judge each month
  • Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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