KARANGOMA

Karangoma is the result of a partnership with local elder Olatotse Sarefo and is rooted in Bukakhwe San and Hambukushu culture. The name itself is a Sembukushu word describing ‘drum beating, ancestral healing, bringing good future to the tribe, or, when one is ill, cure dancing’. It is exactly this essence of healing and harmony that the camp seeks to offers its guests in their reconnection with nature and traditional cultures.

The lounge and dining areas surround giant trees and are joined by a deck which leads down to a raised viewing area - with expansive views across the floodplain to the water, with nearby fire pit and plunge pool completing the public areas. The 6 spacious tents (including a family room) are hidden in a wooded peninsula, shaded by leadwoods and sausage trees, that juts out into an Okavango floodplain and overlooks a well-trodden game path to the water. A bedroom and lounge (stylishly decorated in a modern take on the textures, colours and patterns of the iconic Hambukushu basketry of the northern Okavango), as well as adjacent bathroom and indoor and outdoor showers, maximise views onto the floodplain.

Karangoma’s location overlapping both the floodplains of the Okavango Delta, as well as the woodlands of the sandveld to the north means a full range of game viewing and other activities are possible. Guests can explore the delta's diverse ecosystems on guided game drives, encountering a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, and numerous bird species. The floodplains here attract large numbers of zebra and plains game through the seasons, especially in the dry winter months when great herds gather.

For a more intimate experience, mokoro safaris offer a tranquil journey through the shallow waterways, while boat excursions allow guests to observe the delicate balance of the wetland environment. Walking trails provide a unique opportunity to connect with nature and appreciate the intricacies of the delta's flora and fauna.