Oddball's - Okavango Delta

Oddballs' is situated on the edge of Chief's Island, deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta. The camp is only accessible by light aircraft .

On arrival you will be met at the airstrip and welcomed to the island by your own private Guide.

Accommodation is in 2mx2m dome tents, fully equipped, and set on elevated wooden decks shaded by reed shelters. Showers and ablutions are nearby.

The bar and lounge area has comfortable seating, and a raised viewing deck overlooks the sweep of the delta – the perfect place to watch the sun set over the palms, and view wildlife at the water's edge. Hammocks are everywhere, and enable you to relax during the heat of the day whilst 'cramming up' on the wildlife and bird population from Oddball's extensive library.

Activities are conducted by your own professional guide (a maximum of two guests per guide), a man of the swamp, born and bred. He has a mokoro (dug-out canoe) in which he will take you to nearby islands, where you will walk to view game and the spectacular landscape that is the Okavango. It might also be possible to visit his village, meet the elders and perhaps his family.

What sets Oddball's apart from other safari lodges is the setting, the informality and above all the legendary 'skull bar', where you will be regaled with adventure stories which are surely amongst the 'tallest' in Africa!

Subject to water levels, it is also possible to go camping.  All equipment and provisions are packed into your mokoro as you set off with your guide for an unforgettable wilderness experience. Camping equipment is provided but you must bring your own sleeping bag - although these can be hired with advance notice at a nominal fee.

During your stay at Oddball's, you will have the opportunity to go out on Mokoro Trail. The first and last nights will be spent at Oddballs , and for the middle nights you take your guide and mokoro into the Okavango to camp out wherever you find yourselves - a wilderness experience par excellence.

'Molly's', the provisions store at Oddball's will provide you with camping equipment, food and all the 'little necessities' of bush camping! Your Guide will find a suitable campsite on the banks of the river and build the fire for you. Whilst on Mokoro Trail your food will be provided but you will be responsible for its preparation.

The combination of Oddballs and a Mokoro Trail provides the best overall 'Okavango Experience' for those who don't mind roughing-it a little.
More than a place to stay, more than a base from which to explore the Delta, Oddball's is Africa's ultimate state of mind.

light aircraft

Oddballs' is easily reached by light aircraft from Maun, our nearest town, situated at the base of the Delta. The flight is a short 20 minute hop over the dry outskirts of Maun and then into the lush green landscape of islands, channels and floodplains where our camp is situated. We cannot guarantee the times of your flights in and out of camp, but we will do our best to accommodate your arrangements. Our air charter company must enforce a strict luggage limit of 12.5kg per person - you should not need more than this, as all camping equipment is provided and Oddball's offers a daily lundry service. Any excess luggage can be stored at our office in Maun.