Where is Little Vumbura Camp located in the Okavango Delta?

The Okavango Delta is located in north-western Botswana. Little Vumbura is situated in the north-east of this extensive inland delta wilderness.

How big is the Moremi Protected Area in the Okavango Delta?

The Moremi Protected Area is just under 5000 square kilometres.

What should I wear on a safari to Little Vumbura in Botswana?

The general rule when packing for a safari is, less is more. There may be space and weight restrictions when travelling on light aircraft. We recommend you bring clothing in neutral colours, and pack items you can layer, as well as a rain jacket, swimsuit, hat, comfortable shoes and sunblock.

When is the best time to visit Little Vumbura?

Little Vumbura is an all year round destination. Each season brings its own charm and variety of wildlife and vegetation.

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Wetland Wonderland
Little Vumbura in Botswana epitomises the classic Okavango Delta safari experience.

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DESTINATIONS

Wilderness Little Vumbura

Immerse yourself in the beautiful Okavango Delta.

Wilderness Little Vumbura is set on a compact island with endless views of the floodplains. Bring your family and friends and take over all six tented suites. With few boundaries from the bush, wildlife seems almost within arm’s reach.  

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Little Vumbura Botswana Wildlife Buffalo

Little Vumbura moments

Marvel at the sheer size of a buffalo herd, (hundreds-strong) moving between islands. Keep a lookout for endangered African wild dogs, a privileged sighting, and leopards staking their territories. Spot our resident elephant, often seen around the island, eating the sweet fruit dropped by the African mangosteen trees.

Little Vumbura Botswana Wildlife Cheetah Family

Little Vumbura Botswana Wildlife Elelphant Floodplains

Little Vumbura Botswana Wildlife Lioness And Cubs

Little Vumbura moments

Marvel at the sheer size of a buffalo herd, (hundreds-strong) moving between islands. Keep a lookout for endangered African wild dogs, a privileged sighting, and leopards staking their territories. Spot our resident elephant, often seen around the island, eating the sweet fruit dropped by the African mangosteen trees.

Accommodation

Little Vumbura is an airy, six-roomed tented camp shaded by the canopy of an ancient forest. Each well-appointed room, hued in soft neutrals with touches of indigo, has en-suite facilities and a deck with sweeping vistas. A plunge pool and reading area overlook the floodplains, and a Star Deck, (across a bridge from the dining area), offers superb stargazing.

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Cuisine

In line with our light footprint philosophy, Little Vumbura celebrates the delicious local and seasonal ingredients of the region, its traditions, and the partnership with local farmers and suppliers. Signature dishes use local produce such as ditloo (local black-eyed peas), marula fruits (high in vitamin C and antioxidants) and nutritious nuts.

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THE DETAILS

Wilderness Little Vumbura

Spend sunny days gliding through serpentine channels on a mokoro, or a bit faster by boat. Explore this wildlife-rich area on twice-daily game drives or take to the skies in a thrilling helicopter ride over the floodplains of the Okavango Delta. Take in the magic of this abundant water wonderland - the quintessential Delta experience!

Purpose

Facilities

Wildlife

Area

Activities

Little Vumbura Botswana Purpose Community

Our purpose

You only have to spend a few hours here to understand just how precious this wilderness is and how important it is to protect the Okavango Delta and all those who call it home. Through the Okavango Community Trust, we work with local communities to share skills, educate and uplift local villages. Improving lives and livelihoods.

Family room

Our spacious suites are private and perfectly appointed.

Pool

Enjoy a glorious midday swim with magnificent views all around.

Wi-Fi

Catch up with friends or family back home.

Store

Browse for a locally crafted, treasured keepsake.

About Little Vumbura

Arrive by boat at this enchanting treasure island in the Okavango Delta. Perched on raised decks in the midst of the annually inundated grasslands, Little Vumbura is nestled under tree canopies. The indoor and outdoor spaces weave in and out of nature, allowing for intimate wildlife encounters.

Purpose

Our purpose

You only have to spend a few hours here to understand just how precious this wilderness is and how important it is to protect the Okavango Delta and all those who call it home. Through the Okavango Community Trust, we work with local communities to share skills, educate and uplift local villages. Improving lives and livelihoods.

Facilities

Family room

Our spacious suites are private and perfectly appointed.

Pool

Enjoy a glorious midday swim with magnificent views all around.

Wi-Fi

Catch up with friends or family back home.

Store

Browse for a locally crafted, treasured keepsake.

Wildlife

Area

About Little Vumbura

Arrive by boat at this enchanting treasure island in the Okavango Delta. Perched on raised decks in the midst of the annually inundated grasslands, Little Vumbura is nestled under tree canopies. The indoor and outdoor spaces weave in and out of nature, allowing for intimate wildlife encounters.

Activities

Experiences

Little Vumbura experiences

As the sun rises over the Delta floodplains, the gentle melody of bird calls fills the morning air with the promise of adventure. From thrilling nature walks exploring nearby islands to safari game drives tracking lions and serene mokoro rides along the Delta waterways, endless adventures await.

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Helicopter safari

Soar above the lush and wildlife-rich Linyanti and Okavango Delta on a breath-taking helicopter safari.

Helicopter Safari

Botswana

Fishing

Cast your line into Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe’s iconic rivers, for exceptional catch-and-release fishing on safari.

Fishing

Botswana, Zambia, Rwanda, Zimbabwe

Mokoro

Explore Botswana’s Okavango Delta on a mokoro, gliding along peacefully, revealing the wild secrets of the channels.

Mokoro

Botswana

Private safari

Create treasured memories with family and friends on an exclusive private safari across Africa’s most iconic destinations.

Private Safari

Botswana, Namibia, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Zambia

Wilderness Experiences Boating Family Fun

Boat safari

View wildlife from the water on a thrilling boat safari, past hippos, sunbathing crocodiles and a dazzling array of birds.

Boat Safari

Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Rwanda

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Explore camps in the Okavango Delta

Little Vumbura is located on 148 000 acres of private wilderness in Botswana’s northern Okavango Delta. Nestled on a picturesque island under the canopy of an ancient forest, the camp blends into its pristine surrounds, framed by rich green seasonal floodplains and acacia woodland.

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Little Vumbura

Standard Season

From USD 1,480 per person, per night

Premium Season

From USD 2,940 per person, per night

TRAVEL WITH US

Journey With Wilderness

Plan your journey across the vast Okavango Delta, exploring the sinuous waterways and vast floodplains. Or combine this water- wonderland with a starkly contrasting Namib Desert exploration. Wherever you decide to go with Wilderness, you’re guaranteed a matchless safari adventure.

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Little Vumbura awards

Camp awards

Little Vumbura is renowned for exceptional safari experiences and unparalleled game viewing, with uncountable wildlife encounters in and around the camp - matched only by the number of accolades this exceptional camp receives.

Tripadvisor

Certificate of Excellence 2019

Readers Choice Award

Condé Nast Gold List Award

GUEST EXPERIENCES

Testimonials from fellow safari-goers

With an excellent 4.5 star rating from 207 reviews, guests consistently praise Little Vumbura's exceptional wildlife viewing, dedicated guides, and luxurious accommodations. Read what fellow safari-goers have to say about their unforgettable experiences at Wilderness Little Vumbura. Read more reviews on TripAdvisor.

Special place

"This was the 3rd of 4 camps on a 12 night safari in Botswana. We stayed for 3 nights & had a fantastic time. This feels a very special place from the moment you get on the boat for the 15 minute ride to the camp. Watching the wildlife, including elephants crossing the channel ahead of us, as we journeyed through the channels became an integral part of life here. Bono our guide was awesome. He was very knowledgeable, quickly understood what we were interested in & tailored our game drives accordingly. We witnessed a great interaction between 2 invading young male lions & the resident pride, whilst a leopard watched on from the safety of its tree! Leopard sightings were excellent here with 3 different leopards."

Chris G

★★★★★

10 out of 5 stars

"I have no idea why there are not more recent review on TA for this place but we just got home and are already missing LV. From the high staff to guest ratio, to the accommodations, to the food, to the guides and the area, everything was amazing and perfect. We had Lucky as our guide and he succeeded in showing us some rare sightings and was just super knowledgeable about everything from the many birds to trees to animal behavior. The chefs were all great, food was fresh and delicious. The Okavango Delta is an interesting and magical environment, and although we were safe in our tents, hearing the hippos calling all night was really funny. They are unexpectedly noisy. The camaraderie with the guests and staff really made this stay very special. If you have an opportunity to stay at LV, definitely do it!"

Marissa A | USA

★★★★★

Just magic!

"This is a special place. Both the ambiance and staff at Little Vumbura make this place magic. We were treated with such warmth by everyone who worked there and the level of service was faultless. Our guide, Bono, was simply fantastic. The beauty of the surrounding area and the wildlife density are spectacular."

Anne E | USA

★★★★★

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Little Vumbura featured stories

Longing to visit the Okavango Delta in Botswana? Scroll through our wildlife photographs, read our featured stories and on-the-ground updates from our team at Little Vumbura.

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