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Page 1 of 2 CC Africa’s Sandibe Safari Lodge is set on a permanent channel of the magnificent Okavango Delta, adjacent to the game-rich Moremi Wildlife Reserve on a 270 square kilometre (104 square mile) private concession.  Sandibe bedroom
The beautiful thatched lodge nestles between permanent water and grass-swept plains and was built with a commitment to “treading lightly on the earth”. The result is organic architecture that blends seamlessly with one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Africa. Sandibe is surrounded by an abundant array of wildlife and throughout the year, guests are enchanted by the changing moods of the Delta. Through exhilarating game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles and interpretive bush walks, CC Africa’s professional guides share the wonder of this wetland wilderness. Intimate safari cottages:Sandibe Safari Lodge is renowned for understatedly stylish accommodation in the heart of the breathtaking Okavango Delta. - Eight thatched safari cottages with fans
- En suite bathroom and dressing room
- Separate w.c and open-air shower
- Private game-viewing decks
- Swimming pool in the forest
- Safari shop
Surrounded by forest, Sandibe’s twin-bedded cottages are styled in a fusion of ochres and tactile textures, with airy screen walls opening onto exceptional views of the Okavango Delta wetlands and savanna. The central dining and sitting area is tucked under a soaring canopy of trees.  Sandibe bathroom
After your evening game-drive, enjoy a delicious alfresco banquet of Pan- African cuisine in the boma (outdoor) illuminated by dozens of candles and lanterns. Alternatively, your private deck provides a romantic setting for intimate candlelit dinners. Sandibe is also known for wonderful bush picnics in surprising settings.
Weather: The Okavango has hot, wet summers(October to April). Temperatures can rise to over 40ºC/104ºF and usually drop to 25ºC/77ºF at night. Winters (May to September) are dry and cool, and the nights can be chilly. Rainfall:The rainy season – generally in the form of magnificent afternoon thundershowers – is fromlate December to the end of February, sometimes continuing into March. Summer rains bring spectacular migrant birds to Botswana. Average rainfall per year is approximately 500 mm. Best time to travel: All year round. Airstrip: Chitabe airstrip coordinates: S19 27 86 and E23 22 45 Malaria: The Okavango Delta is a malaria area and necessary precautions should be taken. Children: Children are welcome. Regretfully, children 5 years and younger cannot participate in the regular game drives and mekoro activities. Children 16 years and older can participate in guided walks. Childminders can be booked at an additional cost. Children aged6 to 11 years are accommodated on game drives and mekoro activities at the Lodge Manager’s discretion. An extra bed can be arranged for a child sharing its parents’ suite. No more than 1 triple in camp at any one time. Ratio of guests to staff: 1 to 2 Camp closure: Open year round Photo's courtesy of ccAfrica. Fact sheet on Sandibe.................
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