Sanctuary Stanley's Camp

Sanctuary Stanley's is a classic tented camp with just eight tents built under an imposing African Ebony tree on a private concession overlooking the Okavango floodplains.
From the swimming pool, watch giraffe and other plains game march across the savannah. You might even catch a glimpse of rare wild dogs stalking the plains.

CLASSIC SAFARI CAMP

Sanctuary Stanley's Camp is built on a 260,000 acre private concession in the renowned Okavango Delta. This traditional safari camp has a large lounge area and dining area with incredible views over the floodplains in front of camp. The main area features a bar from where refreshing drinks are always served with a smile, a small library area and curio shop. From the swimming pool - a real treat after a hot day of game viewing - guests can watch giraffe and other plains game march across the savannah and sometimes catch a glimpse of rare wild dogs. Everything about Sanctuary Stanley's Camp is built to the highest ecological standards so that we don't damage this highly sensitive area.

TRADITIONAL SAFARI TENTS

The intimate camp features only eight safari canvas tents, each individually designed, furnished with African antiques that exude a classic and understated elegance that harks back to the explorers and colonialists of the 19th century. Each tent has a large wooden deck providing private areas where you can relax in a hammock while soaking in the surrounding sights and sounds or enjoy cocktails, before dinner is served in the spectacular dining mess.

Sanctuary Stanley's Camp's meals are all freshly prepared. The camp prides itself on its personalised service and this includes your culinary preferences and needs.

Come dine with us in spectacular locations where scrumptious meals are served. Where would you like to be seated? In the company of three elephants or with your feet in the cool waters of the Okavango Delta?

LUNCH WITH ELEPHANTS?

Wake up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee before indulging in a full English and continental breakfast before departing for your morning game viewing activity which could be a game drive, walking safari, mokoro excursion. If you decide to experience our unique elephant interaction activity you will enjoy a secluded bush brunch in the company of these three gentle giants, Jabu, Morula and Thembi - how many people can say they've had lunch with elephants in the bush? Afternoon tea is served just before your next game viewing activity and includes a delicious selection of warm scones, quiche's, biscuits and refreshing drinks. During your afternoon game viewing activity you might stop for sundowner drinks and snacks before heading back to camp for pre-dinner drinks and a three course dinner. If you are celebrating a special occasion we could arrange a special romantic private dinner right under the African sky.

WATER LUNCHES AND PRIVATE DINNERS

As Sanctuary Stanley's Camp is situated on a private concession we are also able to offer tranquil water lunches (seasonal). Indulge in a freshly prepared buffet style lunch while sitting with your feet in the cool shallow waters of the Okavango Delta as you immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the surrounding area and wildlife. If you are celebrating a special occasion we could arrange a special private dinner by the pool, complete with lanterns and candles for a romantic night under the African stars. The standard and selection of all our meals are of the very highest quality, making it hard to believe that the camp is in the middle of the African bush.

These rates are in US$ per person per night and include VAT.
Rates are subject to availability and can be withdrawn without prior notice anytime at the sole discretion of Sanctuary Retreats. All bookings are subject to the Sanctuary Retreats trading terms and conditions.

Rates Include

• Airstrip transfers (or return airport transfer from/to Kasane Airport for Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero),
• All meals, and non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages (with exception of premium brands and Champagne),
• All game viewing activities (with the exception of Walking with Elephants activity at Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp & Sanctuary Baines’ Camp),
• Laundry services, emergency medical evacuation and park fees.

Rates Exclude

• International and domestic flights, landing fees, and road transfers to and from other camps and lodges,
• Travel insurance, boutique purchases, gratuities and all other items of a personal nature.

Accommodation Information

• Triples are subject to availability at time of confirming a booking.
• The following are the maximum numbers of triple rooms/tents available per night in each camp or lodge:
• - Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp - 2 triple tents per night 
• There is one guide room at each Sanctuary Retreats lodge or camp which can be booked at a rate of $180 per night, subject to availability.

Long Stay Rates
Long stay rates depend on duration of total stay and season of travel. The total stay can be in one lodge or camp only, or be made up of shorter stays in two or more Sanctuary Retreats camps or lodges anywhere in Africa together. Stays in more than one camp or lodge do not need to be consecutive, but must belong to one itinerary. For example, if booking a total of 6 nights with Sanctuary Retreats in 3 different camps with 2 nights in each camp, use the ‘5 – 7 nights’ rates for each of the camps.

Single Occupancy
There is no supplement for single occupancy of a maximum of 3 rooms/tents per camp/lodge (maximum 2 in Sanctuary Baines' Camp) in Low season (excludes Geoffrey Kent Luxury Suite at Sanctuary Chief’s Camp and the Honeymoon Suite at Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero). All other single occupancy bookings are charged at the single rates listed. All single occupancy bookings for the Geoffrey Kent Luxury Suite are charged at 100% supplement of the two people sharing rate in Low, Medium, High and Peak seasons.

Children Policy

• Children of all ages are welcome at Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero and Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp.
• Children aged 15 and younger are required to share with an adult and are not permitted on walking safaris.
• A private vehicle must be booked for game drives for families including children aged 5 and under.

Child Rates  

One child aged 15 or younger stays free of charge in Low season when sharing with 2 adults, subject to availability of a triple room/tent. One or two children aged 15 or younger sharing with one adult in Low season pay the child rate. One child aged 15 or younger pays the child rate when sharing with 2 adults in Medium, High and Peak season, subject to availability of a triple room/tent. In all other circumstances children pay the applicable adult fare.

 
Payment Terms

• A non-refundable 20% deposit is payable within 7 days to confirm a booking with the balance due 60 days prior to arrival.
• If a booking is made 60 days or less before arrival the full cost of the booking is payable immediately to confirm the booking.
• Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of the booking with cancellation penalties payable to Sanctuary Retreats.
• All cancellations should be made in writing and cancellation charges are calculated on the total value of the booking.

Cancellation Terms

• All cancellations should be made in writing. Cancellation charges are calculated on the total value of the booking.
• Cancellations received from the date of booking to 61 days prior to arrival incur a 20% cancellation fee.
• Cancellations received from 60 days to 31 days prior to arrival incur a 50% cancellation fee.
• Cancellations received from 30 days prior until arrival incur a 100% cancellation fee.
• Additional fees apply for cancellation of airline tickets and other services which will be advised as soon as possible after receipt of the written cancellation. Special cancellation terms apply for group bookings and exclusive use of a lodge or camp and will be advised at time of booking.

PLEASE NOTE 

• The additional charges listed are only a guide. Some charges may fluctuate daily and others are subject to change without prior notice. Please check at the time of booking. 
• Intercamp flights are quoted on a ‘seat in aircraft’ basis inclusive of meet and greet service on arrival and airport tax on departure from Maun and Kasane Airports.
• Intercamp flights and road transfers can only be carried out during daylight hours and are subject to weather conditions. 
• The timing and duration of flights and transfers may differ considerably depending on factors beyond the control of Sanctuary Retreats and operators involved. 
• Early departures from lodges may be necessary to accommodate intercamp flight schedules. 
• Luggage on intercamp flights is restricted to 20kgs per person in soft side bags.
• Walking with Elephants activity has a minimum of 2 guests and maximum of 10 guests; is subject to availability; minimum age is 9 years.
• Elephants are on leave between 15 January - 15 February on an annual basis.

With abundant wildlife roaming the area and several active hyena dens close to the camp, game viewing at Sanctuary Stanley's Camp allows for an exclusive experience. The Delta has an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, boasting vast congregations of elephant and buffalo, sightings of big cat predators, and even the endangered wild dog. Water crossings are part of the adventure and watching zebra standing belly-deep grazing is quite a sight to see. Venture out after dark on night game drives to catch a glimpse of the nocturnal animals like the bush baby, hyena and leopard.