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Jao Camp

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Jao Camp: video gallery


Jao Camp: picture gallery


Jao Camp is one of the Okavango's smartest camps; it has a very tropical, luxuriant feel.
It stands on an island amongst lush, verdant vegetation.
The suites at Jao are enormous, open-plan and very comfortable.
Large windows afford views of the flood plains form the comfort of your bed...
...which can also be enjoyed with a drink form the minibar in the lounge are.
A large en-suite is complete with bath, indoor and outdoor showers & yoga mat.
Out side a large wrap around deck...
...is the perfect spot to lounge in your own hammock...
...or in the sala.
The rooms are linked to the main area by a series of raised walkways.
Jao Camp has a unique style as seen here by the main entrance.
Meal are taken with the other guests and your guide on the top floor of the main area.
There is a great variety of fresh food...
...and after dinner there is always the option to gather around the fire.
Jao has a nice spa offering a variety of massages...
... and you are also able to stay fit in the gym...
or you might prefer to lounge by the pool.
There are many ways to discover Jao Camps surroundings...
...a 4WD safari...
...is a good way to see the area's wildlife...
...although this may be limited to smaller species and birdlife...
...with the headline species fewer and further between.
A boat trip offers a nice change from a vehicle...
...and you might even see something unusual.
And at the end of the day you can always enjoy a sundowner.
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Jao Camp is one of the Okavango's smartest camps; it has a very tropical, luxuriant feel.
Jao Camp is one of the Okavango's smartest camps; it has a very tropical, luxuriant feel.
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It stands on an island amongst lush, verdant vegetation.
It stands on an island amongst lush, verdant vegetation.
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The suites at Jao are enormous, open-plan and very comfortable.
The suites at Jao are enormous, open-plan and very comfortable.
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Large windows afford views of the flood plains form the comfort of your bed...
Large windows afford views of the flood plains form the comfort of your bed...
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...which can also be enjoyed with a drink form the minibar in the lounge are.
...which can also be enjoyed with a drink form the minibar in the lounge are.
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A large en-suite is complete with bath, indoor and outdoor showers & yoga mat.
A large en-suite is complete with bath, indoor and outdoor showers & yoga mat.
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Out side a large wrap around deck...
Out side a large wrap around deck...
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...is the perfect spot to lounge in your own hammock...
...is the perfect spot to lounge in your own hammock...
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...or in the sala.
...or in the sala.
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The rooms are linked to the main area by a series of raised walkways.
The rooms are linked to the main area by a series of raised walkways.
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Jao Camp has a unique style as seen here by the main entrance.
Jao Camp has a unique style as seen here by the main entrance.
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Meal are taken with the other guests and your guide on the top floor of the main area.
Meal are taken with the other guests and your guide on the top floor of the main area.
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There is a great variety of fresh food...
There is a great variety of fresh food...
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...and after dinner there is always the option to gather around the fire.
...and after dinner there is always the option to gather around the fire.
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Jao has a nice spa offering a variety of massages...
Jao has a nice spa offering a variety of massages...
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... and you are also able to stay fit in the gym...
... and you are also able to stay fit in the gym...
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or you might prefer to lounge by the pool.
or you might prefer to lounge by the pool.
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There are many ways to discover Jao Camps surroundings...
There are many ways to discover Jao Camps surroundings...
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...a 4WD safari...
...a 4WD safari...
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...is a good way to see the area's wildlife...
...is a good way to see the area's wildlife...
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...although this may be limited to smaller species and birdlife...
...although this may be limited to smaller species and birdlife...
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...with the headline species fewer and further between.
...with the headline species fewer and further between.
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A boat trip offers a nice change from a vehicle...
A boat trip offers a nice change from a vehicle...
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...and you might even see something unusual.
...and you might even see something unusual.
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And at the end of the day you can always enjoy a sundowner.
And at the end of the day you can always enjoy a sundowner.

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