Duke's Camp

Overlooking a seasonal lagoon, the communal area at Duke's is set within a series of peaked tents, decorated in warm tones of orange, red and mahogany. Amongst them you'll find a relaxed tea tent, a lounge with a well-stocked drinks cabinet, and a dining tent with huge shared table. Whenever possible, meals are served beneath giant ebony trees, and dinner is a lantern-lit, three-course affair accompanied by a selection of fine wines. The pool area is a secluded gem and just happens to get the best wifi signal.

Set beneath the boughs of ebony and leadwood trees, there is a total of eight stilted canvas suites, including a family unit. All feature hand-carved four-poster beds, high-quality fabrics and mahogany sideboards covered with fascinating African memorabilia. The bathrooms are beautifully appointed with a rainfall shower and double vanity. At the front, the private deck faces a seasonal lagoon and floodplains, where elephant and red lechwe are frequent visitors. Handily, it's the perfect spot to enjoy a cuppa, delivered on a butler tray each morning...

Explore the island and surrounding region on game drives (night drives too, as the camp is in a private concession) and boat trips, binoculars primed to spy huge herds of elephant and buffalo, prides of lion and African painted dogs on the hunt, not to mention a plethora of antelope. Take in the more intricate details on a mokoro ride down tranquil channels or try your hand at catch-and-release fishing. There is also the opportunity to take a helicopter flight to Tsodillo Hills to see the incredible rock art.