Maxa Camp

Nestled under a canopy of towering Ebony trees, Maxa is sited overlooking the large, hippo frequented Maxa Lagoon in the North Eastern reaches of the Okavango Delta, at the source of the Selinda Spillway. Maxa opened on March 20, 2025. The camp's philosophy centers around exploration, learning, and the freedom to be immersed in nature. The unique appearance captures this with a freeform separated lounge and dining area, set under light canvas roofs, partially enclosed by traditional clay walls. The design is complemented by handmade local furniture, which lends a creative spirit to the decor and lighting. A central feature of the main area is a termite mound that originally helped form the island. Here, guests will be welcomed by the smells of freshly baked bread and muffins from Maxa’s wood-fired oven. Situated at the edge of the camp’s riverine forest tree overlooking the lagoon is a Sala with a cushioned day bed, complemented by an elevated deck and a suspended cargo net hammock bedecked with an array of pillows and cushions, from where guests can take in the beautiful surrounds. Every day at Maxa is curated as a day of exploration. Camp excursions include mokoro (dugout canoe), guided walking safaris, and nature drives (both by day and night). Activities also incorporate local cultural insights with the exploration of the natural heritage of this immensely diverse region. Maxa offers five tents, including one family tent, with a maximum capacity of 12 guests. The tented rooms are practical yet comfortable, with four beautifully designed stretch canvas tents on decks, comprising an en-suite indoor bathroom as well as a full outdoor open-air bathroom. The Maxa family tent has two bedrooms and a shared en-suite bathroom along with an outdoor bathroom. Wi-fi is available.

Highlights

• Overlooks permanent Maxa Lagoon
• Exploration-style land and water activities
• Cultural engagement and guided walking safaris
• Library/Editing workspace
• Wood-fired oven for fresh baked goods

What makes it special

• Ideally situated in the heart of the Kaza Transfrontier Park
• Unique freeform lounge and dining area with traditional clay walls and handmade local furniture
• Camp "courtyard" with white delta sand and picnic tables for meals
• Sala with cushioned day bed and elevated deck with suspended cargo net hammock overlooking the lagoon
• Four beautifully designed stretch canvas tents with indoor and outdoor bathrooms

Facilities

• Five tents (including one family tent)
• Maximum 12 guests
• Wi-fi available
• Lounge area
• Dining area
• Library/Editing workspace
• Mokoro (dugout canoe) excursions
• Guided walking safaris
• Day and night nature drives
• En-suite indoor bathrooms
• Full outdoor open-air bathrooms