Detailed review by AndrewPo
Okonjima Bush Camp, which is run by the Africat charity who help rescue leopards and cheetahs, is possible one of the best places I have ever stayed. The accommodation is in the form of traditional huts, but with luxurious beds and bathrooms inside. The half-mile walk through long grass to the lodge, from the huts, with a torch is a little traumatic. Leopards wander around the grounds freely, although never eating the guests. The usual format of game drives and communal dinners with sun downers while game viewing is used here, but with a wonderful selection of wildlife and an emphasis on big cats. The hides for watching the leopards made viewing and photography from close-up exceptional.
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What a fantastic place to stay. In your own traditional hut, with wonderful, comfortable bed and chairs, covered with traditional materials. The huts are spread out and it feals like a real adventure wandering around the grounds.
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Wonderful traditional architecture, made of natural materials. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. The restaurant is limited because there are very few guests at any one time, and everyone eats together. The bar however is very good and there is a swimming pool nearby.
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Food and beverage variety is limited, but that isn't really why you would come to a place like this. The Ambiance is great though, knowing that you are probably being watched by a large cat.
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There is of course no transportation apart from the car you came in, but the four-wheel drive cars needed for the safari game drives are excellent and provided, with guides as part of the package.
