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Baine's Lodge

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Venture deep. Sleep beneath the stars. Let the Delta become your refuge.
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Safari
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Solo
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Honeymoon
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Stays

Six elevated river-view suites are available, including one two-bedroom “star bed” option by request.

I can also create a slightly more immersive, inviting version if you want it to feel more experiential.

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Adventures

Enjoy 4x4 day and night game drives, mokoro and boat safaris, and guided walking safaris. Experience star-bed outdoor sleeping, join the elephant interaction program when available, and take in the landscape from optional scenic flights.

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Features

The lodge features eco-sensitive design built on stilts with solar power and off-grid systems. Raised walkways blend seamlessly with nature, leading to a communal lounge, bar, and pool overlooking the lagoon. Its intimate scale is perfect for romantic or small-group stays, with a star-bed roll-out option available.

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Only Here

At Baines’ Lodge you won’t find crowds or bustle, only the quiet drama of the Okavango. The water flows around you, an artist’s palette of reeds, lagoons, and sky. For couples, small groups, or travelers seeking solitude, the lodge offers the rare gift of stillness with immersive wildlife experiences. Sleep under the stars, drift in Mokoros, and ride with guides off the beaten path. Baines’ is not a stopover but a pause in your journey where every moment is full of intention.

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Baines’ Lodge is built for those who seek meaningful escape rather than spectacle. Its six suites invite close connection — to the rhythms of flood, to quiet nights, to the art in nature’s detail. It’s ideal for honeymooners, couples, small families, and travelers who prefer deeper immersion over mass safari. With a design philosophy that honors the landscape rather than dominating it, every moment here feels curated for reflection.

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Baines’ Lodge blends refined design with Wild Earth’s ethos, creating minimal impact and maximum immersion. The architecture dissolves into the landscape, inviting you to move slowly. Expect a balance of land and water safaris, elephant engagement where available, and star-lit nights. Being in a private concession, guides can tailor routes, including walking safaris or off-road drives, offering flexibility few reserves can match.
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4x4 Day and Night Game Drives
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"Track Wildlife Across Every Hour of the Wild."

Explore the diverse landscapes of the Okavango Delta with expert guides on private 4x4 drives, including thrilling after dark safaris. From lions and leopards to rare nocturnal species, these flexible drives offer an unmatched look into Botswana’s untamed beauty.

Guided Walking Safari in the Wild
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"Step Into the Landscape, Not Just Through It."

Leave the vehicle behind and step softly into the bush with a seasoned guide, learning to read tracks, spot signs, and engage all your senses. A walking safari at Baines’ Lodge is an immersive way to connect deeply with the rhythms of the land.

Star-Bed Sleepout on Your Private Deck
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"Sleep Under Stars, Surrounded by Stillness."

Each suite at Baines’ Lodge features a roll out star bed, letting you sleep in open air luxury beneath Botswana’s vast night sky. It’s a one of a kind safari experience, romantic, awe inspiring, and only possible in wild places like the Okavango Delta.

Mokoro Safari Through the Delta Channels
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"Glide Silently Through Nature’s Veins."

Experience the Okavango Delta’s iconic mokoro safari, a traditional dugout canoe journey led by expert local polers. Drift silently through papyrus lined channels, spotting colorful birdlife, aquatic creatures, and reflections that blur the line between water and sky.

Baines’ Lodge Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">Regenerative Design <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">Eco‑Sensitive & Off‑Grid</span> Living</h2>

“Light Footprint, Deep Beauty”

Rebuilt in 2025, Baines’ Lodge was conceived from the ground up with ecological integrity in mind. Suites are raised on stilts so wildlife moves freely underneath. The architecture employs removable timber structures and low-impact foundations that leave little trace. Solar power provides most electricity, with backup systems only when needed. Communal structures are woven around natural features like termite mounds, minimizing earthworks. Waste is managed with strict separation and composting; water is carefully harvested and reused. These practices reflect a commitment to blending luxury with stewardship. (While I did not find a public statement that the lodge is a member of The Long Run, the design philosophy aligns closely with its principles.)

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Let us craft your tailor‑made Delta escape

Whether you're dreaming of five nights drifting among channels, or combining Baines’ with other Botswana or Zambia lodges, our Wild Earth Stays team can weave your ideal itinerary. We’ll match your pace, interests, and season to create a seamless journey.

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Choose Your Experience

Baines’ Lodge blends refined design with Wild Earth’s ethos, creating minimal impact and maximum immersion. The architecture dissolves into the landscape, inviting you to move slowly. Expect a balance of land and water safaris, elephant engagement where available, and star-lit nights. Being in a private concession, guides can tailor routes, including walking safaris or off-road drives, offering flexibility few reserves can match.
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4x4 Day and Night Game Drives
Details +
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"Track Wildlife Across Every Hour of the Wild."

Explore the diverse landscapes of the Okavango Delta with expert guides on private 4x4 drives, including thrilling after dark safaris. From lions and leopards to rare nocturnal species, these flexible drives offer an unmatched look into Botswana’s untamed beauty.

Guided Walking Safari in the Wild
Details +
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"Step Into the Landscape, Not Just Through It."

Leave the vehicle behind and step softly into the bush with a seasoned guide, learning to read tracks, spot signs, and engage all your senses. A walking safari at Baines’ Lodge is an immersive way to connect deeply with the rhythms of the land.

Star-Bed Sleepout on Your Private Deck
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"Sleep Under Stars, Surrounded by Stillness."

Each suite at Baines’ Lodge features a roll out star bed, letting you sleep in open air luxury beneath Botswana’s vast night sky. It’s a one of a kind safari experience, romantic, awe inspiring, and only possible in wild places like the Okavango Delta.

Mokoro Safari Through the Delta Channels
Details +
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"Glide Silently Through Nature’s Veins."

Experience the Okavango Delta’s iconic mokoro safari, a traditional dugout canoe journey led by expert local polers. Drift silently through papyrus lined channels, spotting colorful birdlife, aquatic creatures, and reflections that blur the line between water and sky.

Baines’ Lodge Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">Regenerative Design <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">Eco‑Sensitive & Off‑Grid</span> Living</h2>

“Light Footprint, Deep Beauty”

Rebuilt in 2025, Baines’ Lodge was conceived from the ground up with ecological integrity in mind. Suites are raised on stilts so wildlife moves freely underneath. The architecture employs removable timber structures and low-impact foundations that leave little trace. Solar power provides most electricity, with backup systems only when needed. Communal structures are woven around natural features like termite mounds, minimizing earthworks. Waste is managed with strict separation and composting; water is carefully harvested and reused. These practices reflect a commitment to blending luxury with stewardship. (While I did not find a public statement that the lodge is a member of The Long Run, the design philosophy aligns closely with its principles.)

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us craft your tailor‑made Delta escape

Whether you're dreaming of five nights drifting among channels, or combining Baines’ with other Botswana or Zambia lodges, our Wild Earth Stays team can weave your ideal itinerary. We’ll match your pace, interests, and season to create a seamless journey.

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Luxury Suites
Luxury Suite
2 guests | King Bed
From $2000 pp/night

Each Luxury Suite at Baines’ Lodge is elevated on stilts with sweeping views of the Okavango Delta's floodplains and water channels. Designed for romantic immersion in nature, each suite features a four-poster bed with the signature option to roll it out onto a private "star-bed" deck — allowing guests to sleep under the stars in open sky luxury. The suite includes a spacious en-suite bathroom with indoor shower and outdoor bath, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, and a private veranda. With only six suites in total, the experience is personal, secluded, and unforgettable — perfect for couples and honeymooners seeking privacy and wild beauty.

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Private Lodge
12 guests | King Bed
From $9000 pp/night

Experience the Okavango Delta in total privacy with exclusive use of Baines’ Lodge — a fully hosted luxury safari camp with six elevated king-bed suites, private decks, and star-bed options for sleeping under the stars. Perfect for families, retreats, or intimate group getaways, this all-inclusive lodge offers private guides, tailored safari experiences, and uninterrupted views of Botswana’s wild waterways. Exclusive use rates apply to full lodge bookings only and must be arranged in advance through Wild Earth Stays.

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Choose Your Experience

Baines’ Lodge blends refined design with Wild Earth’s ethos, creating minimal impact and maximum immersion. The architecture dissolves into the landscape, inviting you to move slowly. Expect a balance of land and water safaris, elephant engagement where available, and star-lit nights. Being in a private concession, guides can tailor routes, including walking safaris or off-road drives, offering flexibility few reserves can match.
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4x4 Day and Night Game Drives
Details +
"Track Wildlife Across Every Hour of the Wild."

Explore the diverse landscapes of the Okavango Delta with expert guides on private 4x4 drives, including thrilling after dark safaris. From lions and leopards to rare nocturnal species, these flexible drives offer an unmatched look into Botswana’s untamed beauty.

Guided Walking Safari in the Wild
Details +
"Step Into the Landscape, Not Just Through It."

Leave the vehicle behind and step softly into the bush with a seasoned guide, learning to read tracks, spot signs, and engage all your senses. A walking safari at Baines’ Lodge is an immersive way to connect deeply with the rhythms of the land.

Star-Bed Sleepout on Your Private Deck
Details +
"Sleep Under Stars, Surrounded by Stillness."

Each suite at Baines’ Lodge features a roll out star bed, letting you sleep in open air luxury beneath Botswana’s vast night sky. It’s a one of a kind safari experience, romantic, awe inspiring, and only possible in wild places like the Okavango Delta.

Mokoro Safari Through the Delta Channels
Details +
"Glide Silently Through Nature’s Veins."

Experience the Okavango Delta’s iconic mokoro safari, a traditional dugout canoe journey led by expert local polers. Drift silently through papyrus lined channels, spotting colorful birdlife, aquatic creatures, and reflections that blur the line between water and sky.

Baines’ Lodge Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">Regenerative Design <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">Eco‑Sensitive & Off‑Grid</span> Living</h2>

“Light Footprint, Deep Beauty”

Rebuilt in 2025, Baines’ Lodge was conceived from the ground up with ecological integrity in mind. Suites are raised on stilts so wildlife moves freely underneath. The architecture employs removable timber structures and low-impact foundations that leave little trace. Solar power provides most electricity, with backup systems only when needed. Communal structures are woven around natural features like termite mounds, minimizing earthworks. Waste is managed with strict separation and composting; water is carefully harvested and reused. These practices reflect a commitment to blending luxury with stewardship. (While I did not find a public statement that the lodge is a member of The Long Run, the design philosophy aligns closely with its principles.)

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us craft your tailor‑made Delta escape

Whether you're dreaming of five nights drifting among channels, or combining Baines’ with other Botswana or Zambia lodges, our Wild Earth Stays team can weave your ideal itinerary. We’ll match your pace, interests, and season to create a seamless journey.

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Baines’ Lodge Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">Regenerative Design <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">Eco‑Sensitive & Off‑Grid</span> Living</h2>

“Light Footprint, Deep Beauty”

Rebuilt in 2025, Baines’ Lodge was conceived from the ground up with ecological integrity in mind. Suites are raised on stilts so wildlife moves freely underneath. The architecture employs removable timber structures and low-impact foundations that leave little trace. Solar power provides most electricity, with backup systems only when needed. Communal structures are woven around natural features like termite mounds, minimizing earthworks. Waste is managed with strict separation and composting; water is carefully harvested and reused. These practices reflect a commitment to blending luxury with stewardship. (While I did not find a public statement that the lodge is a member of The Long Run, the design philosophy aligns closely with its principles.)

View Fact Sheet
Whether you're dreaming of five nights drifting among channels, or combining Baines’ with other Botswana or Zambia lodges, our Wild Earth Stays team can weave your ideal itinerary. We’ll match your pace, interests, and season to create a seamless journey.
Book Now
Let us craft your tailor‑made Delta escape

Whether you're dreaming of five nights drifting among channels, or combining Baines’ with other Botswana or Zambia lodges, our Wild Earth Stays team can weave your ideal itinerary. We’ll match your pace, interests, and season to create a seamless journey.

Choose Your Experience

Baines’ Lodge blends refined design with Wild Earth’s ethos, creating minimal impact and maximum immersion. The architecture dissolves into the landscape, inviting you to move slowly. Expect a balance of land and water safaris, elephant engagement where available, and star-lit nights. Being in a private concession, guides can tailor routes, including walking safaris or off-road drives, offering flexibility few reserves can match.
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Explore the diverse landscapes of the Okavango Delta with expert guides on private 4x4 drives, including thrilling after dark safaris. From lions and leopards to rare nocturnal species, these flexible drives offer an unmatched look into Botswana’s untamed beauty.
4x4 Day and Night Game Drives
Details +
Less -
"Track Wildlife Across Every Hour of the Wild."

Explore the diverse landscapes of the Okavango Delta with expert guides on private 4x4 drives, including thrilling after dark safaris. From lions and leopards to rare nocturnal species, these flexible drives offer an unmatched look into Botswana’s untamed beauty.

Explore the diverse landscapes of the Okavango Delta with expert guides on private 4x4 drives, including thrilling after dark safaris. From lions and leopards to rare nocturnal species, these flexible drives offer an unmatched look into Botswana’s untamed beauty.
Leave the vehicle behind and step softly into the bush with a seasoned guide, learning to read tracks, spot signs, and engage all your senses. A walking safari at Baines’ Lodge is an immersive way to connect deeply with the rhythms of the land.
Guided Walking Safari in the Wild
Details +
Less -
"Step Into the Landscape, Not Just Through It."

Leave the vehicle behind and step softly into the bush with a seasoned guide, learning to read tracks, spot signs, and engage all your senses. A walking safari at Baines’ Lodge is an immersive way to connect deeply with the rhythms of the land.

Leave the vehicle behind and step softly into the bush with a seasoned guide, learning to read tracks, spot signs, and engage all your senses. A walking safari at Baines’ Lodge is an immersive way to connect deeply with the rhythms of the land.
Each suite at Baines’ Lodge features a roll out star bed, letting you sleep in open air luxury beneath Botswana’s vast night sky. It’s a one of a kind safari experience, romantic, awe inspiring, and only possible in wild places like the Okavango Delta.
Star-Bed Sleepout on Your Private Deck
Details +
Less -
"Sleep Under Stars, Surrounded by Stillness."

Each suite at Baines’ Lodge features a roll out star bed, letting you sleep in open air luxury beneath Botswana’s vast night sky. It’s a one of a kind safari experience, romantic, awe inspiring, and only possible in wild places like the Okavango Delta.

Each suite at Baines’ Lodge features a roll out star bed, letting you sleep in open air luxury beneath Botswana’s vast night sky. It’s a one of a kind safari experience, romantic, awe inspiring, and only possible in wild places like the Okavango Delta.
Experience the Okavango Delta’s iconic mokoro safari, a traditional dugout canoe journey led by expert local polers. Drift silently through papyrus lined channels, spotting colorful birdlife, aquatic creatures, and reflections that blur the line between water and sky.
Mokoro Safari Through the Delta Channels
Details +
Less -
"Glide Silently Through Nature’s Veins."

Experience the Okavango Delta’s iconic mokoro safari, a traditional dugout canoe journey led by expert local polers. Drift silently through papyrus lined channels, spotting colorful birdlife, aquatic creatures, and reflections that blur the line between water and sky.

Experience the Okavango Delta’s iconic mokoro safari, a traditional dugout canoe journey led by expert local polers. Drift silently through papyrus lined channels, spotting colorful birdlife, aquatic creatures, and reflections that blur the line between water and sky.
Why you'll stay forever
“Top Experiences <br/>at Baines’ Lodge”
Solar-Powered, Low-Impact Architecture

Baines’ Lodge is built with a commitment to sustainability — solar-powered, off-grid, and constructed using removable platforms that preserve the land below. It’s a model of regenerative safari design where luxury never compromises the environment.

Baines’ Lodge is built with a commitment to sustainability — solar-powered, off-grid, and constructed using removable platforms that preserve the land below. It’s a model of regenerative safari design where luxury never compromises the environment.
Communal Lounge, Fire Pit & Infinity Pool

The lodge’s communal areas — including a plunge pool overlooking the lagoon, open-air fire pit, and elegant lounge — create natural gathering spaces. Ideal for relaxing between adventures, these spaces offer both intimacy and views that stretch across wild water.

The lodge’s communal areas — including a plunge pool overlooking the lagoon, open-air fire pit, and elegant lounge — create natural gathering spaces. Ideal for relaxing between adventures, these spaces offer both intimacy and views that stretch across wild water.
Private Elevated Suites with Star-Bed Decks

Each suite at Baines’ Lodge is elevated on timber stilts, offering uninterrupted views of the Delta and direct wildlife sightings from your deck. The roll-out star-bed adds a signature touch of magic — allowing guests to sleep outdoors in comfort and safety.

Each suite at Baines’ Lodge is elevated on timber stilts, offering uninterrupted views of the Delta and direct wildlife sightings from your deck. The roll-out star-bed adds a signature touch of magic — allowing guests to sleep outdoors in comfort and safety.
Exclusivity and Seclusion in a Private Concession

With just six suites and no neighboring lodges nearby, Baines’ Lodge offers a rare sense of privacy even in the most adventurous settings. You’ll explore a private concession with flexible activity schedules and personal attention from the dedicated staff and guides.

With just six suites and no neighboring lodges nearby, Baines’ Lodge offers a rare sense of privacy even in the most adventurous settings. You’ll explore a private concession with flexible activity schedules and personal attention from the dedicated staff and guides.
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YOUR HOST
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Connections Matter!

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team during a live consultation, and together we’ll plan your perfect journey.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

From the Wild at Heart

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“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
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Location
Botswana / Africa
19.5809, 23.2172
Xaxaba, Okavango Delta, North West District, Botswana
NEAREST AIRPORT
Maun International Airport (MUB)
The standard route is to fly into Maun (MUB). From there, guests take a scheduled light aircraft transfer to the lodge’s private airstrip within the concession, arranged by the operator. The flight from Maun usually takes 30 to 60 minutes, depending on routing. Maun serves as your springboard, as road access is impractical for this remote location.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
June-October
These months fall during Botswana’s dry season and the heart of the Delta’s flood period, offering optimal visibility, active wildlife gathering around permanent water, easier navigation on the waterways, and lower mosquito activity.

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Private Lodge
For a totally exclusive experience, charter entire Baine's Lodge as a private charter for up to 12 guests—with a personalised itinerary.
Going Private

Experience the Okavango Delta in total privacy with exclusive use of Baines’ Lodge — a fully hosted luxury safari camp with six elevated king-bed suites, private decks, and star-bed options for sleeping under the stars. Perfect for families, retreats, or intimate group getaways, this all-inclusive lodge offers private guides, tailored safari experiences, and uninterrupted views of Botswana’s wild waterways. Exclusive use rates apply to full lodge bookings only and must be arranged in advance through Wild Earth Stays.

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Whether you're dreaming of five nights drifting among channels, or combining Baines’ with other Botswana or Zambia lodges, our Wild Earth Stays team can weave your ideal itinerary. We’ll match your pace, interests, and season to create a seamless journey.
Book Now
Let us craft your tailor‑made Delta escape

Whether you're dreaming of five nights drifting among channels, or combining Baines’ with other Botswana or Zambia lodges, our Wild Earth Stays team can weave your ideal itinerary. We’ll match your pace, interests, and season to create a seamless journey.

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MEET YOUR HOST
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Connections That Truly Matter

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team in a live consultation to plan your perfect journey together.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

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From the Wild at Heart

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Name, Date, Source

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
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