Hidden from the world, deep within Botswana's Okavango Delta, is the safari paradise we call Eagle Island Camp by Orient-Express. Situated on the island of Xaxaba and surrounded by Illala Palms, the camp overlooks a lagoon fed by the tranquil waterways of the Delta.

The area offers exceptionally high quality wildlife viewing with prolific birdlife and mammal sightings.

Built to blend into its environment, the camps offer guests a peaceful setting perfect for enjoying the sights and sounds of the Okavango Delta. The magnificent sunsets can be enjoyed during times of high flood from the camp's most romantic Fish Eagle Bar at Eagle Island or from the raised deck overlooking the lagoon.

Accommodation at Eagle Island Camp is everything you would expect of a luxury safari experience - comprising of tents and a private suite, perfect for a more intimate safari experience.

All luxury tents are housed on raised wooden platforms, offering great views, and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof. The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy.

The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar, four poster bed complete with mosquito netting, as well as a discreet air conditioning.

For your convenience, in-room safes are provided for the safekeeping of all cash, travel documents and other such articles.

Facilities include individual gas geysers, 'his and hers' vanity unit, private viewing deck, outside lounge, with hammock and ceiling fan, air conditioning, mini-bars, in-room safes, hair dryers, electric overhead fan (24 hour use), 110v/220v plugs for electric razors, facilities for charging video batteries, 24 hour DC battery lighting in guest rooms, and intercom system to reception.

At Eagle Island Camp there are also a range of communal facilities to make your stay complete:

• One of the most romantic bars in the world, located on its own private island away from the main camp.
• Al fresco dining area overlooking the surrounding lagoon.
• Private site for spectacular bush brunches / dinners (on request).
• A 20 meter swimming pool ideal to catch up on some laps.
• Curio shop with safari wear, essential toiletries, local art and craft objects.
• Internet access and satellite TV located discreetly away from the main lounge and dining areas.
• VHS radio communications plus 24 hour emergency facilities.
• Tent to tent internal telephone service.
• Satellite phone on request.
• High powered telescope for star gazing presentations.
• Same day laundry service.
• Small reference library of books on the flora and fauna of the area.
• Environmental flora and fauna check lists.
• Talks and lectures by our environmentalist, on request.
• Private airstrip and helicopter landing pad.

With incredible views cross the Okavango Delta and delicious food to match, the dining experience at Eagle Island Camp is one to remember.

Dine in the open-air or under our covered area and watch the Botswana sun set across the waterlilly filled waters.

After dinner enjoy the bar and lounge areas. Seated around our camp fire you can share stories of the days experiences with other guests or simply curl up and relax while the wildlife in the Delta does the same.

The Okavango Delta is one of the world's largest inland water systems, the only inland delta of its kind and a unique oasis of life in the centre of the Kalahari Desert. It stretches over 16,000 square km and supports a staggering variety of animal, plant, fish and birdlife.

The Okavango Delta consists of a multitude of main channels, smaller tributaries and lagoons as well as floodplains, islands and mainland areas. The watercourses are constantly changing due to annual flooding as well as a combination of sediment transport, seismic activity, the construction of termite mounds, and the continual opening up of new channels by feeding hippopotami and the closing of others by new vegetation growth. There are two fairly distinct areas of the Okavango Delta - the permanent swamp, which is inundated with water all year round, and the seasonal swamp, which is flooded annually and dries gradually with the onset of summer.

Eagle Island Camp's serene watery base lends itself to quiet relaxation, contemplation and reflection. If, however, you are looking for adventure and excitement then Eagle Island will not disappoint - from walking safaris on surrounding islands, where there is always the possibility of a close encounter, to mokoro and motor boat excursions around the myriad of waterways, the diversity and propensity of the wildlife will fascinate the most seasoned of travelers to Africa.

During the months of November through March, when lower water levels make it possible to drive our open 4x4 vehicles off the island, guests can also enjoy the combined excitement of a game drive with water activity.

Our camp offers game viewing activities in the morning and late afternoons. Bird and game viewing is done either from motorised boats or mokoro (traditional dugout canoes), which are poled along effortlessly and quietly through the clear waters of the Okavango.

In addition, Helicopter Flights and Fishing Excursions are also on offer.

NOTE: Eagle Island Camp will be closed annually from 03 January until 31 March.

All accommodation rates above are inclusive of: Accommodation, meals, all drinks including premium branded spirits and wines but excluding imported champagne, laundry services. At least 2 game viewing activities daily, emergency medical evacuation insurance and national park fees, VAT in Botswana AND NEW FOR 2010 all shared inter camp air transfers from / to Maun & Kasane airports or any other Orient- Express camp.

All accommodation rates above are exclusive of: Non house branded wines, spirits and imported champagne, gratuities, personal travel insurance and costs for obtaining visas.