2 May 2024
Ker & Downey Botswana has completed the full refurbishment of Okuti, accentuating its unique architecture of curved arches and doorways which pay homage to aspects of Botswana’s parliament building, the arches of which represent unity, strength and harmony.
Okuti enjoys a prime location overlooking the enormous Xakanaxa lagoon boasting uninterrupted views of the Maunachira channel. A wide variety of Okavango wildlife wander along the riverbanks in front of the camp with the Xakanaxa region remaining one of the Moremi Game Reserve’s best year-round wildlife hotspots.
Okuti comprises five very spacious twin and double-bedded “Masasas” (ancient tribal word for house of reeds), exceptionally unique in style and architecture, all rooms overlook the permanent Maunachira channel. An additional two family “Masasas” consist of two bedrooms which share spacious bathroom facilities – ideal for families in this child-friendly camp. Each en-suite bathroom provides both an indoor and outdoor shower. Connected by raised wooden walkways, all areas of the camp are wheelchair accessible.
Okuti, refurbished this year, draws its influence from the Maunachira River which flows in front of the camp. With its abundant birdlife, fish and sandy river banks, it remains an oasis of serenity and peacefulness. Okuti is built amidst the wilderness of one of Botswana’s prime game viewing regions, Moremi Game Reserve.
Okuti’s extensive structural renovations and innovative improvements have retained its understated luxury and rustic charm. With the interior design expertise of Maun based Lien Smith (Interior Designer), of Thakadu Treasures Nardia Cronje (Interior Architect), of Nomvula Design, the reimagined full softs and décor replacements assure comfort, enhance guest experience and elevate the camp to a new level of luxury.
Always forging new ways, Ker & Downey Botswana are proud that most of the new interiors were manufactured in Maun, thus supporting the local industry and its’ talented artisans.
Okuti offers one of the best value safari experiences in the Moremi Game Reserve and Okavango Delta region of Botswana. It provides excellent game viewing due to its widely varied and protected habitats which support a huge variety of wildlife. Okuti can accommodate clients wishing to self-drive (in 4WD) into Moremi Game Reserve, offering an adventure and an alternative to flying.
Walter Smith, Sales and Marketing Director of Ker & Downey Botswana said;
“The complete transformation of Okuti’s look and feel is modern, and the camp is truly a one-of-a-kind, with a design that seamlessly blends into the natural surroundings.
The rooms’ new layout and amenities have been rearranged to enhance the breathtaking views out over the lagoon and river, allowing guests to enjoy nature to the horizon from the comfort of their room.
Other new room fixtures such as the flooring and lighting, have transformed thee rooms into a more stylish and brighter space.”
The long serving team, who helped to undertake the improvements are rightly proud of their role in reimagining the camp and look forward to hosting both their guests, media and Ker & Downey Botswana’s trade partners.
Sources: The Ngami Times via Facebook – https://www.kerdowneybotswana.com/our-camps/okuti/
