Tucked within the untamed wilderness of Botswana’s NG32 concession, Little Maru has quietly established itself as one of the Okavango Delta’s most atmospheric boutique camps. Intimate, warm, and deeply connected to its surroundings, it offers a refined yet unfussy approach to an African safari that resonates with travelers seeking slow, immersive luxury.
A Boutique Camp Crafted for Connection
Little Maru’s design embraces a contemporary safari aesthetic: canvas-clad tents rise beneath cathedral-like trees, woven seamlessly into the landscape, creating a sense of grounding rather than grandeur. The camp strikes the ideal middle point between sophistication and genuine wilderness living.
This deeply intimate camp only has 3 tents (6 guests maximum), offering king or twin configurations, indoor and outdoor seating, and ensuite bathrooms with sweeping Delta views. Elevated walkways connect guest areas, allowing wildlife to wander freely beneath and around the camp.
Communal Luxury with a True Safari Spirit
The communal pool, fringed by indigenous vegetation, offers a tranquil place to cool off between activities or watch passing wildlife. A stylish lounge and open-air dining area encourage shared stories and unfiltered connection — hallmarks of authentic Delta experiences.
Evenings gather around the firepit, where the night fills with the sounds of hippos grunting from distant channels and lions calling across the floodplains.
A Wilderness That Moves With the Seasons
The NG32 concession is characterized by a mosaic of permanent river channels and seasonal floodplains, giving Little Maru access to a full spectrum of land- and water-based wildlife encounters year-round.
Tracking in this region is exceptional, with predators such as lions, cheetahs, and African wild dogsconsistently seen.
Activities available at Maru Tented Camp:
- Morning and afternoon game drives (off-road, with tracking permitted)
- Seasonal mokoro excursions
- Guided walks
- Boating, depending on water levels
The diversity of terrain — sprawling floodplains, mopane woodlands, permanent water channels, and vast grasslands — create the kind of ecological drama that defines Botswana’s finest safari regions.
Dining That Reflects Place and Season
Meals at Little Maru are a thoughtful blend of bush-inspired cuisine and contemporary touches. Freshly baked breads, open-fire cooking, and seasonal produce elevate each meal without overshadowing the natural environment that makes dining here special.
Whether it’s drinking coffee while watching the first light of sunrise sweep the plains or a lantern-lit dinner beneath the stars, Little Maru’s culinary experiences feel intentionally relaxed. It’s all about luxury through authentic, sense-driven moments.
A Retreat for Travelers Seeking Intimacy Over Opulence
Little Maru is not about excess. It’s about space, wildlife, and the immersive quiet found only in truly wild locations. For travelers seeking a camp that blends boutique charm with serious game-viewing credentials, it remains one of the Okavango Delta’s most compelling stays.
What sets it apart is its ability to feel both exclusive and deeply personal — a place where you are known by name, where guides tailor each day to your pace, and where the surrounding wilderness shapes every experience.
It’s the kind of camp that invites you to slow down, look closer, and reconnect with nature in a way that feels grounding and restorative. At Little Maru, luxury isn’t defined by extravagance but by the rare privilege of solitude, silence, and the wild beauty of the Delta unfolding around you.
