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Camp Activities 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. Scenic Helicopter Flights
Orient-Express Safaris offers all guests at Eagle Island Camp a rate-inclusive 45 minute scenic helicopter flight of the magnificent game-rich Okavango Delta as part of our range of exclusive activities.
Other services offered, at an aditional charge, include private excursions to secret islands and intimate romantic dinners on your own tent deck. | |
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Fishing Excursions at Eagle Island Camp
Orient-Express Safaris is privileged to offer guests of Eagle Island Camp the opportunity of a fully-escorted fishing excursion along the Bora channel, one of the main tributaries that feeds the Okavango Delta. The main fish species is Tilapia, commonly known as bream in Botswana.
There are also fresh water pike and cat fish but these are uncommon. Basic rods and reels are available in camp, but for the more serious we recommend you bring your own equipment which should include mainly light tackle, with mepps spinners (No 3), and small FZ spoons (8grms), as well as spinning tackle. |
Further details are available on request. Please note that Eagle Island practices fishing strictly on a ‘catch and release’ basis. 3 hours – US$360 per excursion, limited to 2 people. Available May to October.
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Bird watching at Eagle Island Camp
This would be the highlight of any birders trip as this is truly a birders destination. Eagle Island boasts almost 400 bird species and has by far more specials than the other two camps put together.
As the name suggests this is a water camp and during times when the flood that fills the Okavango Delta is good then the camp is totally cut off from the mainland. The water birds here are out of this world; specials include regular sightings of the infamous Pel's Fishing Owl, Black Coucal, Long Toed Plovers, Brown Fire Finches and a whole host of other specials. Wattled Cranes are also a big feature with flocks of up to 200 have been recorded.
A three night stay at Eagle Island Camp is recommended to take in all the beauty and wildlife in the area.
To find out more about exciting itineraries which include Eagle Island Camp please visit the Tailormade Itineraries section of this website. |
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