Zarafa Dhow Suite by Great Plains
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Zarafa Dhow Suite by Great Plains

Botswana

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Wake to elephants outside your villa, explore one of Botswana’s wildest private reserves, and enjoy pure privacy with world class service.
Conservation Focus
Private Residence + Family
Family & Generational
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Safari
Photography + Safari
Eco
Adventure & Nature
Photography
Couples
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Stays

One ultra luxury two bedroom Dhow Suite with a private plunge pool, deck, lounge, dining area, copper bath, butler, chef, and exclusive safari vehicle. It overlooks the Zibadianja Lagoon with exceptional wildlife views.

Adventures

Private game drives and night drives. Seasonal private boating when water levels allow. Guided bush walks and birding safaris. In-suite spa treatments, photographic safaris, sundowners, and seasonal fishing.

Features

Exclusive two-bedroom villa with a private pool and deck. Personal butler and chef. Your own safari vehicle and guide. Beautiful lagoon views. Eco friendly and fully solar powered. In-suite spa treatments and gourmet dining throughout your stay.

Only Here

Zarafa Dhow Suite is perfect for families or friends looking for complete privacy, five star comfort, and front row wildlife in Botswana’s iconic Selinda Reserve.

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Your Private Safari, Redefined

Zarafa Dhow Suite is perfect for families or friends wanting luxury, privacy, and total flexibility, surrounded by wildlife and Selinda’s legendary cats and elephants.

Why Stay Here

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Every day in the Dhow Suite brings tailored luxury, private adventures, and the very best of wild Botswana.
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Private Game Drives
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Your adventure, your pace

Tailored drives for lions, leopards, elephants, and rare Selinda species with your guide.

Private Boating Safaris
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Explore your lagoon

Enjoy private boating on Zibadianja Lagoon (seasonal, water permitting) with sundowners.

Guided Bush Walks
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Walk the wild

Guided walks reveal tracks, birds, and rare encounters on foot.

Photographic Safaris
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Frame your safari

Specialist vehicle and expert guide for keen photographers of big cats and elephants.

In-Suite Spa and Wellness
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Relax in luxury

Enjoy massages and wellness treatments in the privacy of your suite.

Sundowners
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Toast the Selinda sunset

Sip cocktails on your deck as the sun sets over the lagoon.

Zarafa Dhow Suite by Great Plains Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">exclusive use sanctuary, private guiding and timeless craftsmanship <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">protecting a rare wilderness corridor</span> with intention</h2>

Wildlife, Privacy, and Protection

The Dhow Suite is solar powered, plastic free, and directly supports Selinda Reserve conservation, anti-poaching, and community schools. Every stay leaves a legacy for the wild.

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Let us build your private Zarafa experience

Contact Wild Earth Stays to craft your bespoke Zarafa Dhow Suite journey, with all private activities, dining, and spa experiences included.

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Every day in the Dhow Suite brings tailored luxury, private adventures, and the very best of wild Botswana.
Display Name
Details +
Tagline

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Private Game Drives
Details +
Less -
Your adventure, your pace

Tailored drives for lions, leopards, elephants, and rare Selinda species with your guide.

Private Boating Safaris
Details +
Less -
Explore your lagoon

Enjoy private boating on Zibadianja Lagoon (seasonal, water permitting) with sundowners.

Guided Bush Walks
Details +
Less -
Walk the wild

Guided walks reveal tracks, birds, and rare encounters on foot.

Photographic Safaris
Details +
Less -
Frame your safari

Specialist vehicle and expert guide for keen photographers of big cats and elephants.

In-Suite Spa and Wellness
Details +
Less -
Relax in luxury

Enjoy massages and wellness treatments in the privacy of your suite.

Sundowners
Details +
Less -
Toast the Selinda sunset

Sip cocktails on your deck as the sun sets over the lagoon.

Zarafa Dhow Suite by Great Plains Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">exclusive use sanctuary, private guiding and timeless craftsmanship <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">protecting a rare wilderness corridor</span> with intention</h2>

Wildlife, Privacy, and Protection

The Dhow Suite is solar powered, plastic free, and directly supports Selinda Reserve conservation, anti-poaching, and community schools. Every stay leaves a legacy for the wild.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us build your private Zarafa experience

Contact Wild Earth Stays to craft your bespoke Zarafa Dhow Suite journey, with all private activities, dining, and spa experiences included.

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Zarafa Dhow Suites
Zarafa Dhow Suite
4 guests | King Beds or Twin Beds
From $9500 pp/night

Ultra-luxury private two-bedroom villa with personal lounge, plunge pool, copper bath, private chef, butler, and vehicle. Overlooks the Zibadianja Lagoon for total exclusivity.

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Choose Your Experience

Every day in the Dhow Suite brings tailored luxury, private adventures, and the very best of wild Botswana.
Display Name
Details +
Tagline

This is a template for CMS content. It will be automatically populated on the published website. DO NOT EDIT

Private Game Drives
Details +
Your adventure, your pace

Tailored drives for lions, leopards, elephants, and rare Selinda species with your guide.

Private Boating Safaris
Details +
Explore your lagoon

Enjoy private boating on Zibadianja Lagoon (seasonal, water permitting) with sundowners.

Guided Bush Walks
Details +
Walk the wild

Guided walks reveal tracks, birds, and rare encounters on foot.

Photographic Safaris
Details +
Frame your safari

Specialist vehicle and expert guide for keen photographers of big cats and elephants.

In-Suite Spa and Wellness
Details +
Relax in luxury

Enjoy massages and wellness treatments in the privacy of your suite.

Sundowners
Details +
Toast the Selinda sunset

Sip cocktails on your deck as the sun sets over the lagoon.

Zarafa Dhow Suite by Great Plains Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">exclusive use sanctuary, private guiding and timeless craftsmanship <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">protecting a rare wilderness corridor</span> with intention</h2>

Wildlife, Privacy, and Protection

The Dhow Suite is solar powered, plastic free, and directly supports Selinda Reserve conservation, anti-poaching, and community schools. Every stay leaves a legacy for the wild.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us build your private Zarafa experience

Contact Wild Earth Stays to craft your bespoke Zarafa Dhow Suite journey, with all private activities, dining, and spa experiences included.

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Zarafa Dhow Suite by Great Plains Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">exclusive use sanctuary, private guiding and timeless craftsmanship <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">protecting a rare wilderness corridor</span> with intention</h2>

Wildlife, Privacy, and Protection

The Dhow Suite is solar powered, plastic free, and directly supports Selinda Reserve conservation, anti-poaching, and community schools. Every stay leaves a legacy for the wild.

View Fact Sheet
Contact Wild Earth Stays to craft your bespoke Zarafa Dhow Suite journey, with all private activities, dining, and spa experiences included.
Book Now
Let us build your private Zarafa experience

Contact Wild Earth Stays to craft your bespoke Zarafa Dhow Suite journey, with all private activities, dining, and spa experiences included.

Choose Your Experience

Every day in the Dhow Suite brings tailored luxury, private adventures, and the very best of wild Botswana.
Display Name
Details +
Tagline

This is a template for CMS content. It will be automatically populated on the published website. DO NOT EDIT

Tailored drives for lions, leopards, elephants, and rare Selinda species with your guide.
Private Game Drives
Details +
Less -
Your adventure, your pace

Tailored drives for lions, leopards, elephants, and rare Selinda species with your guide.

Tailored drives for lions, leopards, elephants, and rare Selinda species with your guide.
Enjoy private boating on Zibadianja Lagoon (seasonal, water permitting) with sundowners.
Private Boating Safaris
Details +
Less -
Explore your lagoon

Enjoy private boating on Zibadianja Lagoon (seasonal, water permitting) with sundowners.

Enjoy private boating on Zibadianja Lagoon (seasonal, water permitting) with sundowners.
Guided walks reveal tracks, birds, and rare encounters on foot.
Guided Bush Walks
Details +
Less -
Walk the wild

Guided walks reveal tracks, birds, and rare encounters on foot.

Guided walks reveal tracks, birds, and rare encounters on foot.
Specialist vehicle and expert guide for keen photographers of big cats and elephants.
Photographic Safaris
Details +
Less -
Frame your safari

Specialist vehicle and expert guide for keen photographers of big cats and elephants.

Specialist vehicle and expert guide for keen photographers of big cats and elephants.
Enjoy massages and wellness treatments in the privacy of your suite.
In-Suite Spa and Wellness
Details +
Less -
Relax in luxury

Enjoy massages and wellness treatments in the privacy of your suite.

Enjoy massages and wellness treatments in the privacy of your suite.
Sip cocktails on your deck as the sun sets over the lagoon.
Sundowners
Details +
Less -
Toast the Selinda sunset

Sip cocktails on your deck as the sun sets over the lagoon.

Sip cocktails on your deck as the sun sets over the lagoon.
Why you'll stay forever
Signature Moments in the Dhow Suite
Private Plunge Pool

Your own pool and deck with uninterrupted lagoon and wildlife views.

Your own pool and deck with uninterrupted lagoon and wildlife views.
Private Chef and Butler

Enjoy personalized gourmet meals and round-the-clock service in your suite.

Enjoy personalized gourmet meals and round-the-clock service in your suite.
Private Safari Vehicle and Guide

Your own dedicated guide and safari vehicle for all activities.

Your own dedicated guide and safari vehicle for all activities.
Lagoon and Wildlife Views

Sweeping vistas of Zibadianja Lagoon and Selinda’s wildlife-rich floodplains.

Sweeping vistas of Zibadianja Lagoon and Selinda’s wildlife-rich floodplains.
In-Suite Spa Treatments

Private spa and wellness treatments arranged at your schedule.

Private spa and wellness treatments arranged at your schedule.
Conservation and Community Impact

Every stay helps fund Selinda wildlife, anti-poaching, and community programs.

Every stay helps fund Selinda wildlife, anti-poaching, and community programs.
MEET
YOUR HOST
Great Plains Conservation
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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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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We felt like royalty. Our own chef, butler, and vehicle made everything totally private and unforgettable.

Jessica M,
August 2023,
TripAdvisor

The wildlife, luxury, and views from the Dhow Suite are worth every penny. Amazing for families or groups.

Trevor W,
July 2023,
Expedia

This is the ultimate private safari in Africa. Loved the spa and dining experiences with our own staff.

Sipho R,
June 2023,
Trustpilot
Where on earth
BE BOLD.
GO SOMEWHERE NEW.
Location
Botswana / Africa
-18.2744, 23.5465
Selinda Reserve, Northern Botswana
NEAREST AIRPORT
Selinda Airstrip
Fly by charter to Selinda Airstrip, 45 minute road transfer to the suite. Charter flights available from Maun, Kasane, or other Delta camps.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
May to October
May to October is peak dry season for best wildlife, private lagoon views, and exclusive experiences. November to April is green, quieter, and dramatic for birding and rare sightings.

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Contact Wild Earth Stays to craft your bespoke Zarafa Dhow Suite journey, with all private activities, dining, and spa experiences included.
Book Now
Let us build your private Zarafa experience

Contact Wild Earth Stays to craft your bespoke Zarafa Dhow Suite journey, with all private activities, dining, and spa experiences included.

Great Plains Conservation
Great Plains Conservation
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.

Zarafa Dhow Suite by Great Plains
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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We felt like royalty. Our own chef, butler, and vehicle made everything totally private and unforgettable.

Jessica M,
August 2023,
TripAdvisor

The wildlife, luxury, and views from the Dhow Suite are worth every penny. Amazing for families or groups.

Trevor W,
July 2023,
Expedia

This is the ultimate private safari in Africa. Loved the spa and dining experiences with our own staff.

Sipho R,
June 2023,
Trustpilot