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Orient-Express Safaris: The Great Dance of Life
(29 June 2009) Today, high-end travellers are seeking a more meaningful journey. They seek emotional connections with the local people whom they encounter and a deeper understanding of nature and of ancient civilisations. And of course they want to return home with unique experiences to relate.
 
Orient-Express Safaris reduces age limit
(03 December 2007) December 2007: Orient-Express Safaris reduces the age limit at its 3 luxury camps from 12 to 8 years, effective 1st January 2008.
 
Conde Nast Traveller announces results of the 20th annual readers' choice awards
(19 October 2007) Orient-Express Safaris' Khwai River Lodge has been listed as one of the top three resorts in Africa & the Middle East for 2007 by Conde Nast readers.
 
Eagle Island Camp Voted Botswana's Leading Safari at the 2007 World Travel Awards
(11 June 2007) June 2007:  Orient-Express Safaris, Eagle Island Camp, was voted “Botswana’s Leading Safari” at the prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA), held in Dubai earlier this month.  
 
Eagle Island Camp launches the ultimate African fishing experience
(01 June 2007) Recently voted “Botswana’s Leading Safari” at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2007, Eagle Island Camp is delighted and privileged to now offer its guests, a dedicated fishing experience in addition to its regular activities such as helicopter excursions, walking and boating safaris in the surrounding channels and islands. 
 
Afro-chic luxury at Savute Elephant Camp
(05 October 2006) Savute Elephant Camp has recently undergone a contemporary revamp by leading interior designer Graham Viney, who has expertly combined afro-chic styling with a calm compatibility with the surrounding rugged Kalahari landscape. 
 
Tailor-made Luxury to “Suite” your Wildest Dreams at Orient-Express Safaris’
(07 August 2006) Okavango Delta, Botswana, July 2006: Experienced travellers of today are looking for more than just an exotic location, they want adventure and new experiences, but also some time for pampering and enjoying quality private time and space
 
Wild Ginja – the digestif for thrilling game experiences at Orient-Express Safaris
(10 April 2006) Wild Ginja – the digestif for thrilling game experiences at Orient-Express Safaris 
 
Unusual great rains transform Okavango Delta
(01 March 2006) March 2006, There is great anticipation in Northern Botswana and in the three camps of Orient-Express Safaris due to the recent dramatic summer rains which have already transformed much of the area into a water wonderland.
 
Orient-Express Safaris luxury camps in Botswana receive a stylish makeover by designer Graham Viney
(01 July 2005) Two of the three ultra luxurious camps at Orient-Express Safaris located in Northern Botswana have received a contemporary afro-chic revamp by leading interior designer Graham Viney. All the furniture has been specially designed for the lodges.
 
Legendary Orient-Express Safaris guide retires
(16 August 2005) July 2005 saw the end of an era in the retirement of one of our longest standing and experienced guides – Mothupi Morutwa.  
 
South African residents offered special getaway package to Botswana's unforgettable camps of Orient-Express Safaris
(01 August 2005) Travellers the world over are crying out for authentic experiences, adventures that remove them from their current reality into a world that explores and reveals some of life’s mysteries. In answer to these needs, Orient-Express Safaris is offering a well priced getaway break for South African residents only to their luxury camps of Khwai River Lodge, Savute Elephant Camp and Eagle Island Camp, all located in diverse eco-systems in northern Botswana.
 
Latest Environmental Report - June 2006
(13 July 2006) ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS FROM ORIENT-EXPRESS SAFARIS
 
Wildly exciting Delta dining experiences
(01 June 2005) Creating gourmet cuisine at Orient-Express Safaris’ three luxury lodges in Botswana is a heroic effort and James van Biljon, recently appointed Executive Chef, is producing top class cuisine.
 
Orient-Express Safaris adds to its menu of unique safari experiences in Botswana
(17 February 2005) Northern Botswana, October 2004; Teeming with game and abundant in birdlife, Botswana’s mighty Okavango Delta is renowned as one of Africa’s wildlife hotspots. Now, with the recent introduction of the ‘Source of the Delta Helicopter Excursions,’ Orient- Express Safaris’ luxurious water-based camp, Eagle Island, offers an exhilarating combination of helicopter and boat travel to provide the discerning traveller with the ultimate safari experience during the wet season when the Delta is flooded.
 
Eagle Island Camp - a review by Carrie Hampton - Travel Writer-Photojournalist-Website & Guide Book Author
(31 August 2004) Carrie Hampton was enchanted by Eagle Island Camp, from the moment she saw it reflecting in the water of Botswana's Okavango Delta at full flood. Carrie Hampton suggests that every Botswana safari should include some nights at a waterside lodge, to explore the winding channels and lily pad lagoons of the Okavango.
 
Khwai River Lodge - a review by Carrie Hampton - Travel Writer-Photojournalist-Website & Guide Book Author
(31 August 2004) Carrie Hampton lay by the Khwai River Lodge pool and only awoke from her safari siesta, if someone shouted "lion." Which happened on more than one occasion! Read on for her personal review of Khwai River Lodge in Botswana's Okavango Delta.
 
Savute Elephant Camp - a review by Carrie Hampton - Travel Writer-Photojournalist-Website & Guide Book Author
(31 August 2004) Carrie Hampton could barely tear herself away from the Savute Elephant Camp terrace, where she was enamoured with the constant stream of elephants coming to drink. It took a rumour that a pride of 20 lions were to be seen on the game drive to draw her away. Read on to find out if that rumour was true…
 
Orient-Express Safaris' Savute Elephant Camp recognised as 2nd best safari camp in Botswana
(24 August 2004) Northern Botswana, August 2004: Savute Elephant Camp, an Orient-Express property, and a long time favourite amongst guests to Orient-Express Safaris, has been recognised as the 2nd best safari camp in Botswana.
 
 
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