Botswana Safari | Okavango Delta | Daunara Safari Camp

For first-timers or experienced safari goers alike, the plentiful wildlife around Daunara will astound you.

Lions, leopards, African wild dogs and more elephants than you could ever hope to count call this place home...

EXPERIENCES

Explore every corner of our stunning concession, by vehicle, mokoro, or even on foot...

The Okavango Delta is one of the world’s last true Edens, and the sheer volume of life in all forms in this remarkable ecosystem is quite simply breathtaking. Seasonal changes in water levels make for completely different safari experiences depending on the time of year of your visit.

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Meet Our Guides

Each brings their own unique story and passion, dedicated to uncovering and sharing the captivating wonders of the wild.

James Suter

Filmmaker, photographer and private guide, James leads conservation-focused safaris that immerse travellers in nature. Inspired by his father, he’s built a career across Africa, including years as a Game Ranger in the Kruger National Park. He co-founded Black Bean Productions and guides guests with deep wildlife knowledge and photographic expertise.

James Tyrrell

James has spent nearly two decades in the African bush. Originally from Cape Town, he studied Zoology and Marketing at Stellenbosch. He began his career at Londolozi, developing a discussion-based guiding style and winning Safari Guide of the Year in 2018. Today he hosts bespoke safaris across Africa and runs JMO Productions, creating high-end conservation media.

Mitch Riley

Mitchell “Mitch” Riley is a fully qualified private safari guide with a lifelong passion for the African bush, first sparked on childhood birding and fishing trips. One of Zimbabwe’s youngest qualified guides, he now has over 16 years’ experience with dangerous game. Confident yet cautious, Mitch reads nature intuitively and prioritises guest safety and memorable, meaningful experiences.

Phil Steffny

Phill Steffny, born and raised in South Africa, has guided safaris since 1997. Known for adventure and photographic expeditions, he has led trips from East Africa to Namibia, Rwanda, the Andes and Borneo. Based in Cape Town, he creates bespoke journeys and is highly regarded for walking safaris. Phill remains dedicated to conservation and inspiring travellers to appreciate Africa’s wild places.

Rodger Bowren

Rodger grew up on a Drakensberg farm, discovering a love for birding and fly-fishing early on. He trained at Shamwari and spent years guiding across Eastern Cape, Kenya, Mozambique, and Tswalu. Now based in Cape Town, Rodger combines guiding, photography, and birding to create unforgettable African safaris, sharing his knowledge and passion so guests leave with a piece of Africa in their hearts.