# Luxurious Safari Lodges The Sandibe Okavango Lounge is Opulent and Eco-Friendly By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-06-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandibe-okavango References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/sandibe-okavango-safari-eco-lodge/37833/) & [plewmanarchitects.co.za](http://plewmanarchitects.co.za/portfolio/sandibe-okavango-safari-lodge) Sandibe Okavango is a super-luxurious safari lodge located on the Okavango Delta of Botswana and situated in a [UNESCO World Heritage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clover-studio) site. This lodge provides 24 beds of luxury accommodation but is still [eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dominica). The lodge is built entirely out of biodegradable materials. 70% of energy needs are met via sustainable means, while sewage treatment and waste removal are also carried out in an environmentally friendly manner. Interestingly, the lodge is surrounded by 161 km of swampland, meaning there's no civilization anywhere near be. Despite this, there is no compromise on luxuries like power, hot water, bathing facilities and so on. The Sandibe Okavango lodge proves that [luxury and sustainability](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delek-tulum) do not have to be mutually exclusive. This lodge spoils its guests without spoiling the environment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Eco-friendly Lodges:** Opportunity for creating high-end accommodations that prioritize sustainability and environmental responsibility. - **Biodegradable Material Construction:** Potential for innovative building materials that are eco-friendly and biodegradable. - **Off-grid Luxury Experiences:** Opportunity for developing luxurious accommodations in remote locations while still providing all necessary amenities and services. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can explore luxury eco-friendly lodges to cater to environmentally conscious travelers. - **Construction:** The construction industry can capitalize on the demand for biodegradable building materials for sustainable lodging projects. - **Off-grid Solutions:** Companies specializing in off-grid power, water, and waste management systems can provide innovative solutions for remote luxury accommodations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Rainforest Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botanika-osa-peninsula.md) - [Luxury Safari Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-safari-camps.md) - [Eco-Friendly Rainforest Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mandai-rainforest-resort.md) - [Mozambique-Inspired Sanctuaries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kisawa-sanctuary.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Overwater Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-private-reserve.md) - [Luxe Tented Biophilic Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naviva.md) - [Ancient Oasis Desert Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/habitas-alula-desert-hotel.md) - [Eco-Friendly Luxury Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-villas.md) - [Luxurious Sandstone Desert Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bab-al-shams.md)