Camp Savuti epitomises the Botswana safari experience. From exceptional game viewing to authentic tented comfort, this is a traditional, understated way to experience one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich regions.
Location: Camp Savuti sits in a remote corner of Botswana's Chobe National Park, overlooking the vast Savuti Marsh. This ever-changing landscape has become famous for its dense elephant populations and the lions that have learned to hunt them, a behaviour captured in award-winning wildlife documentaries. Travelling to camp involves a scenic 40-minute light aircraft flight from Maun or Kasane, followed by a 20–40-minute drive through Chobe National Park that often doubles as a game drive. The surrounding terrain of open woodland, grasslands, and the dry Savuti Channel supports an incredible diversity of wildlife, from roaming buffalo herds to rare sightings of African wild dog and sable antelope.
Rooms: Five spacious Meru-style tents are built on raised wooden platforms with private viewing decks overlooking the marsh and channel. Each tent includes an en-suite bathroom with a bush shower and flush toilet, pure cotton linen, and fans for comfort. Outdoor showers offer a refreshing connection to the bush, while the layout ensures privacy and uninterrupted wilderness views.
Amenities: The camp’s main thatched area houses a lounge, bar, dining space, and library, all opening onto wide decks overlooking the Savuti Channel. A fire pit and boma provide inviting spaces for evening gatherings, while the small plunge pool and sun loungers offer a welcome retreat during the heat of the day. There is also a curio shop, viewing hides nearby, and a safe in each tent. The atmosphere is relaxed and personal, with warm service and family-friendly options available.
Activities: Camp Savuti offers twice-daily game drives through Chobe National Park, where wildlife sightings are both frequent and varied. This is one of Botswana’s best regions for predators, particularly lion and African wild dog, alongside elephant, buffalo, zebra, sable, and brown hyena. Birdwatching is excellent throughout the year, and evenings bring opportunities for stargazing or boma dinners under the open sky. Guided walks and visits to secluded hides allow for quiet moments immersed in the sights and sounds of the bush.
Sustainability: Camp Savuti is eco-friendly and powered by solar energy, minimising its impact on this fragile environment. Built on raised platforms, the camp treads lightly on the land while supporting local employment and conservation initiatives in the Chobe region. Its low-impact design and respect for nature ensure that Savuti remains as wild and untamed as it has always been.
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