Children 06 years and older are accommodated
Savuti Camp
Savuti is set on the productive Savute Channel – a refuge for a variety of wildlife and a fascinating natural phenomenon: When dry, it is a rich feeding ground and corridor between the mopane woodlands for both plains game and predators. When the waters flow, game congregates around it in numbers. Activities include day and night game drives, nature walks and boating (water levels permitting).
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Reviews4/6
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Vacation Style Adult Group
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Camp Size 12 guests
All about Savuti Camp
The 125 000-hectare (308 000-acre) Linyanti Concession bordering Chobe National Park’s western boundary is an enormous wildlife-rich area with an unrivalled atmosphere of remoteness and space. The bulk of the concession is comprised of different mopane woodland associations, but along the Linyanti River exists a strip of riparian forest and floodplain. The concession is bisected by an ancient watercourse – the Savute Channel – famous as a sporadic and unusual watercourse, possibly as a result of tectonic activity in the area. Dry for many years, it started flowing again in 2008 which led to an influx of waterbirds and adaptation from the resident animals. In keeping with its erratic nature, the Channel is dry once more, exposing open grasslands and creating a new dynamic in wildlife activity. The area is famed for its herds of elephant that reach the world’s highest densities in the dry winter months. Other species are also abundant – zebra, wildebeest, impala, giraffe, lechwe, reedbuck, kudu – and in addition to species like lion, spotted hyaena and leopard, the area also plays host to populations of cheetah and wild dog. Rarer species such as sable and roan emerge from the woodlands during the dry season.
The Linyanti has diverse and prolific wildlife, but is most noted for its very large elephant population which can reach enormous densities during the dry winter months. Other game concentrations are also high, and apart from abundant plains game, species such as roan and sable antelope, giraffe, lion, leopard, cheetah, spotted hyaena, black-backed jackal and wild dog may also be encountered. This area can also be excellent for the rarely-seen aardvark and aardwolf. Birding is spectacular.
About the camp
Activities
- Day & night game drives in 04 x 10-seater open 4x4 Land Rovers
- Private activities available on request
- Water based activities in 01 x 6-seater boat
- Guided nature walks
- Birding in an internationally recognised IBA
- Fishing on a catch and release basis only
- Star-Bed experience
- Wilderness Safaris and Olympus Photo Hub experience OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES AT AN ADDITIONAL COST
- Scenic helicopter flights
Camp Facilities
- Lounge, dining room and bar areas under thatch and on a raised wooden deck overlooking the Savute Channel.
- The log-pile hide is located in front of the camp at a pumped waterhole and used for viewing game.
- Fire deck.
- During winter months knee blankets are provided during dinner.
- Traditional boma for dining under the stars.
- Pool in main area.
- Small Safari Trading Store.
- Reading area with a selection of reference books
Accomodation
Seven canvas-and-thatch tents (including a family unit) and main area extend outwards on raised decks, facing the Savute Channel. A log-pile hide and a sunken hide provide unique settings to watch wildlife at the water's edge. Two nearby Star Beds – Southern Cross and Orion – offer the experience of an exciting sleep-out under the stars.
Number of tents
- 06 x tents in total comprising:
- 05 x twin-bedded tents each with 02 three quarter beds.
- 01 x family unit consisting of two inter-leading bedrooms each with two three quarter beds, in each tent and each with their own en-suite facilities. Main bathroom and second bathroom each with an indoor shower (no outdoor shower), double basin vanity and separate toilet. Separate entrances, however shared outdoor deck.
- A total of 08 mattress converters are available that transforms twin beds into king-size beds.
Tent Descriptions
- Canvas tented accommodation under thatch on raised wooden deck with a view over the Savute Channel and elevated wooden walkways (intermittent sections may be on the ground to allow for animal movement) connecting all tents to main areas.
- Each tent comprises en-suite facilities with an indoor shower, double vanity basin and separate toilet. Writing desk and chair, easy chairs, luggage rack, mosquito net, ceiling fan, hairdryer (on request), electronic safe, Olympus equipment (includes a camera and a pair of binoculars), indoor lounge area, tea and coffee making facilities), a yoga mat, weights (2 x 1 kg and 2 x 2 kg weights) and resistance bands, veranda with deck chairs, multi-plugs adaptor charging facilities for mobile devices.
- No air-conditioning, however, a ceiling fan is provided in each tent.
- Complimentary in-tent Wi-Fi.
- Seasonal bathrobes, slippers, liquid soap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner, body lotion, room spray, insect repellent, mosquito coil, shower caps, vanity kit with cotton tip swabs and cotton wool pads, sewing kit, tissue dispenser, laundry bag and umbrella are supplied in each tent.
Electricity & Water
Child Policy
For families travelling with children between the ages of 06 and 12 years, private activities need to be booked and paid for
Children between 06 and 16 years must share with at least one adult in the same tent.
The minimum age for walking activities and sleep-outs is 13 years (subject to season and the availability of a qualified walking guide).
Laundry Facilities
Laundry is provided on a daily basis (weather permitting) and included on the FI rate basis. A mesh laundry bag is supplied for ‘smalls’ so that guests may place their underwear in this bag which will be machine washed and returned in the mesh bag. Environmentally friendly detergent is available in the tents or can be provided on request. Note that laundry services may be limited as a result of water shortages.
Gratuities Guidelines
We would like to reiterate that tipping is not compulsory. Guests should not feel obliged to do so. Tipping should be undertaken only by choice, subject to the service received. In addition, guests may wish to add a nominal amount for incidentals, ranging between USD 15.00 to USD 30.00 per day (subject to personal budget choice) - i.e. if additional activities are booked once on their journey, if travel arrangements change for any reason, in acknowledgement of good service received in another area, etc.
Guide and Specialist Guide - We recommend about USD 10.00 per guest per day and may be tipped directly.
The General Safari Camp Staff - We recommend about USD 10.00 per guest per day for safari camps. This should be placed in the communal tipping box to be distributed equally amongst all the staff.
With regards to being hosted by Camp Management and/or Assistant Camp Management, tipping separately for said staff is purely optional and per guests’ discretion.
| Departure Dates Confirmed Dates | Trip Status Trip Status | Price (PP) Including Flights | Price (PP) Excluding Flights | |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,779 |
$3,170 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$2,679 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$1,779 |
$3,470 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available |
$2,779 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$3,779 |
$4,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,879 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,679 |
$1,970 |
|
Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$4,779 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$5,779 |
$3,270 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,779 |
$3,970 |
Camp has 220V generator-powered electricity run in kitchen and main areas when guests are not in camp. When guests return from activities, generators are generally switched off (for peace in camp)
220V multi-plug adaptor charging facilities for mobile devices. Additional charging facilities (available on request) for the use of sleep apnoea machines (guests to provide own device, spare batteries, charging unit and adaptors).
Solar-heated water.