Children of 06 years and older are accommodated.
Tubu Tree
Tubu Tree, as its name indicates, is built into the trees, with elevated wooden walkways connecting eight traditional-style tents on raised platforms, with picturesque views over the surrounding floodplains from a private deck. Each has an en-suite bathroom and an outdoor shower, while the family unit consists of two adjoining tents with separate bathrooms and a shared lounge. The main dining and lounge areas and pool are raised to maximise the vista across the floodplains, and an open bar area is shaded by a large marula tree. Hunda Island, on which Tubu Tree is situated, is known for its concentrations of game and offers both spectacular wildlife viewing on land, and tranquil adventures on the water. This combination of activities makes time spent at Tubu Tree a complete Delta adventure.
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Reviews4/6
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Vacation Style Adult Group
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Camp Size 16 guests and 2 children
All about Tubu Tree
Tubu Tree is a member of the Tubu Joint Management Committee which focuses on community upliftment including assisting the local school with various requirements
Tubu Tree lies on the western side of isolated Hunda Island, with easy access to diverse habitats and thus excellent game viewing. Activities include day and night game drives, and boating, seasonal fishing and mokoro trips during winter (generally May to late September).
Tubu Tree, as its name indicates, is built into the trees, with elevated wooden walkways connecting eight traditional-style tents on raised platforms, with picturesque views over the surrounding floodplains from a private deck. Each has an en-suite bathroom and an outdoor shower, while the family unit consists of two adjoining tents with separate bathrooms and a shared lounge. The main dining and lounge areas and pool are raised to maximise the vista across the floodplains, and an open bar area is shaded by a large marula tree. Hunda Island, on which Tubu Tree is situated, is known for its concentrations of game and offers both spectacular wildlife viewing on land, and tranquil adventures on the water. This combination of activities makes time spent at Tubu Tree a complete Delta adventure.
Wildlife seen around Tubu Tree includes elephant, lion, Burchell's zebra, red lechwe, southern giraffe, tsessebe, and blue wildebeest on the floodplains. Kudu, impala, bushbuck and leopard are also seen in the forested areas. The variety of birdlife is impressive, with dry-land species seen on the larger islands and a multitude of wetland birds seen on the floodplains and waterways.
About the camp
Activities
- Day & night game drives in 04 x 10-seater open 4x4 Land Rover
- Private activities available on request (subject to vehicle availability which needs to be booked and paid for) - note that the private vehicle at Little Tubu is shared with Tubu Tree.
- Water-based activities in 10 x 2-seater mekoro, 01 x 6-seater and 01 x 12-seater boats (shared with Tubu Tree Camp; seasonal and water levels permitting).
- Guided nature walks (seasonal and subject to the availability of a qualified walking guide, therefore pre-booking is essential).
- Fishing - on a catch and release basis only, however, is prohibited by Botswana law in January and February due to breeding purposes.
- Birding (internationally recognised IBA – Important Bird Area).
- The Tubu Star-Bed is about a 20 minutes’ drive from camp (it is not the same platform used by Jao Camp). It can take a maximum of four guests, with the guide sleeping in a nearby tent. The platform is accessible throughout the year (weather permitting) and is equipped with a long drop toilet, radio, torch, bedrolls, mosquito nets and flasks of tea/coffee.
- It is possible to do a sala sleep-out in the Honeymoon room at Little Tubu. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES AT AN ADDITIONAL COST
- Scenic helicopter flights ranging in duration from 30, 45 to 60 minutes - with guest numbers as a minimum 2 and a maximum up to 5 or 6 depending on the helicopter used; half day (morning or afternoon).
- Half day Tsodilo Hills (UNESCO World Heritage Site) excursion to learn more about Botswana and the history of the San.
Camp Facilities
- Large open and airy tented lounge and dining areas under thatch built on an elevated wooden deck with elevated wooden boardwalks connecting the camp to Little Tubu.
- Outdoor bar built under a marula tree canopy.
- Evening camp fire.
- Safari Trading Store.
- Pool in main area.
- Digital projector available for presentations/lectures.
- Early morning wake-up call. Morning wake-up and activity times vary according to the seasons, activities on offer and wildlife sightings.
- Light breakfast before departing on the morning activity.
- Return to camp for a meal and rest period
- Meet for afternoon tea before departing on the activity
- Return to camp – freshen up or meet for drinks, followed by dinner and thereafter, perhaps a nightcap
Accomodation
As its name indicates, this eight-tented traditional-style camp is set in the tree canopy on raised decks, with a view of the open, grassy floodplain in front. The family unit has two adjoining tents, separate bathrooms and a shared lounge. The main area’s famous bar is shaded under the spreading boughs of a marula tree and the pool deck below affords uninterrupted views over the ever-changing plain. A Star Bed for sleep-outs is located 20 minutes from camp.
Number of tents
- 08 x units in total comprising;
- 07 x twin-bedded canvas tents each with two three quarter beds (separate mattresses with shared base)
- 01 x family unit consisting of two bedrooms each with two three quarter beds (separate mattresses with shared base), in each tent and each with their own en-suite facilities. Main bathroom and second bathroom each with an indoor shower, outdoor shower, double basin vanity and separate toilet. Separate entrance, however, shared outdoor deck and seating area.
- A total of 03 mattress converters (shared between Little Tubu and Tubu Tree) are available that transforms twin beds into kingsize beds. To be arranged prior to arrival
Tent Descriptions
- Luxury canvas tented accommodation on an elevated deck with elevated wooden walkways leading to the main area. All tents have verandas overlooking the floodplains with spectacular views.
- Each tent comprises of en-suite facilities with an indoor shower, outdoor shower and separate toilet, electronic safe, tea and coffee making facilities, yoga mat and resistance bands.
- No air-conditioning, however, ceiling and pedestal fans are provided in all the tents.
- Complimentary in-tent Wi-Fi.
- Bathrobes, slippers, shower gel, hand and body wash, shampoo and conditioner, lotion, insect spray, shower caps, vanity kit with cotton wool, sewing kit, washing powder, umbrellas, mosquito repellent spray and mosquito coils are supplied in each tent.
Electricity & Water
Child Policy
For families travelling with children between 06 and 12 years, private activities need to be booked and paid for.
Children between 06 and 16 years must share with an adult/s in the same tent.
The minimum age for boating activities (water levels permitting) is 06 years.
The minimum age for walking (seasonal and subject to the availability of a qualified walking guide) and mokoro activities (water levels permitting) is 13 years
Laundry Facilities
Laundry services are 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. Camp has environmentally friendly washing powder available in the tents or can be provide 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. Please do not feel obliged to do so, tipping should be undertaken only by choice, subject to the service received. In addition, you 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 your journey, if travel arrangements change for any reason, in acknowledgement of good service received in another area, etc.
Guides and Specialist Guides – We recommend USD 10.00 per guest per day.
Mokoro Paddlers – We recommend that each paddler receive USD 5.00 per guest per day.
The General Safari Camp Hotel Staff – We recommend about USD 10.00 per guest per day for safari camps/lodges. 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|
Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available |
$2,779 |
$3,970 |
|
Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$3,779 |
$4,970 |
|
Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,879 |
$3,970 |
|
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 |
|
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, laundry and workshop when guests are not in camp. When guests return from daily 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).
Thermo-dynamic and solar geyser heated water throughout camp.