Abu Camp
Okavango Delta, Botswana
At Abu, guests are invited to experience the African bush through the lens of elephant conservation — the founding ethos of the camp.
Named after a very special bull elephant, Abu is set in riverine forest overlooking a lagoon. The six en-suite tents feature indoor and outdoor showers, an outdoor copper bath, and private plunge pools.
The Abu Private Reserve combines grasslands, island sanctuaries, and papyrus channels, supporting exceptional game viewing including elephant, giraffe, zebra, buffalo, lion, leopard, and hyaena.
Example of a Typical Day
- Early morning wake-up call.
- 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 to freshen up, followed by drinks, dinner, and a nightcap.
Accommodation
Abu's six luxurious explorer-style tents blend into their natural surroundings, each with a private plunge pool overlooking a lagoon.
Number of Tents
- 06 x tents in total.
- 06 x twin-bedded tented rooms, each with two three-quarter beds.
- Mattress converters can transform twin beds into emperor-size beds (arrange prior to arrival).
Tent Descriptions
- Unique luxury tented accommodation on raised decks, linked by elevated wooden walkways.
- Amenities include bathrobes, slippers, toiletries, insect repellent, laundry bag, umbrella, and other in-room essentials.
- En-suite facilities include indoor/outdoor showers, outdoor copper bath, double vanity, separate toilet, writing desk, safe, hairdryer, mini-bar, private plunge pool, and viewing deck.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access.
- No air-conditioning; each tent has a ceiling fan.
- Emergency two-way radios connect guests to camp management.
- Charging facilities are available for sleep apnoea machines (request in advance).
Extra Info
Electricity & Water
- 100% solar powered; 220V generator used for emergencies.
- 220V multi-plug charging facilities for mobile devices, with additional charging support on request.
Child Policy
- Minimum age for walking and mokoro activities is 13 years (seasonal and guide-dependent).
- Minimum age for boating activities is 6 years (water levels permitting).
- For ages 6–12, private activities must be booked and charged for game drives and boating.
Laundry Facilities
- Daily laundry is included on FI basis (weather permitting); service may be limited during water shortages.
Gratuities Guidelines
- Tipping is not compulsory and should reflect service received.
- Guide recommendation: ~USD 10 per guest per day, tipped directly.
- Camp staff recommendation: ~USD 10 per guest per day via communal tip box.
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