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Savute Elephant Camp - Chobe Accommodation -
Chobe National Park - Chobe Lodges
 In the heart of the
Chobe National Park,
sometimes referred to as the elephant
capital of the world, is the Savute - an
area that personifies the eternal contrast
of Africa. Where other two camps celebrate
water and lush vegetation, Savute is an
objective lesson in aridity. Rain is rare
and water is precious. You will find
yourself in harmony with a unique timeless
place, removed from city life. In Savute,
you realise that previous little has changed
on these dry plains since time began. And
the realisation dawns that you are fortunate
and privileged to be in one of the last
corners of the planet governed by nature.
Perched on the former banks of the now dry
Savute Channel, the camp offers a
spectacular birds eye view of elephant in
their natural habitat, with an adjacent
water hole just metres away from the camps
main building, the impressions created at
Savute will last forever. The Savute is a
dramatic area to see high concentrations of
elephant and lions. Prides up to 40 strong
are not uncommon as are sighting of all the
other major predators; the endangered wild
dog, leopard, cheetah and the hyena. Savute
is also renowned for its excellent birding
during the summer months (December through
March), as well as being home to some very
rate rock paintings drawn by the early San
Bushmen, who once inhabited the region. As
this camp is situated in the Chobe National
Park, park regulations prohibit night drives
and walking, however game viewing activities
are offered in the morning and late
afternoons in open safari game viewing
vehicles. All the tents, public areas and
swimming pool overlook the adjacent water
hole so it is not uncommon to see a wide
variety of birds and animals from the
privacy of your own tent. Savute also offers
a "Boma" or "place of eating" where guests
can enjoy a traditional alfresco dining
experience while being entertained by
members of staff.
Camp Description
 Situated in the arid Savute area, Savute
Elephant Camp offers an oasis type setting
in complete luxury. All luxury tents are
housed on raised wooden platforms, offering
great views, and shaded by a traditional
African thatch roof. The large private decks
are furnished with easy chairs and a
hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for
enjoying a private dinner in complete
privacy. The tent interiors are luxuriously
appointed with such comforts as an en suite
bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar,
four poster bed complete with mosquito
netting, as well as a discreet air
conditioning. The 12 twin-bedded luxury
canvas tents, recently placed under thatch,
that are perfectly suited to the desert air
feature lavishly appointed ensuite bathrooms
and dressing areas. They also have private
viewing decks and comfortable outdoor
lounges overlooking the Channel. For your
convenience, in-room safes are now provided
for the safekeeping of all cash, travel
documents and other suche articles.
Dinner Under the
Stars - The Savute Boma
A dining experience second to none in a
traditional Boma, best translated as a
traditional meeting place, where senior
tribe/community members would get together
for the "Kgotla" or meeting. Typically
traditional food dishes would be served
during or after these get-togethers in the
Boma. The Boma had two entrances, one more
hidden than the other to ensure the safe
passage of tribe elders or the chief should
any threat arise. The Boma offers
spectacular vistas of the African night
skies, through the silhouettes of Camel
Thorn trees and Acacia nigrescens, which
have been incorporated into the design.
Dining in the Savute Boma will, without a
doubt, bring you closer to nature within the
heart of a true bush environment.
Game Viewing
 Savute Elephant Camp promises outstanding
game viewing without having to leave the
confines of the camp itself, so prevalent is
the wildlife around the water hole. When you
do venture out, in open 4x4 vehicles, the
there are excellent opportunities to see
wildlife on the now dry Savute Marsh, which
is also home to the Zebra migration during
the months of February and October. In
addition to the game drives, excursions cane
be arranged to see the historic San rock
paintings in the hills or the ancient
Gametrackers Baobabs. The camp offers game
viewing activities in the morning and late
afternoons. These activities take place on
our safari viewing vehicle, designed for
your comfort and safety. Activities are
restricted to set regulations as the camp is
within a national park.
Bird watching at
Savute Elephant Camp
Savute Elephant Camp is based on the edge of
the Savute Marsh and primarily a desert
habitat of the three camps, this area
abounds with desert and savannah birds. On
the Marsh one can find the largest flying
bird in great numbers - Kori Bustard, Ground
Hornbills, Ostrich and Northern Black Orhaan.
This area also abounds with LBJ's - Ayers,
Desert Cisticolas and a large number of
Pipits and Larks. This is also one of the
few places to view the Bradfield's Hornbill
which is also a true desert Species. Some
250+ birds occur at Savute and most of them
are endemic to the area. Summer is a
wonderful time to visit as it is lush and
green and the area abounds with all the
summerm igrants as they follow the Rift
Valley south. Savute is also well renowned
for its elephant and lion populations and
can often add to the experience and memories
of a trip to this area.
Facilities and
Services
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Telescopes |
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First Aid
Kit |
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Viewing
Decks |
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Illuminated
Pathways |
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Slide
projector and screen |
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Satellite
phones on request |
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Emergency
medical evacuation service |
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Heated
swimming pool - built slightly into the
riverbed |
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Reference
library of books and videos,
audio-visual facilities |
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Environmental flora and fauna check
lists, talks and lectures |
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VHF radio
communications plus 24 hour emergency
facilities |
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Out door
dining area - Boma and Private outdoor
leisure area |
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Transfers
provided to and from hotels for guests
overnighting in Maun |
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All Air
Botswana and Air Namibia flights
automatically reconfirmed for guests |
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Curio shops
with toiletries, video and 35mm film,
safari wear, local art and craft objects |
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Guests met
at Maun Airport by Gametrackers'
representative and escorted onto light
aircraft |
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Accessed by
light aircraft to the Savute Airstrip
which is managed by the department of
wildlife |
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