Khwai Community Concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve

Little Machaba

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LITTLE MACHABA

Discover Botswana's Khwai Concession

Little Machaba Camp is an intimate luxury safari camp located in the wildlife-rich Khwai Concession on the edge of Botswana’s Okavango Delta. Overlooking the Khwai River and neighbouring Moremi Game Reserve, the camp combines the charm of a traditional 1950s-style safari with exceptional wildlife viewing and personalised service. With only a small number of luxury tents, Little Machaba offers a more private and exclusive safari experience while maintaining the authentic atmosphere that has made Machaba Safaris so highly regarded

Positioned within one of Botswana’s most productive wildlife regions, the camp provides access to diverse habitats including floodplains, woodlands and river systems. These varied ecosystems support abundant wildlife throughout the year, making Little Machaba an excellent choice for travellers seeking an immersive Okavango Delta safari experience.

Accommodation

Little Machaba Camp features just four luxury tented suites, creating an intimate safari atmosphere with a strong focus on privacy and personalised hospitality. Elevated on wooden platforms and overlooking the surrounding floodplains, the tents combine classic safari elegance with modern comfort. The traditional canvas design evokes the romance of Africa’s early safari era while still providing spacious interiors and comfortable amenities.

Four luxury tented suites
Family-friendly accommodation available
En-suite bathrooms
Indoor shower facilities
Flush toilets
Private viewing verandas
Raised wooden platforms
Spacious interiors
Classic safari-style décor
Views across the Khwai floodplains

Main Camp and Relaxation Areas

The main camp area is positioned on an elevated deck overlooking the surrounding floodplains and riverine vegetation. Comfortable lounge areas, a welcoming bar and open-air dining spaces create a relaxed environment where guests can unwind between safari activities. The camp’s intimate scale contributes to its warm and personal atmosphere, while the surrounding wilderness remains a constant presence throughout the day.

Elevated viewing deck
Open-air lounge and bar
Dining area under canvas
Plunge pool
Sun loungers
Reference library
Campfire area
Scenic floodplain views
Intimate safari atmosphere

Facilities at Little Machaba Camp Botswana

Complimentary Wi-Fi in main areas
Plunge pool
Laundry service
Lounge and bar area
Indoor and outdoor dining facilities
Safari library
Guided safari activities
Family-friendly accommodation
Solar-powered camp
Battery charging facilities
In-suite spa treatments available

Why Choose Little Machaba Camp

Little Machaba Camp offers an intimate safari experience in one of Botswana’s most wildlife-rich regions. With just four luxury tents, the camp provides a level of exclusivity and personalised service that is increasingly rare in today’s safari industry. Guests enjoy the charm and romance of a traditional tented safari camp while benefiting from modern comforts and exceptional guiding.

The camp’s location within the Khwai Concession is another major advantage. Bordering the Moremi Game Reserve and the Okavango Delta, the area supports abundant wildlife throughout the year and offers access to a diverse range of safari activities. Unlike many national parks, the private concession allows for activities such as night drives and guided walking safaris, creating a more varied and immersive safari experience.

Why Guests Love Little Machaba Camp

Intimate camp with only four luxury tents
Exceptional wildlife viewing throughout the year
Located in the wildlife-rich Khwai Concession
Traditional safari atmosphere with modern comforts
Access to game drives, walking safaris and night drives
Excellent birdwatching opportunities
Family-friendly safari experience
Personalised service and guiding
Easy combination with other Okavango Delta camps
Beautiful views over the Khwai floodplains

Wildlife Experience

The Khwai Concession is renowned for its exceptional year-round wildlife viewing and is considered one of the most productive safari regions in northern Botswana. Large populations of elephant, buffalo, giraffe and plains game move through the area, while predators including lion, leopard, cheetah and African wild dog are regularly encountered. The diverse habitats surrounding the camp create excellent opportunities for both general wildlife viewing and specialised photographic safaris.

Birdlife is equally impressive, with the Okavango Delta supporting hundreds of species throughout the year. Seasonal flooding attracts additional waterbirds and creates constantly changing wildlife dynamics across the region.

Safari Activities

Game Drives
Morning and afternoon game drives explore the Khwai Concession and surrounding wildlife areas, offering exceptional opportunities to encounter predators, elephant herds and a wide variety of plains game.

Night Drives
Night drives reveal a completely different side of the bush, providing opportunities to observe nocturnal species and predator activity after dark.

Mokoro Safaris
During the flood season, traditional mokoro excursions allow guests to explore the quieter waterways of the Okavango Delta while experiencing the region from a unique perspective.

Guided Walking Safaris
Walking safaris offer an immersive way to experience the bush while learning about animal tracks, birdlife, plants and the finer details of the ecosystem.

Birdwatching
The Khwai region supports an impressive diversity of birdlife and is particularly rewarding for dedicated birding enthusiasts.

Cultural Experiences
Guests may also enjoy cultural interactions and community-based experiences that provide insight into local traditions and life within the Okavango region

Experience Little Machaba Camp Botswana

Little Machaba Camp captures the spirit of a classic African safari while providing access to some of Botswana’s finest wildlife viewing. Combining luxury tented accommodation, exceptional guiding and the remarkable landscapes of the Khwai Concession, the camp offers an intimate and authentic safari experience in the heart of the Okavango Delta.

Whether you are tracking predators on a game drive, gliding through Delta waterways by mokoro or relaxing on your private deck overlooking the floodplains, every stay at Little Machaba Camp showcases the beauty, wildlife and timeless appeal of Botswana’s wilderness.

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