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Savute Elephant Camp
Discover your elegant safari lodge in Botswana
Savute Elephant Camp is an elegant luxury safari lodge overlooking the legendary Savute Channel in the heart of Botswana’s Chobe National Park. Famous for its enormous elephant herds, powerful lion prides, and ever-changing landscapes, the Savute region offers some of the most dramatic wildlife encounters in Southern Africa. From the lodge’s elevated position, guests can often watch wildlife gathering at the nearby waterhole without ever leaving camp.
Blending timeless safari style with exceptional comfort, the lodge provides an intimate wilderness experience while placing guests in one of Botswana’s richest wildlife ecosystems. Additionally, its location makes it an ideal choice for travellers looking to combine Chobe National Park with the Okavango Delta and other iconic safari destinations.
Accommodation at Savute Elephant Camp
The camp features twelve spacious luxury tented suites, each raised on wooden decks beneath traditional thatched roofs. Beautifully appointed interiors combine classic safari elegance with modern comforts, while private viewing decks overlook the surrounding plains and the wildlife-rich Savute Channel.
Accommodation features include:
- Luxury tented suites
- En-suite bathrooms
- Indoor and outdoor showers
- Private viewing decks
- Four-poster beds
- Air conditioning
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Waterhole and bush views
Furthermore, each suite has been thoughtfully positioned to maximise privacy while allowing guests to enjoy remarkable wildlife sightings throughout the day.
Main Camp and Relaxation Areas
The central guest areas overlook a busy waterhole that regularly attracts elephants, buffalo, giraffe, and numerous other species.
Facilities include:
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant and bar
- Traditional boma
- Wildlife viewing hide
- Spa tent
- Library
- Curio shop
- Elevated viewing decks
As a result, guests can enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing from the comfort of the lodge, even between safari activities
Why Stay at Savute Elephant Camp?
- Exceptional elephant encounters
- Excellent predator sightings
- Luxury tented accommodation
- Exclusive wildlife viewing hide
- Guided walking safaris
- Outstanding birdwatching
- Classic Botswana safari experience
Its combination of luxury, exceptional guiding, and one of Botswana’s most productive wildlife regions makes Savute Elephant Camp one of Chobe National Park’s premier safari lodges.
Safari Experiences
Game Drives
Morning and afternoon game drives explore the famous Savute region, renowned for its healthy populations of elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, African wild dog, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, hyena, and numerous antelope species. The area’s changing water levels create a fascinating ecosystem that supports outstanding wildlife viewing throughout the year.
Guided Walking Safaris
Walking safaris provide an intimate way to experience the African bush. Accompanied by expert guides, guests learn to identify animal tracks, native plants, birdlife, and the smaller details that are often missed from a vehicle. Consequently, walking safaris offer a deeper appreciation of the remarkable Savute ecosystem
Wildlife Viewing Hide
One of the camp’s signature features is its purpose-built wildlife hide overlooking the waterhole. Guests can quietly observe elephants, buffalo, giraffe, and other animals at close range, making it an exceptional location for wildlife photography without disturbing the natural behaviour of the animals.
San Bushman Rock Paintings
Guided excursions visit ancient San Bushman rock paintings hidden among the nearby granite outcrops. These remarkable artworks provide fascinating insight into the history and cultural heritage of Botswana’s earliest inhabitants. Additionally, visits are often combined with scenic stops at the famous baobab groves of the Savute region
Birdwatching
Savute supports more than 250 bird species across its diverse habitats. African fish eagles, kori bustards, secretary birds, hornbills, bee-eaters, raptors, and numerous migratory birds can all be seen throughout the year, making the area a rewarding destination for bird enthusiasts.
Stargazing
The clear skies above Chobe National Park offer spectacular stargazing with virtually no light pollution. Evening sessions around the campfire provide the perfect opportunity to admire the southern constellations while learning about the stars used by the San people for navigation.
Best Time to Visit Savute Elephant Camp
Dry Season (May to October)
- Outstanding elephant concentrations
- Excellent predator sightings
- Comfortable daytime temperatures
- Superb wildlife photography
Green Season (November to April)
- Lush landscapes
- Exceptional birdwatching
- Young wildlife
- Beautiful dramatic skies
Each season offers a different perspective of the Savute ecosystem, making the camp a rewarding safari destination throughout the year.
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Experience Savute Elephant Camp Botswana
Whether watching enormous elephant herds gather at the waterhole, tracking predators across the Savute Marsh, photographing wildlife from the camp’s exclusive viewing hide, or relaxing on your private deck beneath Botswana’s endless skies, Savute Elephant Camp offers one of Africa’s most memorable safari experiences.
For travellers seeking exceptional wildlife, elegant accommodation, and the legendary safari experiences of Chobe National Park, Savute Elephant Camp is an outstanding choice for an unforgettable Botswana adventure.
Morning and afternoon game drives explore the famous Savute region, renowned for its healthy populations of elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, African wild dog, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, hyena, and numerous antelope species. The area’s changing water levels create a fascinating ecosystem that supports outstanding wildlife viewing throughout the year.
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