Savute region of Chobe National Park

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Discover the raw beauty of Botswana

Savute Under Canvas offers one of Botswana’s most authentic luxury safari experiences, combining the adventure of traditional mobile camping with the comfort and service of a fully hosted safari. Set within the legendary Savute region of Chobe National Park, the camp moves between exclusive wilderness campsites every few days, ensuring guests experience different areas of this extraordinary wildlife destination while leaving only a minimal environmental footprint.

Surrounded by ancient baobab trees, open grasslands, mopane woodland, and the mysterious Savute Channel, the camp places guests at the heart of one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife ecosystems. Additionally, with just five luxury safari tents, every stay feels intimate, exclusive, and deeply connected to the African wilderness.

Accommodation at Savute Under Canvas

The camp features five spacious Meru-style safari tents, each thoughtfully furnished to provide classic safari comfort while maintaining an authentic bush atmosphere. Every tent includes an en-suite bathroom with a flush toilet and traditional bucket shower, allowing guests to enjoy the romance of camping without sacrificing comfort.

Accommodation features include:

  • Luxury Meru-style safari tents
  • En-suite bathrooms
  • Flush toilets
  • Hot bucket showers
  • Comfortable double or twin beds
  • Private shaded verandas
  • Authentic mobile safari experience
  • Stunning wilderness surroundings

Furthermore, each tent is carefully positioned to maximise privacy while immersing guests in the sights and sounds of the African bush.

Main Camp and Relaxation Areas

The communal guest areas capture the spirit of traditional African safaris, where guests gather after exciting game drives to share stories around the campfire.

Facilities include:

  • Comfortable dining tent
  • Lounge area
  • Campfire
  • Outdoor dining
  • Fully serviced camp
  • Open-air bar
  • Relaxed seating areas
  • Spectacular bush setting

As a result, every evening becomes part of the safari experience, with freshly prepared meals enjoyed beneath Botswana’s spectacular night skies.

Why Stay at Savute Under Canvas?

  • Authentic luxury mobile safari
  • Exclusive five-tent camp
  • Prime wildlife locations
  • Exceptional predator sightings
  • Famous Savute elephant herds
  • Intimate safari experience
  • Outstanding guiding
  • Traditional camping with modern comforts

Its unique blend of adventure, exclusivity, and exceptional wildlife viewing makes Savute Under Canvas one of Botswana’s most memorable safari experiences.

Safari Experiences

Game Drives

Morning and afternoon game drives explore the famous Savute Marsh, Savute Channel, baobab-covered plains, and surrounding woodland. The region is renowned for its impressive elephant herds, powerful lion prides, African wild dogs, leopard, cheetah, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and numerous antelope species. Consequently, every drive offers exciting opportunities to witness Botswana’s extraordinary wildlife.

Explore the Savute Landscape

The ever-changing Savute ecosystem is famous for its mysterious channel, which has flowed and dried up unpredictably over the years. Ancient baobab trees, expansive grasslands, seasonal marshes, and dramatic landscapes combine to create one of Botswana’s most fascinating safari regions.

Visit the San Rock Paintings

Depending on the camp’s location and seasonal conditions, guests may enjoy guided walks to ancient San Bushman rock paintings found among the granite hills. These remarkable artworks provide a fascinating glimpse into Botswana’s earliest inhabitants and the region’s rich cultural heritage. Additionally, the surrounding viewpoints offer spectacular panoramas across the Savute landscape

Birdwatching

Savute supports more than 450 bird species throughout the year. African fish eagles, kori bustards, secretary birds, bee-eaters, hornbills, raptors, and numerous migratory species thrive across the diverse habitats, making the region an outstanding destination for birdwatchers and photographers alike.

Stargazing

With no artificial lighting and virtually no light pollution, Savute Under Canvas offers exceptional stargazing. Evenings around the campfire beneath a sky filled with countless stars create one of the most memorable parts of the safari experience.

Best Time to Visit Savute Under Canvas

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
  • Zebra migration
  • Beautiful dramatic skies

Each season transforms the Savute region, ensuring rewarding wildlife experiences throughout the year.

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Experience Savute Under Canvas Botswana

Whether falling asleep to the sounds of the African bush, watching elephants gather across the Savute Marsh, sharing stories around the campfire beneath a blanket of stars, or exploring one of Botswana’s richest wildlife regions with expert guides, Savute Under Canvas delivers an authentic safari that captures the true spirit of Africa.

For travellers seeking a classic mobile safari with exceptional comfort, outstanding wildlife encounters, and an intimate connection to Botswana’s wilderness, Savute Under Canvas offers an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Chobe National Park.

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