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Shinde Footsteps
Discover the peace of the Delta, Botswana
Shinde Footsteps is an intimate luxury safari camp nestled within the private Shinde Concession on the northern edge of Botswana’s Okavango Delta. Rebuilt and reopened in 2023, the camp embraces a philosophy of barefoot luxury, offering guests an authentic wilderness experience where exceptional guiding, personal service, and meaningful connections with nature take centre stage.
With accommodation for just six guests, Shinde Footsteps delivers one of the Delta’s most exclusive safari experiences. Surrounded by permanent waterways, floodplains, woodland, and open grasslands, the camp enjoys outstanding year-round wildlife viewing while allowing guests to experience the Okavango at a slower, more immersive pace. Additionally, its private concession provides access to activities unavailable in Botswana’s national parks.
Accommodation at Shinde Footsteps
The camp features three spacious luxury safari tents together with a two-bedroom family tent, all raised on wooden decks overlooking a permanent hippo pool. The elegant yet understated design celebrates classic safari traditions while providing every comfort needed for an unforgettable stay.
Accommodation features include:
- Luxury canvas tents
- Family tent
- En-suite bathrooms
- Indoor and outdoor showers
- Private viewing decks
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Comfortable lounge areas
- Beautiful lagoon views
Furthermore, the camp’s small size creates a wonderfully personal atmosphere where every guest enjoys exceptional attention from the experienced safari team.
Main Camp and Relaxation Areas
The welcoming communal area overlooks a permanent hippo pool, creating a peaceful place to relax between safari activities.
Facilities include:
- Dining tent
- Comfortable lounge
- Campfire area
- Photo editing suite
- Charging stations for camera equipment
- Outdoor seating
- Viewing deck
- Relaxed bush atmosphere
As a result, guests can unwind while enjoying regular sightings of hippos, elephants, and abundant birdlife around camp.
Why Stay at Shinde Footsteps?
- Intimate camp with only four tents
- Exceptional walking safari experience
- Private Shinde Concession
- Traditional mokoro excursions
- Night game drives
- Outstanding guiding
- Family-friendly Young Explorers programme
- Authentic barefoot luxury
Its combination of exclusivity, exceptional guiding, and immersive safari experiences makes Shinde Footsteps one of Botswana’s finest camps for travellers seeking a deeper connection with the African wilderness.
Safari Experiences
Guided Walking Safaris
Walking safaris are the heart of the Shinde Footsteps experience. Accompanied by highly trained professional guides, guests learn to interpret animal tracks, discover indigenous plants, observe birds, and appreciate the intricate relationships that make the Okavango Delta one of Africa’s greatest ecosystems. Consequently, every walk becomes a fascinating journey of discovery rather than simply a wildlife activity.
Game Drives
Morning and afternoon game drives explore the rich habitats of the Shinde Concession, where guests regularly encounter elephant, lion, leopard, African wild dog, hyena, giraffe, zebra, red lechwe, tsessebe, kudu, and many other iconic species. The varied landscapes provide exceptional wildlife viewing throughout the year.
Mokoro Safaris
One of the most peaceful ways to experience the Okavango Delta is by traditional mokoro. Expert polers guide these handcrafted dugout canoes through reed-lined waterways and tranquil lagoons, allowing guests to appreciate the Delta’s smaller wildlife, aquatic plants, and abundant birdlife from a unique perspective. Consequently, mokoro excursions offer a slower, more intimate safari experience that perfectly complements game drives and walking safaris. Seasonal water levels determine availability.
Night Game Drives
After sunset, exclusive night drives reveal a fascinating world rarely seen during daylight hours. Spotlights illuminate civets, genets, bush babies, porcupines, aardwolves, and predators beginning their nightly hunts, providing an exciting contrast to daytime safaris.
Birdwatching
The combination of permanent waterways, woodland, and floodplains supports an extraordinary diversity of birdlife. African fish eagles, kingfishers, jacanas, bee-eaters, herons, hornbills, and many migratory species make Shinde Footsteps an exceptional destination for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers alike.
Young Explorers Programme
Families travelling with children can enjoy Ker & Downey Botswana’s Young Explorers Programme. Designed specifically for younger guests, the programme introduces children to the wonders of the African bush through engaging, age-appropriate activities that inspire curiosity, conservation, and a lifelong appreciation of nature.
Best Time to Visit Shinde Footsteps
Dry Season (May to October)
- Outstanding wildlife viewing
- Excellent walking safaris
- Superb mokoro excursions
- Comfortable daytime temperatures
Green Season (November to April)
- Lush Delta landscapes
- Exceptional birdwatching
- Young wildlife
- Beautiful photographic opportunities
With its combination of permanent water and diverse habitats, Shinde Footsteps offers rewarding safari experiences throughout the year.
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Experience Shinde Footsteps Okavango Delta
Whether tracking wildlife on foot with expert guides, gliding silently through the Delta by mokoro, enjoying thrilling night drives, or relaxing around the campfire beneath Botswana’s spectacular night skies, Shinde Footsteps offers one of the most authentic safari experiences in the Okavango Delta.
For travellers seeking exceptional guiding, intimate luxury, and a safari that reconnects them with the rhythm of the African wilderness, Shinde Footsteps is an unforgettable destination in the heart of Botswana.
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