Selinda Camp - northern Chobe Park
at the Source of Savute Channel in game-rich Floodplains straddling
the Okavango delta and Linyanti waterways
Lion on Game Drive © Dana Allen
Selinda Camp is situated in northern Botswana’s 300,000 acre unfenced Selinda Reserve.
The camp overlooks the Selinda Spillway, a unique seasonal waterway which links the
Okavango Delta with the wildlife rich floodplains of the Linyanti marshes. The camp’s nine
large luxury tents are built on raised wooden decks, under thatch with en-suite facilities,
each with wonderful views onto the wildlife filled floodplains in front of camp. The main
area, lounge and bar is raised on wooden decking under thatch, offering both indoor and
under-the-stars dining.
There is a pool and under shady trees is the photo and art gallery that doubles as a quiet
reading area. This is built above the camp’s wine cellar and craft shop. Wildlife activities
revolve around morning, afternoon and night drives in custom-built open 4x4 Land Cruisers.
Short walks and boating excursions are also offered. The Selinda is an all-year round wildlife
viewing destination with large concentrations of buffalo, antelope, lechwe, giraffe, zebra,
kudu, cheetah, wild dog, lion and leopard with great birding. Selinda is most famous for its
enormous elephant concentrations which can build up to around 9000 animals in the height
of the dry season. By 2009, Selinda Camp will be completely “green”and all its electricity
will come from the sun and from wind power.
Location
- in the 300 000 acre (135 000 hectare) Selinda reserve
- Along Savuti Channel, 17kms from its source
- North Botswana
- Borders Chobe National Park to the east
- Within private reserve, in an isolated area |
Tent exterior © Dana Allen |
Camp Description
Communal Area:
- Dining room and bar under thatch
- Extended deck for star lit dinners next to the fire
- Evening fire side
- Plunge pool overlooking water hole
- Curio shop |
Accommodation
· 6 x ¾ twin bedded tents (3 of which can be converted
into king size beds on request)
· 1 family tent
· 1 twin bedded guide tent (not the same standard as a
guest tent)
The camp can accommodate 14 guests plus a tour leader/guide/escort
Tent details:
- All tents with en-suite facilities - as well as outside showers
- Tents on decks
- Soaps, shampoos and insect repellents are supplied in each room
- Fans |
Bathroom © Dana Allen |
Game
Viewing :
Elephant, Lion, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Warthog, Lechwe,
Hippo, Leopard, Cheetah, Impala, Waterbuck, African Wild Cat and
Wild Dog. |
Activities
Type - 100% Land activities
Game Drives:
- Drives in 2 x 10 seater vehicles
- 5 water holes nearby, some with hides
- Superb night drives
Walking Safaris:
- game walks & game viewing at hides
Water Activities:
- It is possible to use boats at DumaTau on request only, provided
the group has booked out the entire camp |
Wild dog© Dana Allen |
Electricity
& Water
- Camp has a 220v generator. Electricity is run in the kitchen
and main areas when guests are not in camp. When guests return
from daily activities, generators generally switched off (for
peace in camp).
- 12v battery power (charged by the generator) is used for lighting
and fans in each guest tent 24hrs a day. Hairdryers etc cannot
work here.
- Video battery can be charged by the generator when guests on
game drives. Hence bring spare battery and charging unit.
- Solar heated water for showers etc. |
Getting
There
Flying Times
to/from Maun 45 minutes
to/from Kasane 45 minutes
Kasane to Victoria Falls 20 minutes but allow additional time
for customs and immigration |
Drinks
Policy
All local drinks beers, wines and mineral water are included
in the nightly tariff, with the exception of premium wines &
champagne, and premium liqueurs & spirits |
Rates
2008
Low Season 01
December - 15 June 2008
US$ 725 | € 494
High Season 16 June - 30 November 2008
USD 975 | € 664
Rates 2009
Low Season 01
December 2008 - 31 May 2009
US$ 770 | € 524
High Season 16 June - 30 November 2008
USD 1030 | € 702
Rates are quoted per person per night sharing |
Lounge © Dana Allen |
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+ 27 31 762 2418 - office hrs. World Times Skype call sign Kazaparks - chat during office hrs |
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