Savuti – Chobe National Park

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Savuti – Chobe National Park

Savuti, also known as Savute lies in the heart of Botswana’s beautiful Chobe National Park. This dynamic wilderness is a sweeping expanse of savannah brooded over by several rocky outcrops which guard a relic marsh and the dry channel that was once its lifeline. The Savute goes through wet and dry cycles, where wild dogs hunt in the dry river channel where crocodiles swam only twenty years ago. Visitors to this spectacular area can spot abundant wildlife including: a variety of birds, elephants, antelope, lion prides, black-backed jackal, bat-eared foxes, tsessebe, kudu, hyena, cheetah Cape buffalo herds, and thousands of migrating zebra and wildebeest.

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Type: Tented Camp

Camp Savuti has become famous for its exceptional game viewing opportunities. In particular, it is famed for lions that hunt and prey on elephants, which are found in abundance in the area. Award-winning documentaries have been shot in the Savuti area, cementing its reputation as a prime wildlife destination. Camp Savuti overlooks the dense Savuti […]

To ensure a private and relaxing environment, Savute Safari Lodge accommodates just twenty four guests in eleven thatched chalets built of local timber and one family room which consists of two double bedrooms. The chalets, which have been elegantly furnished in calm neutral tones to blend with the natural environment, feature expansive private decks, a combined bedroom and lounge area and en suite facilities. Savute Safari Lodge offers a shaded viewing deck, an al fresco dining area and swimming pool with spectacular pool loungers – ideal for watching the varied wildlife – including the resident Elephants – as they make their way to the Channel to drink, bathe and play. Activities are organised around game drives throughout the Savute area in open 4×4 safari vehicles. Many trips will incorporate a visit to the Savute Marsh to give you a chance to see the historic presence of the Savute Channel at the marsh against a backdrop of teeming wildlife.

Style: Fly-in lodge, Self-drive lodgeType: Luxury Lodge

Ghoha Hills Savuti Lodge offers a unique safari experience with several standout features: Prime Location: Situated in Chobe National Park, renowned for exceptional wildlife viewing and the largest elephant populations in Africa. Stunning Views: The lodge’s elevated position provides breathtaking 180-degree vistas of the untouched African wilderness. Luxurious Tented Suites: Each suite is well-appointed with wrap-around wooden decks, perfect for enjoying the sunrise. Spacious Main Area: The lodge features multi-level, private reading and seating areas for relaxation. Traditional Fire Boma & Rock Pool: Guests can enjoy the ambiance of a traditional fire boma and cool off in the rock pool. Private Viewing Deck: A thatched deck overlooking a waterhole allows for frequent wildlife sightings. Exclusive Road Network: A private road system avoids the busy “Savuti highway,” offering a more private safari experience. Owner Operated: The camp is owner-operated, providing personalized and flexible service for a memorable stay. Eco-friendly Operation: The lodge is environmentally sensitive and solar-powered, minimizing its impact on the environment. Full-Day Game Drives: Guests can explore the famous Savuti Marsh with full-day game drives, enhancing their wildlife experience.

Type: Mobile Camp

Savute, a remote and wild corner of Chobe National Park, stretches from the park’s northern boundaries to the Linyanti River. The area's main feature is the mysterious Savute Channel, which flows and dries up seemingly unrelated to the rainfall. Dry and arid for almost 30 years, animals in the area were sustained by artificial waterholes. With the Savute Channel flowing again in recent years, the region has undergone a startling transformation, reverting to its natural lush and marshy state. Large numbers of wildlife have been attracted to this rejuvenated wilderness haven.
Sizable numbers of elephant bulls are invariably present. During the dry years, when prey was hard to find, many of Savute's lion became notorious for hunting elephant. With the recent transformation of the region, prey has become more abundant and the large lion prides have split up into smaller family groups, allowing a greater variety of predators to flourish in the area. Savute is also a famous battleground for lion and spotted hyena. With grazing now plentiful, the area is also popular with zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, giraffe, tsessebe and kudu.

The semi-mobile tented camps of andBeyond Savute Under Canvas are carefully positioned at exclusive wilderness campsites in the expansive Savute corner of Chobe National Park, offering exceptional game viewing opportunities. Booked on a nightly basis, each of the five comfortable tents has a double bed, as well as an ensuite bathroom, separate w.c and steaming hot bucket shower, with water delivered on request. The guest areas comprise comfortable tents for dining, meeting for a pre-dinner drink or just whiling the time away between game drives. Welcoming camp staff serve delicious meals cooked over the glowing coals.

Savuti – Chobe National Park