The area of Savute lies within a wild and remote corner of the Chobe National Park, south of the Chobe River. Almost desert–like in comparison to the lush Chobe riverfront, Savute lies within an area of open savanna grassland through which a dry river channel experiences heavy seasonal rains on occasion. Several artificial waterholes provide much needed water features to this dry part of the park and some incredible wildlife viewing opportunities.
The vast landscape of the Chobe National Park boasts some of the largest wildlife concentrations in Africa, including that of the Kalahari elephant, which is said to be the largest in the world (approximately 120 000). Close encounters with an elephant bull are almost certain at Savute.
- Renowned for large herds of elephant and a complete Big Five wildlife experience, as well as sightings of zebra, wildebeest, leopard, cheetah and African wild dog
- Savute hosts the zebra migration each year
- Chobe National Park is situated within close proximity to Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls
- Experience an exclusive tented safari with fully staffed mobile tents at Savute’s best private wilderness campsites within the Chobe National Park
- The National Geographic documentary film, Eternal Enemies by Deryk and Beverly Joubert was filmed in Savute telling the story of the endless battle between lion and spotted hyena for dominance of the area
Get as close to nature as is possible to do with an exclusive tented safari experience at &Beyond Savute Under Canvas exclusive campsites. Surrounded by the relaxing solitude of the African wilderness near watering holes allow for up close and personal adventures of discovery in the wild. You can’t help but be swept off of your feet and enticed to take advantage of a safari experience of a lifetime.
Savute Under Canvas, Botswana has 6 en suite cosy and comfortable tents at remotely moveable campsites where intimate encounters with the wild are certain to be experienced in unique ways. Campsites move to a different setting every few days, ensuring a true African experience. Each campsite is carefully positioned to be as close to the resident game as possible in order to ensure that each experience is uniquely yours and remarkably special.
Every comfort that you could possibly want is all yours to experience and enjoy. Steaming hot al fresco showers in your en suite bathroom, shady verandas, crisp linens, spacious double beds, tented guest areas, dining tables and an invitingly warm open fire in the evenings!
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Game drives are offered twice daily, accompanied by an armed and passionately knowledgeable guide in open 4x4 safari vehicles. Games drives take place during the early mornings and late afternoon / evenings and are an incredible wildlife safari adventure surrounded by spectacular landscapes and wildlife.
During the wet season, open plains allow you the extraordinary opportunity to view large herds of zebra, tsessebe and flocks of birds. Mopane forests and acacia savanna areas are ideal for game viewing during drives, especially around waterholes where large numbers of elephant can often be seen.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES AT SAVUTE UNDER CANVAS
Some extraordinary additional activities on offer include:
- Take advantage of our specialist birding guides eager to give you the best birding in Botswana experience
- Photographic safaris in Botswana are a truly special way to capture the very best of the wild with the help of an expert guide specialising in photography
- With the incredible Okavango Delta relatively nearby, take advantage of a
helicopter safari in Botswana and soar over the floodplains of this incredible place
Guest Stories
GUEST
STORIES
MORE THAN I WAS EXPECTING
“Savute Under Canvas was definitely a lot more than I was expecting. We were so impressed by the friendly staff. Sam, our guide, was a good guy. We loved sitting out by the fire at night and I couldn’t believe the bucket showers. The bucket showers and toilets weren’t rustic at all … AND we had hot water after each safari in the morning and the afternoon. I mean, it was great! The food was also so great!”
The meals were so elaborate! I think Savute was a really good camp, I don’t see how you could change anything. And the best part of the trip was actually when we left and we had to clear the animals off the runway in order for the plane to land, and an elephant got a little agitated with this and actually charged us, which I thought was really exciting! It was an absolutely amazing trip and I honestly don’t think anything could ever beat that trip. I still rave about it today and I’ll probably rave about the trip forever.
– Kirsten Goodman
The deep voice of your butler through the canvas walls of your tent awakes you to a brand new day and a gorgeous sunrise in the African bush. Arise to find a tray of steaming and freshly made tea or coffee and homemade biscuits awaiting your enjoyment outside your tent. Your guide and tracker will then climb into an open 4x4 safari vehicle, your safari chariot for the wilderness game drive adventure of a lifetime!
A hearty breakfast will be then served upon your arrival back at the Savute Under Canvas campsite where cold and hot dish selections are sure to delight your senses. A steaming hot bucket shower can be enjoyed after breakfast or perhaps a dreamy nap indulged in before lunch is served in the cool shade of the dining tent.
Whether it’s a good book and a chilled glass of wine that takes your fancy to while away the remainder of the afternoon, taking in the solitude of the African bush or a lazy daydream as you gaze across the incredible landscape from the veranda of you tent, the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy as you please. Indulge in a delicious selection of light snacks during afternoon tea ahead of a late afternoon / evening game drive. Return to the campsite for cocktails served around a blazing fire ahead of a mouth water meal under the stars.
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Desert–like landscapes of Savute where wildlife congregates around waterholes
Exceptional game viewing opportunites at Savute Under Canvas
Game drive refreshments enjoyed in the most remote and scenic locations
Marvel at the annual Zebra
migration at Savute
Personalised private butler service
at Savute Under Canvas
Share your experiences in the lamp-
light of the comfortable guest areas
Mobile tents with ensuite bathrooms
and al fresco hot bucket showers
The romance of canvas
Thrill in morning and afternoon game drives with guaranteed window seats
Traditional bush dinners served
under the stars
Reserve Rates: 2012
RESERVE RATES: 2012
| Savute Under Canvas | |
|---|---|
| 07 Jan - 29 Feb, 11 Nov - 20 Dec | $ 415 |
| 01 Mar - 20 Jun, 16 Oct - 10 Nov | $ 520 |
| 01 - 06 Jan, 21 Jun - 15 Oct, 21 - 31 Dec | $ 680 |
- Price Includes:
- Accommodation
- Three meals daily
- Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers
- Teas and coffees
- Refreshments on game drives
- Laundry
- Scheduled safari activities
- Emergency medical evacuation insurance
- VAT
- Transfers to and from the airstrip (where applicable)
Air Botswana operates scheduled flights to Maun or Kasane. From there, it is a short flight by light aircraft to the Savute airstrip, where they will be welcomed by staff. Approximately an hours drive in an open safari vehicle completes the journey to the camp.
Travel times
TRAVEL TIMES
| Route | Approximate Time | Distance | Mode of Transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maun to Savute Under Canvas | 50 min | km | Flight |
| Kasane to Savute Under Canvas | 40 min | km | Flight |
VANISHING WILD DOGS
- 16 March 2012
Today on our last day in Savute I was lucky enough to find three wild dogs on the hunt. Unfortunately for us, the Savute Park rules do not allow us to leave the roads to go off road through the thick and close standing Kalahari Apple Leaf, so we...
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BABY BOOM FOR THE BANDED MONGOOSE
- 11 March 2012
It doesn't matter who your guests are, everyone enjoys watching babies! After we visited the Rock Paintings on the Hills of Savute we drove around the Hills just to check if we could find something interesting in this area. One of my guests...
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IMPALAS WIN THE CHASE
- 10 March 2012
In the early morning I suggested that we would have a closer look at the area around the Savute Airstrip. And what a lucky guess it turned out to be! Not long after we arrived I spotted a cheetah lurking by the end of the Airstrip trying to get...
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