OKAVANGO DELTA Chitabe Camp

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Highlights

  • Exciting Sleep Outs

    Chitabe's two elevated hides allow guests to experience a "sleep out" under the stars in full comfort and safety.

  • Meru Style Tents

    The camp’s accommodation has a lovely East African feel to it with walk-in Meru tents.

  • Top Quality Night Drives

    Exciting night drives are on offer here - track the predators on the hunt.

  • Unique Habitats

    Chitabe harbours such a variety of habitats within close proximity, ranging from classic Okavango scenery to open savannah and woodlands.

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General information

Chitabe Camp is situated in a private concession area on a beautiful island in the south-east of the Okavango Delta. In contrast with the areas further north, this area is a fascinating mosaic of mopane and acacia bushveld, riverine forest and the perennial Delta, playing host to diverse wildlife and birds.

Chitabe's eight spacious Meru-style tents are built on elevated wooden decks amongst the trees. Each tent has twin beds, en-suite facilities and an indoor as well as an outdoor shower. The thatched dining area, pub and lounge area are built on raised decks to provide superb views across the floodplain, and a pool allows guests to cool off in the heat of the day.

The multiplicity of habitats by which Chitabe is surrounded means there is an abundance of wildlife to be seen, including elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah, giraffe, zebra, tsessebe and impala. Wild dogs are also occasionally sighted. Night drives provide opportunities for guests to see nocturnal mammals such as civet, serval, genet, porcupine and aardwolf.

Activities include day and night game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, nature walks and spectacular birdwatching. Chitabe also has two elevated hides located in the reserve, one of which is within walking distance from the camp.

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Our view

Chitabe is a luxury bush camp in a game rich private concession on a delta island.

  • Great to combine with another Delta Camp
  • Superb bird watching
  • Perfect for those looking for more rustic luxury
  • Located on one of the Delta’s most beautiful islands

 

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Price

From USD $610.00 per person Add to trip planner

Location

Chitabe Camp is located in a 28,000-hectare photographic reserve built on one of the most beautiful islands in the Okavango Delta, in a private area that is bordered on three sides by the Moremi Game Reserve.

Conservation

Chitabe contributes to the Botswana Predator Conservation Project through their Botswana Wild Dog Research Project. Dave and Helene Hamman, the owners of Chitabe and Chitabe Lediba, have dedicated many years to photographing the African wild dog and their efforts, combined with the extensive knowledge of Dr. "Tico" McNutt, culminated in the book, Running Wild: Dispelling the Myths of the African Wild Dog.

Rooms

Accommodation at Chitabe Camp consists of eight spacious East African style tents that are built on elevated wooden decks, beneath a lush tree canopy. Each tented room has en-suite facilities with flush toilets and both outdoor and indoor showers. Hot showers are guaranteed anytime of the day or night. Each tent has a nice verandah with superb views of the open savannah in front of the camp. One of the tents is the honeymoon tent.

Activities

• Land game drives in open 4x4 Land Rovers
• Night drives with spot light
• Walking Safaris are offered on a request basis
• There is a hide within walking distance of the camp
• Water Activities

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