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Camp Savuti $$$
Offline map
(
http://sklcamps.com
;
s/d May-Dec full board US$500/700)
Given a licence to run the
public campsites, cheeky SKL has also taken on the big boys with some beautifully ap-
pointed canvas tents overlooking the Savuti Channel. Prices are a touch below the longer-
established camps but the quality is pretty much on a par.
TENTED CAMP
Savute Safari Lodge $$$
Offline map
( 686 1559;
www.desertdelta.com
; per person Jan-Apr US$476, s/d May-Dec
US$1113/1712)
Next to the former site of the legendary Lloyd's Camp, this upmarket re-
treat consists of 12 contemporary thatched chalets in neutral tones and with a fairly stand-
ard layout. The main safari lodge is home to a sitting lounge, an elegant dining room, a
small library and a cocktail bar. There is also a breathtaking viewing deck where you can
watch the sunset over the bush.
LODGE
Savute Elephant Camp $$$
Offline map
( bookings 068-686 0302;
www.savuteelephantcamp.com
; s/d May-Dec full board
US$1856/2650; )
The premier camp in Savuti is made up of 12 lavishly appointed East
African-style linen tents on raised wooden platforms, complete with antique-replica fur-
niture. The main tent houses a dining room, lounge and bar, and is next to a swimming
pool that overlooks a pumped waterhole. For booking information, contact Orient-Express
Safaris in Maun.
LODGE
Savute Under Canvas $$$
( in South Africa 011-809 4300;
www.savuteundercanvas.com
;
per person
US$415-680)
This cross between a tented camp and luxury mobile safari enables you to
experience the freedom of camping (sites are moved every few days) with the exclusivity
that comes with having a beautifully appointed tent, butler and excellent meals served in
between your game drives. Tents have bathroom facilities, including hot bucket showers.
TENTED CAMP
