Chobe Under Canvas | Botswana Safari Camp

Exterior guest tent at Chobe Under Canvas

Exterior river boat cruise with elephants on horizon

Breakfast table setup at Chobe Under Canvas

Outdoor dining setup at Chobe Under Canvas

Get back to nature at this mobile campsite in Botswana’s famous Chobe National Park. Stay in one of just five tented suites with ensuite bathrooms and private butler service.

Why you'll love it here

Stay in one of five tents with ensuite bathrooms and enjoy an intimate safari camp experience
Fully mobile campsite with ability to change location for prime wildlife viewing
Witness incredible wildlife from exclusive spots within Chobe National Park
Take to the Chobe River on a Photographic Boat Cruise and capture amazing images along the riverbanks
Track your favourite animals on tailored game drives with the help of expert guides

Nikhil

Travel Specialist

01244 435 119

I'm here to tailor-make your perfect Botswana holiday. Give me a call and I'll use my expertise to create your personalised experience.

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Your holiday always includes

Premium lounge passes at UK airports
VIP meet & greet service at departure

Private transfers to and from your hotel
Personal concierge service throughout

24/7 assistance when travelling
The first-hand knowledge of our team

Full accommodation information

Hotel information

Enjoy an intimate safari experience in the heart of Chobe National Park at Chobe Under Canvas. This mobile camp, comprising just five tented suites, moves to exclusive sites across the park as the seasons change to ensure you’re always in a prime spot for game viewing.

Each of these comfortable canvas sanctuaries features an ensuite bathroom with a flushing toilet and a bucket shower that can be made steaming hot upon request. Enjoy attentive service from your private butler during your stay and spot incredible wildlife from your doorstep on the well-worn game paths.

Switch off from everyday life at this electricity-free site for a truly authentic experience in the African bush. Dine on Pan-African delights around the blazing campfire in the evening and enjoy a frosted glass of beer or wine from the mobile bar after a long day of exploring.

Spend your afternoons floating down the iconic Chobe River on a Photographic Boat Cruise or hop in the 4x4 for tailor-made game drives in this wildlife-rich territory. The guides at Chobe Under Canvas are true wildlife experts – simply tell them what you want to see and let them guide you on the safari adventure of a lifetime.

Room Options

Tent

Stay in one of just five tented suites and experience the African bush up close. Comfortably sleeping up to two guests with the option for a double or twin bed setup, each tent comes with an ensuite bathroom with a flushing toilet and a steaming hot bucket shower. You’ll also find Swarovski binoculars and battery-powered lamps in your canvas quarters, and benefit from private butler service during your stay. Keep your eye on the well-worn game paths that run through the campsite, making wildl...

Facilities/Amenities

Tented accommodation
Ensuite bathrooms with toilet and bucket shower
Semi-open 4x4 safari vehicles with fridge
Mobile bar
Battery-powered lamps

Restaurants & Bars

Dining at Camp

Enjoy all three meals as part of your stay at Chobe Under Canvas. Feast on Pan-African cuisine under a canopy of stars, prepared on an open fire, as you gaze into the magnificent blaze. Enjoy sitting with other guests in the spacious dining tent and quench your thirst with a range of beverages from the mobile bar, including soft drinks, house wines and delicious frosted beers.

Activities & Entertainment

Chobe Under Canvas is all about getting guests up close and personal with the region’s incredible wildlife.

Set off across the wildlife-rich landscapes of Botswana in a 4x4 vehicle and track your favourite animals with the help of the camp’s expert guides. These interpretive expeditions are tailored to you and your preferences, whether you’re searching for a particular species or simply want to linger longer at some viewing spots.

The camp also offers one photographic river boat safari cruise per stay. Float along the iconic Chobe River in a super-stable Pangolin Voyager fitted with 360-degree rotating chairs and camera mounts. Capture stunning images of the wildlife along the riverbanks and take home treasured memories of your time in the African bush.

Sustainability Initiatives & Responsible Tourism

The camp boasts a feather-light environmental footprint with no electricity, solar-powered lighting, bucket showers and meals that are prepared over hot coals.

Beyond offering an impact-light safari experience, Chobe Under Canvas also supports numerous community projects, such as ‘In Search of Water’ which helps to source water for two isolated communities in rural Botswana.

Botswana travel information

Time zone: +2 GMT
Flight time: 13-15 hours
Recommended airlines: Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, British Airways
Currency: Botswana Pula
Tipping guideline: 10-15%
Health considerations: There is a high risk of malaria, from November to June, in the northern half of Botswana. There is a low risk of malaria in the northern half of Botswana during the rest of the year. There is a very low risk of malaria in the southern half of the country. There is no risk of yellow fever in Botswana, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.

Capital: Gaborone
Population: 2,719,694
National languages: English, Setswana
Electricity and plugs: Type D and G, 230V
Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
UK passport visa requirements: You can visit Botswana for up to 90 days without a visa.

Want to know more?

Call our Travel Specialists for a chat with our Botswana experts. They'll share their first-hand insights so you can find your perfect holiday.

New Year's Eve: 9am - 3pm

New Year's Day: CLOSED

Monday - Friday: 9am - 7:30pm

Saturday: 9am - 5pm

Sunday: 10am - 4pm

Nikhil

Travel Specialist

01244 435 119

Not sure where to stay in Chobe National Park? I'm here to help. Give me a call and I'll share my first-hand insights to find your perfect spot.

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