Savute Elephant Lodge
Botswana
Highlights
- Front-Row Wildlife Viewing: Perched beside the Savute Channel, the lodge overlooks a popular elephant watering hole, attracting wildlife throughout the day and night.
- Superb Predator Sightings: Located within Chobe National Park, Savute is renowned for its large lion prides, leopard encounters, and seasonal wild dog sightings.
- Elegant, Eco-Conscious Tents: The twelve tented suites feature hardwood floors, spacious decks, and are powered by solar energy—blending comfort with sustainability.
- Star Gazing Deck: A dedicated deck with telescopes and cosy seating allows guests to take in Botswana’s famously clear night skies after sundowners or dinner.
- Immersive Cultural Encounters: Visits to ancient San Bushmen rock paintings in nearby Gubatsa Hills offer insight into the spiritual and artistic traditions of the region’s earliest inhabitants.
- Thoughtful Dining and Service: Menus change daily with locally sourced ingredients, and meals are often served al fresco under the stars or beside the channel.
Why We Love Savute Elephant Lodge
We love sitting on the deck watching elephants drink just metres away - a rare moment of intimacy in the wild.
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Room Interior at Savute Elephant Lodge
Elephants spotted from the hide at Savute Elephant Lodge
Lilac-breasted roller near Savute Elephant Lodge
Swimming Pool at Savute Elephant Lodge
Herd of Impala spotted near Savute Elephant Lodge
Room Deck at Savute Elephant Lodge
Elephants near Savute Elephant Lodge
View from the Hide at Savute Elephant Lodge
Leopard Spotted near Savute Elephant Lodge
Main Area at Savute Elephant Lodge
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Good to know
How to get there
Fly into Maun or Kasane, followed by a short light aircraft flight to the Savute airstrip. From there, it’s a 30-minute game drive to the lodge through Chobe National Park. Private charters and helicopter transfers can also be arranged for those seeking a more exclusive journey. Self-driving is not recommended due to the remote and wild terrain.
Are children welcome?
Yes, children over the age of six are welcome at Savute Elephant Lodge. The lodge offers family-friendly tents and private activities for those travelling with children. Due to the high predator concentration in the area, attentive supervision is essential.
Giving back
- Sustainable Design and Renewable Energy: The lodge’s 12 luxury tented rooms feature eco-friendly bamboo decking and operate on a 95% solar grid system, minimizing environmental impact while providing modern comforts.
- Water Conservation and Waste Reduction: Water is sourced from the Kavango River, treated with reverse osmosis, and provided to guests in personalized reusable bottles, significantly reducing glass waste. Used glass bottles are recycled and repurposed into bricks through a glass-crushing plant in Maun.
- Community Engagement and Cultural Preservation: The lodge incorporates handcrafted furniture and decorative pieces made by local artisans, supporting the local economy and preserving cultural heritage.
- Wildlife Conservation and Education: Savute Elephant Lodge offers a lookout hide for guests to observe elephants, hyenas, and cheetahs in their natural habitat, fostering awareness and appreciation for wildlife conservation efforts in the region.
Wildlife you are likely to see
- Elephants: The Savute region is renowned for its large elephant populations, often seen visiting the nearby waterholes.
- Big Cats: The area is home to lions, leopards, and cheetahs, providing opportunities to observe these predators in their natural habitat.
- African Wild Dogs: Also known as painted wolves, these endangered animals are occasionally spotted during game drives.
- Hyenas: Both spotted and brown hyenas inhabit the region and are often observed during early morning or evening safaris.
- Antelope Species: The area hosts various antelope, including impalas, kudus, and the elegant roan antelope.
- Zebras and Giraffes: These herbivores are commonly seen grazing in the savannah and woodland areas.
- Birdlife: With over 250 bird species recorded, the region is a haven for bird enthusiasts.
