Selinda Camp
Botswana
Highlights
- Exclusive Location: Selinda Camp is set on the remote Selinda Spillway, a seasonal waterway that links the Okavango Delta with the Linyanti wetlands. This rare positioning creates a blend of habitats, attracting a wide range of wildlife and offering a unique safari experience.
- Luxury Tented Suites: The camp’s tents are designed for comfort and privacy, featuring spacious interiors, elegant furnishings, outdoor showers, private plunge pools, and expansive decks overlooking the serene floodplains.
- Exceptional Wildlife: The Selinda Reserve is home to an array of wildlife, including large herds of elephants and buffalo, apex predators like lions and leopards, and the critically endangered African wild dog. Birdwatchers will delight in spotting species such as African fish eagles and carmine bee-eaters.
- Intimate Safari Experience: With only a handful of tents, Selinda Camp guarantees an exclusive and personalised experience. Guided game drives, walking safaris, and photography tours are conducted in small groups, ensuring close attention from expert guides.
- Water-Based Activities: During the wetter months, guests can enjoy canoeing along the Selinda Spillway, offering a tranquil and immersive way to explore the water channels and spot aquatic life.
- Eco-Friendly Philosophy: Selinda Camp is deeply committed to sustainability, operating on solar power and promoting conservation through partnerships with local communities. The camp supports wildlife preservation and local livelihoods, making your stay both luxurious and impactful.
Why we love Selinda Camp
The location of this camp really does mean that the wildlife is incredibly special, the bird life in particular is so diverse here that even if you’re not a twitcher when you get there you will be when you leave.
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How to get there
From Maun, you will take a short light aircraft flight to the Selinda airstrip. This scenic flight typically takes around 45-60 minutes, offering breathtaking views of the delta’s waterways and wildlife. The camp is around 30-60 mins drive from the airstrip (depending on wildlife sightings en route).
Are children welcome?
Yes, children are welcome at Selinda Camp, making it a family-friendly destination. The camp provides a safe and educational environment where children can engage with nature and wildlife. Families can enjoy exclusive-use game drives tailored to suit younger travellers.
For children over a certain age (typically 6 years and older), additional activities like bush walks or specific wildlife-focused experiences may be available, depending on their age and the camp’s policies. It’s advisable to check with the camp for specific child-friendly arrangements and age restrictions for certain activities.
Giving back
Selinda Camp, situated in Botswana’s Selinda Reserve, is dedicated to sustainable tourism and environmental conservation.
- Solar-Powered Operations: The camp operates entirely on solar energy, minimising its carbon footprint and reliance on non-renewable resources.
- Community Engagement: Through the Great Plains Foundation, Selinda Camp supports local communities by funding educational programmes, youth development initiatives, and projects like ‘Solar Mamas,’ which trains local women in solar panel installation.
- Conservation Efforts: The camp actively contributes to wildlife conservation, particularly focusing on protecting endangered species and preserving the natural habitat within the 130,000-hectare Selinda Reserve.
- Eco-Friendly Infrastructure: Constructed with sustainable materials, the camp’s design reflects a commitment to environmental responsibility while providing luxury accommodations.
Wildlife you are likely to see
Selinda Camp, located in Botswana’s Selinda Reserve, offers exceptional wildlife viewing due to its diverse habitats and location along the Selinda Spillway. Here’s what you can expect to see:
Big Game
- Elephants: Large herds are a common sight, especially near the spillway.
- Lions: Regularly spotted, including prides with cubs.
- Leopards: Often seen during game drives, particularly in wooded areas.
- Buffalo: Frequently gather in large herds, particularly during the dry season.
Rare and Endangered Species
- African Wild Dogs: The reserve is home to one of Botswana’s key wild dog populations.
- Cheetahs: Occasionally seen hunting in open grasslands.
- Sable Antelope: One of the reserve’s rarer species, prized by wildlife enthusiasts.
Aquatic and Semi-Aquatic Wildlife
- Hippos: Common in the spillway and surrounding waterways.
- Crocodiles: Often basking along the water’s edge.
Plains Game
- Zebras, Impalas, and Red Lechwe: Frequently spotted grazing in open areas.
- Giraffes and Kudu: Seen browsing in wooded regions.
Birdlife
- Over 300 Species: Includes African fish eagles, kingfishers, and carmine bee-eaters.
Nocturnal Wildlife
- Honey Badgers, Civets, and Genets: Often seen during night drives.
