Savute Elephant Lodge, A Belmond Safari, Botswana

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A luxury wildlife experience in Botswana with an exemplary eco-friendly design, luxurious spa and viewing hide.

Why you'll love it here

  • Evoke on a timeless explorer's lodge and immerse in the untamed wilderness
  • Take a front row seat at the lodge's wildlife viewing hide
  • Gather around the boma campfire and indulge in delicious local dishes
  • Discover the San Bushman painting thought to be over 1,500 years old

Sarah

Travel Specialist

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.

Included in your holiday

  • Lounge passes and meet & greet service in UK airports
  • Transfers to and from your hotel
  • All flight luggage allowances
  • Personal concierge service
  • 24/7 assistance when travelling
  • Full ATOL protection

Full accommodation information

This luxury lodge is perched on the Savute Channel in the heart of Chobe National Park, known as the ‘elephant capital of the world’, making this the perfect location for wildlife-spotting in Botswana
 
The lodge has 12 luxury tented rooms all on raised wooden platforms, each with an en suite bathroom, four-poster bed with mosquito netting and discreet air-conditioning. Each room boasts its own deck and day bed, perfect for watching the wildlife from the privacy of your own tent. 
 
Activities here are mainly land-based and in 4x4 vehicles; in season you are taken out to see the Zebra migration or enjoy a full-day safari. There are also san bushman communities and rock paintings in the area to visit. In the evenings enjoy a traditional dining experience under the stars back at the lodge. 
 
  • Complimentary minibar
  • Bespoke bath amenities
  • Complimentary spa
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining tent
  • Private dining
  • Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Hide

 

Inclusive activities to complete your safari experience at Belmond Savute Elephant Camp.

  • Bush picnic
  • Discover the San Bushman paintings
  • Star gazing mythology
  • Birdwatching
  • Visit the Baobab grove
  • Morning and afternoon game drives
Exceptional views and wildlife in the Savute
Discreet air-conditioning and a 20-metre swimming pool
San bushman rock art

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.

Monday - Friday: 9am - 7:30pm

Saturday: 9am - 5pm

Sunday: 10am - 4pm

Sarah

Travel Specialist

Not sure where to stay in Chobe National Park And Savute? 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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Monday - Friday: 9am - 7:30pm

Saturday: 9am - 5pm

Sunday: 10am - 4pm

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