Savuti Elephant Camp - NG/15 Linyanti Reserve
Savuti Elephant Camp is a hotel near NG/15 Linyanti Reserve.
- Location
- NG/15 Linyanti Reserve, Chobe & Linyanti Wetlands, Botswana, Southern Africa
- Coordinates
- -18.569960, 24.054905
- Activities
- hotel
PlnrScore: 27/100
Wildlife Near This Lodge
369 species observed within 20 km, 39 mammals, 182 birds.
- Lion (Mammalia, 78 observations)
- African Savanna Elephant (Mammalia, 63 observations)
- Southern Giraffe (Mammalia, 56 observations)
- Black-backed Jackal (Mammalia, 52 observations)
- Lilac-breasted Roller (Aves, 44 observations)
- Kori Bustard (Aves, 43 observations)
- Common Wildebeest (Mammalia, 39 observations)
- Red-billed Spurfowl (Aves, 39 observations)
- Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill (Aves, 37 observations)
- Burchell's Sandgrouse (Aves, 37 observations)
Best Time to Visit Savuti Elephant Camp
The best months to visit Savuti Elephant Camp are June, July, August, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Month-by-Month Safari Conditions
- January: Good, temperature 23.98°C, rainfall 178.7mm, sunshine 10.5 hrs, humidity 73.5%
- February: Great, temperature 25.02°C, rainfall 81.3mm, sunshine 11.2 hrs, humidity 65.9%
- March: Great, temperature 24.59°C, rainfall 82.3mm, sunshine 10.6 hrs, humidity 64.1%
- April: Great, temperature 23.18°C, rainfall 7.8mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 55.5%
- May: Great, temperature 20.74°C, rainfall 0.2mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 40.6%
- June: Great, temperature 18.26°C, rainfall 0.2mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 37.7%
- July: Great, temperature 18.09°C, rainfall 0mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 32.6%
- August: Great, temperature 21.8°C, rainfall 0.2mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs, humidity 26.7%
- September: Great, temperature 26.04°C, rainfall 0mm, sunshine 11.3 hrs, humidity 24.2%
- October: Great, temperature 28.83°C, rainfall 3.4mm, sunshine 11.6 hrs, humidity 25.8%
- November: Great, temperature 27.82°C, rainfall 29.9mm, sunshine 11.4 hrs, humidity 46.3%
- December: Great, temperature 26.12°C, rainfall 91.8mm, sunshine 11.2 hrs, humidity 60.8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of year to visit Savuti Elephant Camp for prime elephant viewing?
The dry season, typically from May to October, is considered the optimal time to visit Savuti Elephant Camp for exceptional elephant viewing. During these months, the Savuti Channel and surrounding waterholes become vital congregation points for large herds, offering frequent sightings directly from the camp and on game drives.
What safari activities are typically included in a stay at Savuti Elephant Camp?
Guests at Savuti Elephant Camp can expect daily morning and afternoon game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, led by experienced guides. These activities focus on exploring the rich wildlife of the Savuti region within the NG/15 Linyanti Reserve, renowned for its elephants, predators, and diverse plains game.
How do guests usually travel to Savuti Elephant Camp, and what is the arrival experience like?
Access to Savuti Elephant Camp is primarily via light aircraft flights from major hubs like Maun or Kasane to the nearby Savuti airstrip. Upon landing, guests are met by camp staff for a short, scenic road transfer to the lodge, which often includes initial wildlife sightings along the way.
What makes the wildlife viewing experience at Savuti Elephant Camp unique compared to other lodges in the Linyanti region?
Savuti Elephant Camp's unique appeal lies in its prime location overlooking the Savuti Channel, offering unparalleled opportunities to observe elephants and other wildlife congregating at the water source directly from the lodge's main deck. The area is also particularly famous for its large lion prides and hyena clans, providing intense predator-prey interactions.
What amenities and services are typically included in the cost of a stay at Savuti Elephant Camp?
A stay at Savuti Elephant Camp is generally all-inclusive, covering luxurious tented suite accommodation with en-suite facilities and private viewing decks. This typically includes all gourmet meals, selected beverages, and the guided safari activities mentioned, ensuring a comprehensive and immersive wilderness experience.