LINYANTI TENTED CAMP
Linyanti, Botswana

Introduction

Linyanti Tented Camp is situated in the exclusive, Linyanti Wildlife Reserve in Northern Botswana. It is located to the east of Kings Pool and close to the western boundary of Chobe National Park. Linyanti is built in a secluded area of the 125,000 hectare reserve. The region's key feature is the Linyanti River and marshes, which are complemented by the contrasting dry woodlands inland. Massive lagoons and steadily flowing rivers abound with papyrus and phragmites. The heavily forested riverine fringes blend into dry countryside further inland, away from the river.

Camp Description

The camp sleeps a maximum of eight guests in five comfortable tents, all with en suite facilities (hot and cold running water, showers and flush toilets). The dining area and pub area are also under canvas. The camp has the rustic charm of an old~style safari camp with a great atmosphere and feeling of intimacy.

Game Viewing

This area is best known for its enormous herds of Elephant, which move down to the Linyanti River at the start of our winter months and only retrace their steps inland once the main rains arrive. Sable and Roan Antelope occur, as well as Lion, Leopard and Wild Dog. The marshes are home to Red Lechwe, Sitatunga, Hippo, Crocodiles and wonderful birdlife. Moving along the fringes of the waterways, guests can see Kudu, Zebra, Buffalo, Waterbuck and Impala. These are varied and include game drives, both by day and by night in open 4x4s, game and bird walks, canoeing in stable "Canadian" canoes on the large lagoons and boating on the smaller waterways. Everything possible is on offer!

Conservation

The Linyanti Reserve is a multi-purpose reserve where photographic safaris are conducted and where hunting is technically allowed. We have decided not to hunt anywhere in this area and as a result forfeit well over US$300,000 in revenue per annum. We wish to ensure that animals can breed up to their maximum numbers and live lives that are not negatively impacted by ourselves.

Location

o Northern Botswana
o Situated between Okavango & Chobe o Borders Chobe National Park to the east
o Overlooking Linyanti waterways and rivers
o In private Linyanti concession

Accommodation
Number of chalets:
4 ¾ twin bedded tents
1 twin guide tent, same as guest tents
This camp can accommodate 8 guests with tour leader
Tent details:
o Twin bedded traditional style Meru safari tents
o En-suite bathroom facilities with modern amenities at back of tent.
o Tents with door entrances and zip to attached bathroom
o Each tent has a private veranda overlooking the lagoon
o Soaps, shampoos and insect repellents are supplied in each room

Activities

Type - 80% Game drives, 20% Water activities
Game Drives:
o Game drives via 2 x 10 seater open 4x4 landrovers
o Night drives
o Short guided walks preferably in the morning
Water Activities:
o Guided canoe safaris in 4x2 seater Canadian canoes
o Water game viewing via 1x8 seater boat on Linyanti River.

Laundry policy

Laundry is done on a daily basis and inclusive in the nightly tariff with the exception of 'smalls' ie underwear, which are not washed due to local customs.

Extras payment

Curios and or imported drinks will be billed to the guest and settled on check out. Payment can be effected by cash (US$), travellers' cheques or the following credit cards: Visa or MasterCard. If guests feel that they want to tip, our recommended tipping schedule is as follows:
Guides - US$5.00 per person per day
General Camp Staff - US$3.00 per person per day
Specialist Guides (if applicable) - US$10.00 per person per day
(This is the suggested gratuity schedule only and is subject to service standards)

Flying times

to/from Maun 45 minutes
to/from Kasane 45 minutes
Kasane to Victoria Falls 20 minutes but allow additional time for customs and immigration

Air strip details

King's Pool airstrip is located 50 minutes' drive from Linyanti camp
Is licensed for aircraft up to 5700kg MAUW (maximum all up weight)
Air strip co-ordinates: S18.26.52, E 23.41.28

Electricity

o Camp has a 220v generator. Electricity is run in the kitchen and main areas when guests are not in camp. When guests return from daily activities, generators generally switched off (for peace in camp).
o 220v battery power (charged by the generator) is used for lighting and fans in each guest tent 24hrs a day. Hairdryers etc cannot work here.
o Video battery can be charged by the generator when guests on game drives. Hence bring spare battery and charging unit.
o Solar heated water for showers etc.

Guest Comments

Our stay was absolutely fantastic, but too short. Meals were excellent.

S., Paris, France

Once again you were wonderful! Treated like a queen in the middle of nowhere and the camp was very quaint, quiet and homely.

L.G. USA

Our time at Linyanti has been truly wonderful. From our initial briefing, the service, the food, the immense knowledge of our guide, and the courtesy. Many, many thanks to everyone for making our stay so wonderful.

J.B., U.K.

We enjoyed stopping for tea and lunch with the hippos and elephants. Thank you so much for the good service, food, and patience, basically everything! Thank you! You've made our trip memorable.

J.M. and M.M., USA

Our experience and stay was wonderful. Your staff is outstanding and reflects very well on your organisation. You should be very proud of every one of them.

J.M., Ohio, USA

We really enjoyed our stay beyond our expectation. All the staff were wonderful and I felt at home here. I can't believe a tent could be so comfortable. Thank you very much for everything.

J.M. and K.M., Charin Falls, USA

It was a long to be remembered trip. We will leave with a much better understanding of the beauty of Africa and its friendly people. We love your country.

S.V. and J.V., St Louis, USA

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