Selinda Camp

Selinda Camp is built on a shady island overlooking the waters of the dramatic Selinda Spillway, an ephemeral waterway which is the focal point in a vast private concession in northern Botswana.

Selinda Camp has 9 spacious, luxury tents which are erected under cool thatch canopies.  All of the units have panoramic views across palm-studded floodplains.

Each of the tents has en suite facilities, a stone bath being the highlight.  The bathroom is uniquely “open air” with lots of natural light, yet is screened and virtually insect-proof.  The tents are spacious and beautifully appointed with furniture and features that have been collected from around Africa.  Four-poster mosquito nets and overhead fans are standard at Selinda Camp.

The main area comprises a series of expansive decks that invite guests to simply sit and soak up the spectacular views and wildlife surrounding the camp. The design of the main area is such that, wherever you are – relaxing in the lounge, having brunch in the cool shade of the uniquely designed thatched roof, or sampling the fine cuisine on the open “star deck” – there is never a barrier to the breathtaking views of the Selinda Spillway.

Set apart from the main area is the photo/art gallery built above a temperature-controlled wine cellar and curio shop.  Guests can also enjoy a small plunge pool and the traditional campfire.

Daily activities revolve around morning, afternoon and night game drives with experienced, professional guides in custom-built 4×4 Land Cruisers.  Short walks from camp accompanied by a guide are encouraged to get to know some of Selinda Camp’s smaller creatures.

Selinda Camp is characterised by its game-rich floodplains which are host to a variety of bird life (300+), antelope, zebra, cheetah, wild dog, lion and dry season elephant concentrations.  Nocturnal species include serval, porcupine, springhare and possibly leopard.