Chitabe Camp

(Moremi Game Reserve - Botswana)

General Description
The Chitabe Concession is 70,000 acres of pristine Okavango wilderness, situated on the border of the Moremi Game Reserve and nestled between the two river systems. A finger of perennial swamp extends into the Chitabe reserve, which is inundated by water throughout the year. The area is also seasonally flooded which transforms around half of the dry floodplains into a lush oasis. Chitabe is well known for its predator concentrations of cheetah, lion, leopard and wild dog.

Chitabe Camp is located in a diverse area with Illala Palms dotting the landscape, mopane woodlands, acacia, floodplains and the perennial delta.

One of highlights of Chitabe Camp is its two elevated hides, where guests can experience a "sleep-out" under the stars in full comfort and safety.

Accommodation
Accommodation consists of 8 spacious East African safri tents (one honeymoon tent with kingsize bed) that are built on elevated wooden decks, beneath the lush tree canopy. Each tented room has en-suite facilities with flush toilets, and a shower and basin with hot and cold running water. In addition each tent comes with fan, mosquito nets, soaps, shampoo, gowns, towels, torches and insect repellent.

Dining
There is a thatched dining area on raised decks overlooking the waterhole as well as an open air dining area where sumptuous meals are served. Drinks are included except premium brands and champagne.

Facilities
- Bar, lounge and separate dining room
- Plunge Pool
- Gift shop
- Evening campfire
- Laundry service
- Public areas are raised off the ground

Activities
- Game drives in open 4x4 Land Rovers
- Day and night drives
- Walking safaris are offered from camp
- Hides, one within walking distance
- Sleep outs at the hides on request
- Private vehicle on request (additional cost)

Child Policy
Children over the age of 8 years are welcome.

Environmental Policy
Chitabe Camp is run by Wilderness Safaris. Wilderness is a company at the forefront of eco-tourism who employ full-time environmentalists to ensure their camps are as eco-friendly as possible.  Solar heating and power, limited burning of fossil fuels and utilising battery-operated lighting systems are standard.  All camps are small, mostly tented and designed to blend into the natural environment. Their goal is that if a camp has to be moved the site can be restored to its natural state.  Their "conservation through tourism" policy shares the benefits of tourism with local communities and ensures the protection of these areas for future generations.