Chitabe Camp

Chitabe is a luxurious tented camp built on one of the most beautiful islands in the Okavango Delta, in a private area which is bordered on three sides by the Moremi Game Reserve.

The camp is located in a diverse area incorporating mopang woodlands, acacia, floodplains and the perennial delta, all of which provide a variety of wildlife.

Accommodation consists of 8 spacious East African style tents that are built on elevated wooden decks, beneath the lush tree canopy. The thatched dining area, lounge and pub are also raised on decks overlooking the surrounding flood plains, and a pool allows guests to cool off from the heat of the day.

Activities consist of day and night game drives in open 4x4 vehicles accompanied by an experienced guide, as well as nature walks.

Access / Flying times
Can only be reached by air.
To/from Maun 20 minutes
To/from Kasane 1hr 20 minutes but allow additional time for customs and immigration.

Number of tents
8 luxury-tented rooms consisting of:
· 7 x ¾ twin bedded tents
· 1 king-size-bedded honeymoon tent
· 1 twin guide room (located at and shared with Chitabe Trails Camp which is within walking distance)
· This camp can accommodate 16 guests with tour leader.

Tent details
· All canvas, Meru style luxury-safari tents on raised decks.
· En-suite facilities within tent
· Additional outdoor showers and outdoor sitting area on raised platforms, overlooking floodplains.
· Door entrances
· Fans in all guest tents
· Mosquito nets in all tents.
· Soaps, shampoos and insect repellents are supplied in each tent.

Rates
Rates are based per person and a minumum of 2 nights stay is required. Additional nightly rates available on request. Rates are all subject to exchange rate fluctuations.

Camp description
· On raised wooden platforms & walkways linking thatched communal area with tents.
· Evening campfire
· Superb site
· Plunge pool
· Slide projector available
· Curio Shop
· Dinners under the stars (traditional Kgotla style) - weather permitting
· Private vehicle on request.

Game viewing
Luxury African safaris at Chitabe Camp include day and night game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, nature walks and spectacular birdwatching.

The multiplicity of habitats surrounding Chitabe Camp means there is an abundance of wildlife to be seen, including elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah, giraffe, zebra, tsessebe, impala and, occasionally, wild dogs. Night drives also provide opportunities for guests to see nocturnal mammals such as civet, serval, genet, porcupine and aardwolf.

Activities
· Land game drives in open 4x4 Land Rovers - the camp has 3 x 10-seater Land Rovers each accommodating a maximum of seven guests, allowing all guests an outside seat.
· Night drives with spotlight.
· Walking Safaris are offered from camp on request basis.
· Hides: one within walking distance from the camp.
· Sleep outs at the hides on request

Suggested daily activity schedule
Below is only a suggestion as to what may happen in camp - as daily wildlife sightings tend to throw the schedule right out of schedule.

Summer/Winter
05h00/06h00 - Wake up call. Light continental breakfast consisting of cereals, tea/coffee/juices and pastries to be served in the dining area.
05h30/06h30 - Depart on morning activity, returning to camp at approximately 11h00.
10h00/11h00 - Brunch will be served, this will consist of a selection of breakfast and lunch dishes. From now until afternoon tea, guests will be at leisure.
15h30/16h00 - Afternoon tea will be served - this will consist of a selection of sweet and savoury snacks. Bird walks, talks and a visit to the hide are informally offered.
16h00/16h30 - Depart on afternoon game viewing activity - drinks and snacks will be served for sundowners during the course of the activity.
19h30/19h00 - Return to camp (but could be later if good game sightings).
20h00/19h30 - Pre-dinner drinks and snacks will be served at the pub.
20h30/20h00 - Three course dinner - generally speaking the starter and desert is served, whilst the main course is buffet style.
21h30/21h00 - Coffee and liqueurs will be served at the camp fire.

Please note that the activities are flexible and can be tailor-made to guest's requirements - also offer night drives.

Electricity and water
· Camp has 220v generator powered electricity that runs for 7hrs per day when guests are out on activities. When guests return from daily activities, generators generally switched off (for peace in camp).
· Inverter System is used for lighting and fans in each guest tent 24hrs/day.
· Plug points are available in each tent, and the office, for charging of video batteries only. Hence bring spare battery, charging unit and adaptors.
· Electricity heater water.

Drinks policy
All the Wilderness Safaris Botswana lodges include all local drinks – excludes premium imports (e.g. Chivas Regal), which are available at an extra cost.

Laundry policy
Laundry is done on a daily basis and inclusive in the nightly tariff.

Extras payment
Curios, imported drinks and tips/gratuities can be settled on check out. Payment can be made by cash (US$) or travellers' cheques or the following credit cards: Visa or MasterCard.