Machaba Camp accommodation is a luxury 1950’s style safari camp in the Khwai area (wheelchair friendly). Little Machaba is ideal for exclusive use safaris.
Aimed at the affordable luxury travel markets across the world and offers great value for money and a unique classical safari experience.
There are two camps with the main Machaba Camp accommodating up to 24 people and the smaller; Little Machaba sleeping up to 8 people or 12 people on exclusive use basis only. Both Machaba Camp and Little Machaba Camp appeal to the novice safari guest; as well as to the seasoned safari traveler. The camps are inspired by the authentic spirit of a safari with Eco-luxury canvas safari tents, en-suite bathrooms, and living areas.
Pool at Machaba Camp in Okavango Delta
Machaba Camps are environmentally friendly safari camps consciously forgoing certain conveniences like hairdryers and aircon. They rely on alternative energy; a hybrid of solar energy and a backup generator; using low energy-consuming appliances and light bulbs in order to lighten the load on the planet. No permanent fixtures mean that the campsites can be rehabilitated in 1.5 years. Separate Bio Plants manage the kitchen, laundry, and staff village solids.
Nestled in a riverine tree line, the camp offers privacy, spectacular river views with excellent food, and especially a layer of warm hospitality. The tents are positioned alongside the picturesque Moremi and Khwai Rivers in order to optimize views of the animals coming to the river’s edge to drink.
Machaba Camp has 10 Luxury Tents sleeping a maximum of 24 guests in 8 x Luxury Tents and 2 x Family Luxury Tents. Built on the ground level to make them more suited to guests that are less mobile / wheelchair friendly. Tent 5 (Family Tent) & Tent 4 (Double) also have railings in the toilet for disabled guests.
The luxury safari tents feature en suite bedrooms with a romantic king-sized bed or two twin beds. The Family tents at Machaba Camp have two separate sleeping areas; each with its own oversized bed and comfortably catering to four guests in total. There are mini safes in all the tents as well as standing fans.
Machaba Camp accommodation
Family safari:
Children of all ages are welcome at Machaba Camp. Kids aged 5 years and younger stay free; while children between 6 and 11 pay the standard child rate; which is 50% of the adult sharing rate. All children of 12 years and older pay the full adult rate. Only four guests can share a Family Luxury Tent (additional children on request, please speak to us) A private vehicle must be booked for guests traveling with children under the age of 6. No children under 12 are allowed to participate in Mokoro and Game Walk activities.
Machaba Camp family accommodation with inter-leading tents
Little Machaba Camp
While Little Machaba shares the same island and style as Machaba Camp it is a much smaller, more intimate camp. It is built on raised decks in order to offer everyone picturesque views over the Moremi Game Reserve. It offers luxury safari tents with en suite bathrooms and living areas with romantic outdoor showers. They also have private romantic outdoor baths. The main dining and bar area is also on wooden decks; overlooking a large floodplain.
Little Machaba Camp has 4 x Luxury Tents sleeping a maximum of 8 x guests in 2 x Luxury Tents and 2 x Family Luxury Tents (used for 2 adults). No children under 12 years of age are allowed at Little Machaba unless exclusive use of the Camp is booked. Therefore; they can accommodate up to 12 people including the children (2 x adults and 2 x children in the Family Tents).
Facilities
Both camps have a swimming pool with sun loungers A tented main area with a library, curio shop, and limited WiFi An on-site Spa Therapist offers treatments in your room.
Mokoro safari in Okavango Delta
Activities at both Machaba Camp and Little Machaba Camp:
Morning and evening game drives Walking (guide dependent) Mekoros (all year round but dependent on water levels) Game viewing from the comfort of your own tent Visits to the local community (water level dependent) Optional after Dinner Night Drive
A typical day on safari at Machaba Camps
Kindly note times may vary slightly and winter timings are different Wake up call at your room at 5.30 am before gathering at the main area for a light breakfast and a cuppa. At around 6.30 am, depart for your morning activity such as game drive, nature walk, or mokoro. Return from your morning activity and enjoy brunch while sharing stories of your encounters with fellow guests. Afternoon at leisure. Activities include relaxing in and around the swimming pool; visiting the curio shop or by all means enjoying a spa treatment in your room. Afternoon Tea is at 3.30 pm before departing on your afternoon game drive. Dinner is under the stars at around 8 pm and afterward, an optional night safari drive is offered; before retiring for the evening.
Where are Machaba Camp and Little Machaba Camp?
The Khwai Concession is a 35 000 hectare reserve located in the northeastern section of the world-famous Okavango Delta which shares its westerly border with the Moremi Game Reserve.
Leopard on safari in Okavango Delta
Rates and Special Offers at Machaba Camps:
Low Season: 11th January until 31st March Shoulder Season: 1st April to 31st May and 1st November until 10th January High Season: 1st June until 31st October
Machaba Camp Rates in US$ per person per night
11th January to 31st March 2024
Per person
$650
Single supplement
N/A
Children 6 – 11 years
$325
1st April to 31st May 2024
Per person
$798
Single supplement
$319
Children 6 – 11 years
$399
1st June to 31st October 2024
Per person
$1,190
Single supplement
$476
Children 6 – 11 years
$595
1st November 2024 to 10th January 2025
Per person
$798
Single supplement
$319
Children 6 – 11 years
$399
Little Machaba Camp Rates in US$ per person per night
11th January to 31st March 2024
Per person
$650
Single supplement
N/A
1st April to 31st May 2024
Per person
$798
Single supplement
$319
1st June to 31st October 2024
Per person
$1,190
Single supplement
$476
1st November 2024 to 10th January 2025
Per person
$798
Single supplement
$319
At Little Machaba, only children over 12 years of age accepted (unless booked on exclusive use basis) Exclusive use: 6 – 11 years pay 50% of adult rate and up to 5 years stay free.
Rates are fully inclusive of accommodation, all meals, laundry, lodge activities, return vehicle airstrip transfers from Khwai, alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages (excluding imported and premium drinks), levies & taxes.
The above excludes international flights, internal flight transfers, premium imported drinks, travel insurance, visas, and discretionary tips. In addition; guests will be charged Machaba Safaris Conservation and Community Levy (CCL).
Stay three nights and only pay for two
Valid from 15th November to 31st March (Excluding 20th December to 6th January) every year.
Secret Season Packages
Combine the lodges in the Machaba Collection with our stay 6, pay 4 (2 nights free). Or for a really special 9-night Botswana safari, get 3 free nights.
Valid from 11th January – 31st March and 15th November – 20th December every year.
Okavango Delta Honeymoon Offer
Stay 5 nights between the Machaba camps and the bride get 50% discount on accommodation.
Valid all year (cannot be used in conjunction with another special deal) Clients must be married within a period of 6 months Complimentary couples massage (lodge dependent) Private dinner included Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine
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