Savute Safari Lodge is a small unpretentious lodge on the banks of the Savute Channel. The ideal location to explore the Savute Marshes. Sink into one of the numerous comfortable leather, wood, or wicker sofas in the lounge and library. Or sip a cocktail in the stylish bar. All these facilities are situated in a beautiful two storey thatch and timber main building. Savute Safari Lodge offers a shaded viewing deck, an al fresco dining area, and a swimming pool with spectacular pool loungers. Ideal for watching the varied wildlife, including the resident Elephants, as they make their way to the Channel to drink, bathe, and play.
Stretching from the Linyanti River all the way to Savute Marsh, the winding waterways of the Savute Channel have pumped life into the south western section of Chobe National Park for many thousands of generations. However, this fickle and unpredictable channel has a fascinating history of flooding and drying up, independently of good rainy seasons and flood levels elsewhere. This has mystified local inhabitants, geologists, and others for many years. The Savute region and the Savute Marsh in particular, is renowned for its intense predator encounters and exceptional game viewing. This makes it one of Botswana’s most popular wildlife destinations.
Savute Safari Lodge has eleven thatched chalets and one family room. All are spacious with a combined bedroom and lounge area and en-suite facilities. They are on elevated wooden platforms with a private deck overlooking the channel. The elegant rooms feature neutral tones to blend with the natural environment and have plenty of thoughtful details to ensure a very comfortable stay. The family chalet offers the same amenities in the 2 x en-suite bedrooms.
Guest room interior
Room amenities:
Fans and mosquito nets in all guest rooms
220V Plug points for charging equipment and in room WiFi
A range of African bio-degradable soaps, conditioning shampoo, hand wash, body lotion with insect repellent, and shower caps
A hairdryer and a flashlight
Tea and coffee facilities in each room
Gowns supplied in each room
Umbrellas for the rainy season
Battery operated reading lights, a desk light, and a bathroom light at night
Small safe for valuables
Emergency air horn
Laundry service (complimentary).
Guest room deck
Savute Family Safaris
Children aged 6 and over are welcome at Savute Safari Lodge. However, kids under the age of 16 years must share with a parent at all times.
Safaris create a lifelong impression on children of any age. The incredible guides adore kids and know exactly how to bring a safari alive for young minds. Stopping to look at lion footprints. Or standing next to a huge elephant bone. The guides know how to keep the kids tuned in. Peering through binoculars at a weaver bird carefully repairing a nest. Or watching as huge crocs slip silently into the water as you cruise by. These are experiences that will stay with children forever.
Child Policy
6-11 Years
50%
Private activities must be booked for families with children younger than 6 years old at the daily private activity rate.
To ensure guest safety, we reserve the right to amend walking and mokoro activities, where applicable. This is done at the discretion of Camp Management and Guides.
12-15 Years
75%
Have a look at our Ultimate Family Safari Package for combining Desert and Delta camps. These offer great value for families.
Savute Safari Lodge Activities
Activities are organized around game drives throughout the Savute area in open 4×4 safari vehicles. Many trips will incorporate a visit to the Savute Marsh to give you a chance to see the historic presence of the Savute Channel at the marsh against a backdrop of teeming wildlife.
Game Drive
Guests can also enjoy a visit to the ancient San rock paintings at Gubatsa Hills. A small hilly outcrop which forms a prominent landmark in the otherwise flat landscape.
Savute boasts the second largest summer Zebra migration in Africa. The timing of the migration is determined by the rains. But usually occurs between November and December and again between February and April. When the Zebras move from the rivers in the north in search of the rain ripe grasslands and full waterholes in the southwest of the park. The migration is always followed by large numbers of predators. The Zebra migration is a must for visitors.
Specialist Guiding Program
Booking a specialist guide lets you leverage your host’s specialized knowledge and experience. Having a single guide accompany you throughout your Desert & Delta Safaris itinerary. This enables you to develop a deeper connection with the guide and their skillset and creates lifelong friendships.
The Specialist Guide (Per Night) cost is: 2026: $475 2027: $500.
All bookings with specialist guides must be booked in conjunction with private activities. 5 full paying pax per booking qualify for private activities, subject to availability. Please note this applies to vehicles that can take a total of 6 pax maximum. For bookings with more than 6 people, please contact us for an accurate private activities quote.
Why Book A Specialist Guide?
Special Interest Travelers
We will match the right specialist guide with the right travelers. From bird watchers to professional/amateur photographers. Stargazers to entomologists. We have guides best suited to all ranges of special interests.
VIPS or Celebrities
For guests seeking additional on the ground assistance, including professional hosting with discretion and privacy as needed, specialist guiding offers an elevated level of enjoyment and exclusivity to their trip.
Families
Including a specialist guide throughout the itinerary is a perfect way to ensure families have the safari of a lifetime. This will allow the kids and the knowledgeable specialist guide to form a special bond.
Getting to Savute Safari Lodge
The shortest route to Savute Safari Lodge is by air charter from Maun. For a small supplement, guests can also start at Kasane. This is perfect for guests traveling from Livingstone or Victoria Falls. Savute Safari Lodge is a 25 minute road transfer from the airstrip.
*Chobe Savanna Lodge doesn’t have long stay discounts but can be added to itineraries.
2026 Savute Safari Lodge
Rates
1 – 4 night stay
5 – 6 night stay
7 or more nights
Peak Season:
1st May – 31st October
$1 290
$1 213
$1 187
Shoulder Season:
1st November 2026 – 5th January 2027*
$990
$931
$911
2027 Savute Safari Lodge Rates
1 – 4 night stay
5 – 6 night stay
7 or more nights
Green Season:
6th January – 31st March
$740
$703
$681
Shoulder Season:
1st – 30th April and 1st November 2027 – 5th January 2028*
$1080
$1026
$994
Peak Season:
1st May – 31st October
$1410
$1340
$1297
*The festive season is valid up until the 5th of January each year. As such, the shoulder season rate will be applicable during this period.
Single Supplement: $452 in 2026 and $494 in 2027 Peak Seasons.
Single Surcharge applies to any reservation comprising more than two singles during the Green or Shoulder Season.
Rates include:
Accommodation, scheduled activities, all meals, refreshments, local spirits, and wines (excluding premium brands).
Laundry service.
National park fees and all government levies, taxes, and VAT.
Rates exclude:
Curio shop purchases.
Staff & guide tips.
Private activities and charter flights.
Desert & Delta Safaris operates as a collection agent for Chobe Impact, an independent not for profit entity. For every full paying bed night booked in a Desert & Delta Safaris property, $5 will be added to the invoice as a discretionary donation (“donation”) to Chobe Impact. Chobe Impact applies the funds to projects making a positive impact in the key areas of education, community empowerment, research, and conservation. Desert & Delta Safaris commits to match each donation from its own profits. Should any guest be unwilling to make the donation, they shall request for it to be removed in writing prior to booking confirmation.
Camp Closures
2027
Chobe Game Lodge
Open all year
Chobe Savanna Lodge
Open all year
Savute Safari Lodge
25th January – 8th February
Camp Okavango
1st January – 1st February
Xugana Island Lodge
1st – 15th February
Mapula
1st January – 1st March
Nxamaseri Island Lodge
1st – 15th January
Camp Moremi
1st January – 1st February
Camp Xakanaxa
1st – 15th February
Sediba Sa Rona
Open all year
Leroo La Tau
1st February – 1st March
Savute Safari Lodge Specials and Packages
Please also see our Best of Desert and Delta Safari Packages where you can combine camps. These packages include flights, accommodation, activities, meals and drinks. Offering great value for money.
2026 Best Of Savute Safari Lodge 3 Night Package Rates
Per person sharing with return flights from Maun
Per person sharing with flights from/to Maun and one flight from/to Kasane
Per person sharing with with return flights from Kasane
Peak Season: 1st May – 31st October
$4 546
$4 762
$4 978
Shoulder Season: 1st November 2026 – 5th January 2027*
$3 586
$3 802
$4 018
Single surcharge: $1 356
2027 Best Of Savute Safari Lodge 3 Night Package Rates
Per person sharing with return flights from Maun
Per person sharing with flights from/to Maun and one flight from/to Kasane
Per person sharing with with return flights from Kasane
Green Season: 6th January – 31st March
$2 855
$3 082
$3 309
Shoulder Season: 1st – 30th April and 1st November 2027 – 5th January 2028*
$3 887
$4 114
$4 341
Peak Season: 1st May – 31st October
$4 943
$5 170
$5 397
Single surcharge: $1 482
*The festive season is valid up until the 5th of January each year. As such, the shoulder season rate will be applicable during this period.
Green Season Discovery Packages
The Green Season Discovery Package is available between January and March. This is the Green Season. Or Secret Season as it is often referred to. It is a magical time to travel in Botswana. With exceptional value for money, combining the right regions and lodges can create a truly sensational safari experience.
Stay at 2 x Desert & Delta camps for 6 nights in the green season and enjoy a great introduction to a Botswana safari. It includes all Desert and Delta camps except Chobe Savanna Lodge.
6 night Green Season Discovery Package Cost:
2026: $4 669 per person sharing. The single supplement is $2 712.
2027: $4 987 per person sharing. The single supplement is $2 964.
Please note the single supplement is applicable to any one reservation comprising more than two singles during the Green or Shoulder Season.
Includes:
Accommodation and all scheduled activities at both properties
All meals, drinks and local branded alcohol
All scheduled charter flights between the lodges and Maun to Maun (Kasane surcharge applies).
A generous contribution to one of our amazing initiatives
The best local hospitality
Relevant park fees, admin fees, and departure taxes
Excludes:
Curio shop shopping sprees
Staff & guide tips
Private activities and charter flights
Example Savute and Okavango Delta Green Season Discovery Package
In this six night Green Season Discovery Package, you can enjoy wildlife sightings at Savute Safari Lodge, exclusive to the green season. Combined with an authentic permanent water Okavango Delta experience at Xugana Island Lodge.
Example Green Season Discovery Package – Savute and Okavango Delta
Day
Movement/Destination
Notes
1
Maun Airport to the The Savute Region
Scheduled light aircraft transfer with Safari Air
1-4
Three nights stay at Savute Safari Lodge
Fully Inclusive
4
The Savute Region to The Okavango Delta
Scheduled light aircraft transfer with Safari Air
4-7
Three nights stay at Xugana Island Lodge
Fully Inclusive
7
The Okavango Delta to Maun Airport
Scheduled light aircraft transfer with Safari Air
Day 1 – 4
The Savute region of the Chobe National Park is one of Botswana’s best game viewing destinations. Offering exceptional year round game viewing. In the green season, massive herds of zebra migrate through the Savute Marsh along with other large groups of mammals in search of the rich grasses. This open marsh area makes for easier predator sightings along with an increase in the prey available. The Northern and Marsh lion prides that dominate the region remain; and offer excellent predator encounters.
As the rains bring fresh growth and water into the Savute Marsh, marvel at the amazing birdlife. Large flocks of the vibrant Carmine bee-eaters migrate through the area to pick up insects. They are known to follow vehicles to prey on insects as they flick up providing beautiful photograph opportunities.
Day 5 – 7
Some camps and lodges in the Okavango Delta change dramatically throughout the year with green season often offering a vastly contrasting experience due to the floodwaters having receded. Xugana Island Lodge offers water based activities year round on a private concession in the heart of the Okavango Delta. The best location from which to explore the deep water, lagoons, and channels. Guided bush walks on the surrounding islands offer a unique perspective of the delta. As well as an opportunity to witness the abundant wildlife on foot. With the lower floodwaters of the green season, the camp can access the mainland by vehicle to offer seasonal game drives. This allows for excellent game viewing on day and night drives. The perfect green season Okavango Delta camp with every activity available!
Chobe Accommodation
We are adding more accommodation options soon but will still be able to quote you on any lodge not here.
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