Nestled on a lush palm island in the heart of the northern Okavango Delta, Ker & Downey Shinde is an iconic 5 star camp. One of the first in Botswana and loved by many. Located on the edge of the Shinde Lagoon, the area simply teems with animal and bird life.
Shinde takes advantage of the water features of the Delta. The camps unique main area is in a “tree house style”. It comprises lounges, dining areas (indoor and outdoor) and a fire deck. The swimming pool overlooks the permanent Shinde Lagoon. The camp is now 100% solar powered and has Green Plus Eco-Tourism Certificate.
Shinde is also a wonderful option for honeymooners. Couples enjoy additional special touches which include a private dinner and bottle of bubbly whilst also being offered a slightly more relaxed pace than a normal safari routine!
An overview of what to expect when staying at Shinde in the Okavango Delta
Shinde Accommodation
Each of the 7 x tents has a large bedroom, en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers. There is the choice of either a double or twin bed configuration on comfortable three quarter, extra length, or king sized beds. With every possible comfort. From full solar electricity, standing and ceiling fans through to yoga mats and hair dryers!
Tent
Well spaced tents afford privacy while remaining within a comfortable distance from the main camp area.
Families are accommodated in a custom built two bedroom shared en-suite bathroom family tent. These sleep a maximum of 5 people. Specialized family guides are available.
Family Tent
Shinde Enclave
Shinde Enclave is an exclusive ‘camp within a camp’ catering for a maximum of six guests. It offers the ultimate in personal service and an indelible wilderness experience. Shinde Enclave has a private main area with a private waiter and housekeeper. As well as a private, professional guide and game drive vehicle.
The main area has a bar, lounge, dining room, mini library, outside fire deck, and sun lounger area. It is the perfect retreat after a day’s activities. Shinde Enclave offers an exclusive hideaway for guests who want exclusivity. Your rooms are still at Shinde but all activities and dining are private. It is the perfect location from which a family or small group of friends can explore the Okavango Delta.
Shinde Enclave
Shinde Activities
Shinde’s excellent location in the Okavango Delta ensures a combination of permanent water access for year round water activities. And large dry areas for game drive routes. This blend of environments provides the habitat for a consistently wide variety of wildlife. Including the elusive Sitatunga antelope and a healthy population of leopards.
Leopards
Motorboats or Mokoro provide a chance to experience the incredible bird, plant, and reptile species found in the aquatic habitat of the Okavango Delta. Game drives are conducted by a personal guide in comfortable, specially designed game drive vehicles. When out on game drives the window seat guarantee ensures no more than four guests per vehicle and individual use of a camera mount.
Shinde is on a private concession that allows guided walks, Mokoro excursions, game drives, and motorboat trips. In addition, this means night drives are also possible.
Walking safari – Lechwe and Warthogs
Fishing is available throughout the year (except January and February). With excellent bream fishing from May to September. And superb chances of landing tiger fish from September to mid-November. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy motorboat trips to some of the Okavango Deltaʼs best fishing spots.
Wildlife and Birds
Year round resident wildlife includes Sitatunga, Kudu, Bushbuck, Lechwe, Reedbuck, Tsessebe, and the ubiquitous Impala. The waterways have hippos and crocodiles in abundance. As well as hyenas, jackals, African wild cats, and other small predators and prey. Leopards have made the Shinde concession their home for many a generation. And show placid traits at sightings. There is a patchwork of lion territories that extend into the Moremi Game Reserve and adjoining concessions. This means that lions are regular visitors/residents throughout the year. On occasions, there are sightings of cheetahs (more regular at Shinde Footsteps) and wild dogs. The concessions’ location means that it is a dry season grazing resource for elephants, buffalo, zebra, and wildebeest. Roan antelope and eland are also occasionally seen.
Most of the normal Delta bird species are represented. With the Pels Fishing Owl being a reasonably regular “tick”.
Helicopter Over the Delta
Moments after departing camp you’ll enjoy the breathtaking views seen only from a helicopter. Experience the crystal clear water channels meandering their way through lagoons. Journey deep into the lush green flood plains. Exploring some of the many animal species of the Okavango region.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity that must not be missed. The doors are removed on scenic flights for unrestricted views which offers great photographic opportunities.
Scenic helicopter flight rates per person
2026
2027
30 minutes
$390
$445
45 minutes
$580
$670
60 minutes
$760
$885
Add on – Island Champagne Stop*
$50
$60
*There is an option to extend this to include a champagne stop on a private island. Other helicopter experiences are available.
Fuel surcharges may apply (currently included in 2027 rates but subject to change).
Flights are two guests minimum (a single guest must pay for two).
Prices valid for guests weighing less than 135kg / 297lbs each.
Scenic flights are conducted any time of day. Keen photographers prefer early morning or late afternoon. Others prefer flying in the siesta period, so activities are not missed.
Scenic helicopter flights over the Okavango Delta
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Shinde Dedicated Specialist Guides
Would you prefer a Specialist Guide to accompany you for the duration of your stay? The Specialist Guides are well versed in all aspects of guiding including walking safaris, photography, and family safaris.
Cost of $550 in 2026 and 2027 per night. It includes the guides’ accommodation and flights between the Ker & Downey Botswana camps.
A maximum of six guests per Specialist Guide.
Depending on the number of guests a private vehicle may be required.
Walking Safari – Options are available to walk between Shinde and Footsteps.
Ker & Downey Botswana offers dedicated walking guides from Shinde, Kanana, Kanana Nyana, Dinaka, Shinde Footsteps, and Maxa.
The Specialist family safari also includes:
A specially designed program that allows families to discover the wonders of the African wilderness. Together.
Hosted by a specialist family guide the emphasis is on providing the family with engaging, age appropriate activities. On a flexible schedule while creating shared family memories to last a lifetime. On completion of the safari, children receive a gift pack. This includes a shirt, cap, water bottle, and certificate.
The guides’ accommodation and flights between the Ker & Downey Botswana camps.
Private Safari Vehicle
A private vehicle may be booked for guests requiring three or fewer people per vehicle. The cost is $500 in 2026 and 2027 per vehicle per night. This also secures private activities as offered by the camp. Ker & Downey Botswana offers this upgrade at all camps except Maxa.
Shinde Accommodation Rates
Ker & Downey Botswana offers discounted rates for longer stays. So, combine your stay at Shinde with their other camps in the Delta. These include: Kanana Kanana Nyana Okuti
Shinde and Shinde Enclave Shinde Footsteps Camp Maxa
Or, in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve at Dinaka
High:
1st June to 31st October
2026 Shinde Fully Inclusive Rates
1 to 4 nights
5 to 6 nights
7 to 8 nights
9+ nights
High:
1st June to 31st October
Per Person Sharing
$1770
$1682
$1646
$1575
Single Supplement
$620
$589
$576
$551
Child*
$1239
$1177
$1152
$1103
Shoulder:
1st November to 14th December
Per Person Sharing
$1295
$1230
$1204
$1153
Single Supplement
$453
$431
$421
$404
Child*
$907
$861
$843
$807
High:
15th December 2026 – 6th January 2027
Per Person Sharing
$1770
$1682
$1646
$1575
Single Supplement
$620
$589
$576
$551
Child*
$1239
$1177
$1152
$1103
2027 Shinde Fully Inclusive Rates
1 to 4 nights
5 to 6 nights
7 + nights
Low:
7th January – 28th February
Per Person Sharing
$770
$712
$697
Single Supplement
Child*
$539
$498
$488
Shoulder:
1st – 23rd March
Per Person Sharing
$1405
$1349
$1321
Single Supplement
$492
$472
$462
Child*
$984
$944
$925
High:
24th March – 2nd April
Per Person Sharing
$1940
$1862
$1824
Single Supplement
$776
$745
$730
Child*
$1358
$1303
$1277
Shoulder:
3rd – 30th April
Per Person Sharing
$1405
$1349
$1321
Single Supplement
$492
$472
$462
Child*
$984
$944
$925
High:
1st May to 31st October
Per Person Sharing
$1940
$1862
$1824
Single Supplement
$776
$745
$730
Child*
$1358
$1303
$1277
Shoulder:
1st November to 16th December
Per Person Sharing
$1405
$1349
$1321
Single Supplement
$492
$472
$462
Child*
$984
$944
$925
High:
17th December – 6th January 2028
Per Person Sharing
$1940
$1862
$1824
Single Supplement
$776
$745
$730
Child*
$1358
$1303
$1277
A Single supplement applies to a third adult when booked into a family or twin tent.
*Child Policy: Low and shoulder season:
The child rate is available to a child sharing with one or two full paying adults in a twin, triple, or family tent. High season:
The child rate is only available when booked into the family tent(s) with two sharing adults.
The rate applies to children six to fifteen years of age and a private vehicle is required.
The adult rate applies to sixteen years and above.
Camp managers and guides reserve the right to cancel any activity due to safety concerns.
Shinde Rates include
Stays with Ker & Downey Botswana are on a fully inclusive basis. This means that the nightly rate at each of the camps covers the following:
Accommodation.
Game activities by professional guides.
All meals and snacks.
Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
All taxes, park entrance fees, and service charges.
Daily laundry service.
Emergency evacuation insurance (to a regional medical facility).
For every full paying bed night booked in a Ker & Downey Botswana property, US$5 will be added to the invoice as a discretionary donation to Chobe Impact. An independent not for profit entity. Ker & Downey Botswana commits to match each donation from its own profits. Chobe Impact applies the funds to projects making a positive impact in the key areas of education, community empowerment, research, and conservation. Their historical support for Bana Ba Letsatsi continues, but through Chobe Impact. Should any guest be unwilling to make the donation, they shall request for it to be removed in writing prior to booking confirmation.
Shinde Accommodation Special Offers
Besides the long stay rates above, take advantage of this special offer.
Stay 5, Pay 4
Shinde is part of the Ker & Downey Botswana’s Pay 4/Stay 5 nights special offer. Receive your 5th night on safari on us. Plus no single supplement. Don’t miss out!
Valid for stays from 1st November 2026 and before the 15th March 2027 at one or more camps.
All seat-in and private charters to be booked with us.
Excludes Grays Eden Hotel.
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Kwando Lagoon Camp is on the banks of the Kwando River in the Linyanti/Kwando Concession (water camp, Okavango Delta) – great for honeymooners or family
Kwando Kwara Camp is a land & water camp – perfect accommodation if you only have a couple of nights to see the Okavango Delta and want great wildlife sightings
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Best rates and offers incl. honeymoons in the Okavango Delta – Overlooking Chiefs Island, bordering Moremi Game Reserve, Gunns Camp is one of the last few remaining luxury, vintage safari camps
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