The Selinda Spillway is an ephemeral waterway that ribbons through the Selinda Reserve in northern Botswana, flowing eastward from the Okavango Delta before splitting into the Linyanti and Chobe Rivers. After years without revitalizing water, this mysterious waterway began running freely from the Okavango Delta – thanks to increased rainfall levels and geological shifts.

Selinda Camp rests elegantly on the banks of the Selinda Spillway, as it enters the Linyanti River. It is situated in the private Selinda Reserve, a remote wilderness area that’s home to thousands of elephants, endangered wild dogs, and the famous Selinda Lion Pride – the stars of the National Geographic film,  Birth of a Pride.

The camp’s décor is centered around the four elements of earth, fire, air, and water, and radiates a very careful blend of safari authenticity and luxurious bells ‘and whistles. Spacious and sturdy canvas tents are shaded with thatch roofing and raised on wooden decks, featuring private verandas for your slice of Africa.

The Selinda Reserve harbors a staggering diversity of wildlife which you will discover on game drives in vehicles specially designed for photography – equipped with fold-down screens, raised roofs, photographic bars, and multi-plug invertors. Walking safaris are also offered, as well as boating excursions on the Spillway (water-level dependent). Selinda’s open plains are ideal for cheetahs, while the thicker woodlands provide refuge for leopards. The area is most famous for elephants, lions, wild dogs, hippos, buffalo, and giraffes.

Highlights

• Beautifully designed safari camp in a pristine wilderness area
• Spacious tents with deep stone bathtubs and double vanities
• Game drives in vehicles specially designed for photography
• See the famous Selinda Lion Pride from the film, Birth of a Pride
• Resident wild dogs usually set up a den near camp during winter (about June to August)
• Game viewing from the photography hide

Activities

• BIRD WATCHING
• BOAT EXCURSIONS
• FULL-DAY SAFARIS
• GAME DRIVES
• GUIDED WALKS
• PICNICS
• PRIVATE GAME-DRIVES
• NIGHT DRIVES
• BUSH DINING
• PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARIS
• SPECIALIST GUIDES
• STAR GAZING
• SUNSET CRUISES
• GUIDED WALKING SAFARIS

Set in a pristine wilderness area, Selinda Camp offers an authentic and promising game-viewing experience combined with knowledgeable and passionate rangers. This is a safari experience not to be missed.

Rooms

Tent

Each canvas tent offers guests ample space and a private veranda connected by sliding wood-framed doors. Special features include small seating areas and desks, as well as extended dressing- and twin basin vanity areas in en suite bathrooms – complete with deep stone bathtubs and beautiful antique showers.

Selinda’s family unit consists of a main bedroom, a kid’s room, and two bathrooms that are connected by a wrap-around deck.

Facilities

The camp’s large thatched central area has two comfortable lounges and a dining area and is raised to showcase the gorgeous views of the Selinda Spillway. The central pool area is a welcome respite after a day’s thrilling game drives, and the convivial fire pit is the ideal place to salute the African sunset with a refreshing drink.

Dining

Delicious meals are prepared in the camp’s kitchen and complimented by an excellent wine selection from the climate-controlled, walk-in wine cellar. Due to captivating game drives, picnic breakfasts, and lunches are often delivered to you in the bush.