Overview
Banks of the Savute River
Right on the banks of the unpredictable Savute Channel lies this beautiful safari lodge. This stunning area is celebrated for its game, and predators in particular due to the reawakened flow of the mysterious Savute River.
Savute Safari Lodge has just 12 suites to ensure a private and relaxing environment. The chalets have been elegantly furnished and blend in with the natural environment. The Lodge offers a shaded viewing deck, an al fresco dining area and swimming pool – ideal for watching the wildlife below – including the resident Elephants – as they make their way to the Channel to drink, bathe and play.
Venture out into the wildlife-rich marshes. if you want to delve deeper into the history of the area then visit the ancient San Rock paintings at Gubatsa Hills. However, at the end of the day you return to the comfort of the camp and sink into one of the numerous comfortable sofas and sip a cocktail from the bar.
Facts
At a glance
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12 comfortable suites
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Swimming pool
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Bar
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Viewing deck
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Experiences
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Visit the Ancient Caves
Take a walk up to visit the ancient San rock paintings at Gubatsa Hills – a small hilly outcrop which forms a prominent landmark in the otherwise flat landscape.
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Game Drives
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. Savute boasts the second-largest summer Zebra migration in Africa; its timing is determined by the rains.
Community & Culture
Through a variety of initiatives, Desert & Delta Safaris supports local communities, focusing on creating career opportunities in the tourism industry. This includes offering bursaries for tertiary education assisting Botswanan students with their tourism studies, employing staff from local communities and Youth Development Program that creates opportunities for youth from disadvantaged social environments.
Conservation
Through a variety of initiatives, Desert & Delta Safaris supports local communities, focusing on creating career opportunities in the tourism industry. This includes offering bursaries for tertiary education assisting Botswanan students with their tourism studies, employing staff from local communities and Youth Development Program that creates opportunities for youth from disadvantaged social environments.
Footprint
Desert & Delta Safaris camps and lodges are EcoTourism rated, the highest status recognised by Botswana Tourism for sound sustainable tourism initiatives. This includes the usage of greywater treatment plants, careful waste management protocols as well as the use of sustainable building materials wherever possible.
Example trips
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Example trips
Get inspired
Browse our example trips and get in contact to start planning your very own adventure.
What makes us different
Why Niarra
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Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently.
In Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by millions in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa, the name Niara means "with utmost purpose" and our team are united by a passion for exploration and a belief that the right kind of travel can make the world a better place.
Our Travel Researchers are here to create incredible trips with a positive impact for you.
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Unforgettable experiences
Creating your trip is entirely collaborative and our Travel Researchers are here for every step.
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Positive impact
Curated sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximize the benefits to local people and place.
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Fairness and transparency
An open, competitive pricing structure that ensures more money goes to where it's needed in the destination.