Footsteps across the Linyanti: Our full report

Footsteps Across the Linyanti is a mobile tented camping experience within Chobe Enclave, a private reserve that borders the western boundary of Chobe National Park – it is run by the team who run the Linyanti Bush Camp.

Chobe Enclave offers a good diversity of wildlife. The flooded marshland attracts a variety of birdlife whilst herds of elephant and buffalo gather at its edges at certain times of the year. Along the marsh edge is a stretch of riverine woodland and areas of tall cathedral mopane trees which offer cover for the shyer animals, including leopard and roan antelope.

Further back from the marshland, thicker mopane woodland and open clearings are the perfect habitats for many other animal species including wild dog and lion.

Activities from here focus on walking safaris. Distances walked each day will vary depending on your interests and what you find - there's always plenty to see, so expect an energetic walk, but not a route march! The camp is likely to move at least once during your stay depending on where the wildlife action is.

This is a fantastic way for adventurous safari-goers to explore a wild and remote wilderness area on foot, with an experienced and knowledgeable guide who will interpret and bring to life every aspect of the Botswana bush.

Accommodation whilst on a walking safari in Linyanti's Chobe Enclave consists of three Meru style tents with en-suite facilities and comfortable beds. These walk-in tents are spacious and can accommodate a total of six guests. These walking safaris usually last three nights, and require a minimum of four guests.

Geographics

Location: Kwando-Linyanti area, Botswana

Ideal length of stay: The walking safaris usually run for a minimum of three nights.

Directions: You will fly into Saile Airstrip and will then be transferred by game vehicle to your first camp to begin your walking safari.

Key personnel

Owner: African Bush Camps

Food & drink

Usual board basis: Full Board

Dining style: Group Meals

Dining locations: Indoor and Outdoor Dining

Cost of meal e.g. lunch: Included

Drinks included: All available drinks are included.

Special interests

Walking safaris: Footsteps Across the Linyanti is one of just a handful of true walking safaris in Botswana. Using a comfortable and intimate camp with en-suite tents as your base, explore this wilderness area of foot and let your knowledgeable and experienced guide interpret and bring to life every aspect of the bush.

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Children

Attitude towards children: Although these walking safaris will sometimes accept children as young as 10, we don't recommend them for children younger than 16 years.

Health & safety

Malarial area: Yes

Medical care: There's a basic first aid kit at the nearby Linyanti Bush Camp; the nearest doctor is in Maun.

Dangerous animals: High Risk

Extras

Disabled access: Not Possible

Money: All your accommodation, meals and drinks will have been prepaid for Footsteps Across the Linyanti. We recommend you carry US Dollars for any tips.