Reviews of Machaba Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
38 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Machaba Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa

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"Machaba Camp review"
The camp itself is well laid out, private & homely. The rooms were comfortable and the food good. The staff were excellent and made us very welcome.
Our guide BD was excellent and knowledgeable with a great sense of humour. We were lucky to be with a great group in our jeep which made for a great atmosphere, and some lively & fun conversation at mealtimes.
There were some lovely touches by the camp which have given us some special memories - we won't say what as it might spoil the surprise! :)" See all these reviews: 9n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wild dog
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Machaba Camp review"

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Machaba Camp review"
The camp was way beyond expectations. A huge tent, luxuriously decked out, with more facilities than expected. Extremely comfortable and peaceful, with the added bonus of having a large male elephant visiting within 10 metres, literally a once in a lifetime experience I imagine! Food and organization was superb. More than worth the money!
Most importantly we were lucky with the safari viewing...lions (eating a kill), leopards (eating a kill), tons of elephants, hippos, baby hyena and wild dogs (twice)! We were also glad we took the opportunity for the Mokoro ride, and amazing chance to see a family of elephants drinking early morning, while we were on the water. We stayed in 3 camps in our week - this was the top camp (and the others were also exceptional)!
Thank you to Eric, Sox and the rest of the team (sorry I cannot recall all names)!!!" See all these reviews: 7n in Botswana

Buffalo
5 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
4 sightings

Sable antelope
5 sightings

Spotted Hyena
10 sightings

Wild dog
10 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Machaba Camp review"
The enormous family-tent was really amazing and everything was organised really well.
The gamedrives with guide Moss where really good as well." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
3 sightings

Spotted Hyena
1 sighting

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Machaba Camp review"

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
1 sighting

Wildebeest
1 sighting

Zebra
1 sighting
"Machaba Camp review"
The communal area was comfortable and elegant, a dining room and living room in open air.
The bedroom looked like a movie set. I was delighted! It had all the amenities (e.g. personal outdoor shower, robes, good bed linens) but in a style in line with the environment.
Wifi available in the wifi zone area which was really appreciated!" See all these reviews: 9n in Botswana

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
1 sighting

Wild dog
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Machaba Camp review"
The camp was stunning and staff were wonderful. Our room was fantastic and the evening meals a real occasion, particularly given the setting.
There was a lot of excitement being in the middle of the wildlife with animal noises throughout the night and visible on the terrace/across the river during the daytime. Breaking the day back at camp made it all a lot more manageable for children and brunch and high tea were highlights too.
The game drives we did were the best we had anywhere and we were spoilt with lions and leopards each day and cheetah the final evening. We saw cubs and lions feeding and were able to get very close to the wildlife.
The guide was wonderful and the camp staff bent over backwards to keep us and the children happy throughout. We didn't want to leave!" See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
1 sighting

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
3 sightings

Lion
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Machaba Camp review"
Once again, the service from the camp staff was excellent.
They went out of their way to give us a surprise bush dinner and evening and a bush lunch the day before we left. An excellent touch." See all these reviews: 8n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
1 sighting

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
1 sighting

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
3 sightings

Lion
6 sightings

Spotted Hyena
1 sighting

Wild dog
1 sighting

Zebra
1 sighting
"Machaba Camp review"
Mike our guide spotted a python on a branch .It made a good photo.
Usual wild animals also included ,crocodile, african wild cat ,dwarf mongoose and giant eagle owl.
Plenty sighting of lions some with their cubs. Leopard with water buck dinner.
Enjoyed the mokoro journey on the river and sighting the painted reed frogs. It was a lovely contrast to the boat trip we had at lagoon camp which we also thoroughly enjoyed as well as informative the wild game walk ." See all these reviews: 8n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
1 sighting

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
1 sighting

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
3 sightings

Lion
5 sightings

Spotted Hyena
1 sighting

Wild dog
1 sighting
"laid back fun"
our guide, moreri, was terrific and ensured we had an unforgettable experience. a wild ride to spot a leopard before it disappeared into the bush was successful and we tracked him as he strolled, unconcerned, into a brush area where he settled down for a nap. thrilling. we saw a wide variety of wildlife and learned about the area and the small village nearby.
an unforgettable experience." See all these reviews: 11n in Botswana

Buffalo
2 sightings

Elephant
4 sightings

Giraffe
5 sightings

Hippo
5 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Spotted Hyena
1 sighting

Wild dog
3 sightings

Wildebeest
4 sightings

Zebra
5 sightings
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