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About Skybeds

Far more than just a place to stay, Skybeds delivers an extraordinary experience that brings you thrillingly close to nature.

To fall asleep high up beneath a canopy of stars, the sounds of the bush all around: this is Skybeds.

Your comfortable bed, made up with thick duvets and softly draped with mosquito netting, sits at the top of your own three-storey structure that puts you up with the trees.

Aside from low “walls” of wooden poles, the view from your 15m-high eyrie is entirely open.
And what a view! Below, and spreading out in every direction, is the wilderness of the Okavango Delta, the plains roamed by animals that are entirely oblivious of your watching presence.

Many are attracted to the waterhole near the foot of the three platforms, a beacon in the dry season for antelope of all sizes, along with elephant, giraffe and a range of predators.

Fortunately your private and enclosed bathroom-with-a-view – complete with shower and flushing toilet – is just one level below the sleeping platform, down a sturdy wooden staircase.

For meals, though, you’ll be escorted to Skybeds' fourth “tree house”, where refreshing drinks are served at sunset, and a table is set out invitingly for breakfast and dinner, sometimes cooked over an open fire. For a touch of romance and real adventure, it’s a winning combination.

Our view

Skybeds is a very simple concept that will not appeal to all – especially if you like walls to your rooms and a bit of luxury. But for those who want to combine a grassroots safari with a true wilderness experience, close to nature, this is a wonderful option. Sleeping under the star-laden sky, listening to the sounds of the African bush, is a magical experience. It's perfect for a couple seeking old-style romance but would also be great for small groups, who can have sole use of the camp.

Anton Walker

Anton Walker

Country manager: Botswana

Accommodation

3 tree houses

Children

Best for 15+

Open

1 Apr to 31 Oct

Activities

4WD Safari

4WD Safari

Birdwatching

Birdwatching

Guided walking safari

Guided walking safari

Helicopter

Helicopter

Night drive

Night drive

Private activities

Private activities

Sleeping under the stars

Sleeping under the stars

Traveller reviews of Skybeds

7 real, un-edited reviews from Expert Africa's travellers.


86%
7 reviews since August 2007
Excellent
3
Good
3
Average
1
Poor
0
Terrible
0
Mr & Mrs H-KfromEngland

Arrived 8 Jun 2024, 1 nights

"Skybeds review"

"setting is amazing.. stargazing and shooting stars over the bed …" Read Mr & Mrs H-K’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Good

Mr and Mrs WfromGLOS

Arrived 19 Oct 2022, 1 nights

"Skybeds review"

"...we didn't stay at sky beds due to the threat of rain. …" Read Mr and Mrs W’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs V.fromLeiden

Arrived 17 Oct 2022, 1 nights

"Skybeds review"

"...loved every minute of it...big game pass through camp ..Skybeds delivered! …" Read Mr & Mrs V.’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs FfromHants

Arrived 5 Sep 2019, 1 nights

"A unique experience"

"This was an experience not to be missed …" Read Mr & Mrs F’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs BfromNZ

Arrived 13 Jun 2019, 1 nights

"Moonlight Magic at Skybeds"

"Staying at Skybeds was an adventure! …" Read Mr & Mrs B’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Good

Ms J.fromLondon

Arrived 24 Sep 2018, 1 nights

"Interesting stay at Skybeds"

"I enjoyed seeing the elephants walk through the camp at about 2am …" Read Ms J.’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Good

Mr & Mrs TfromOxon

Arrived 4 Nov 2017, 1 nights

"A Night Under The Moon"

"We did have a genet behind our bed when we went up …" Read Mr & Mrs T’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Average

See all Skybeds reviews

Skybeds: Our full report

Skybeds lies deep within the varied 2,000km² Khwai Private Reserve, in the north-east corner of Botswana's ...

... Okavango Delta. But this is no ordinary camp. Opened in 2016, and renovated in 2019, it has accommodation on three-storey, tree-house style platforms open to the stars, just 70m or so from a well-used natural waterhole. Skybeds is a unique activity, offering guests an intimate opportunity to sleep under the stars.

It's important to note that Skybeds is available only to guests who first stay at one of its sister camps, Sable Alley Camp, Elephant Pan, Little Sable or Tuludi. All are in the same Khwai Private Reserve, which borders Moremi Game Reserve and Khwai Community Reserve to the south, and Chobe National Park to the east.

The area around Skybeds has a rich diversity of land- and waterscape, supporting an array of wildlife that you can see from many vantage points. There are seasonal waterholes and permanent channels, mopane woodland and riverine forests, with the occasional very tall ancient baobab.

Skybeds offers a very different safari experience to any other camp in Botswana. Each charmingly rustic tree house is a three-storey raised platform looking out over the wildlife-rich reserve. With just three of these, accommodating up to six adults, Skybeds offers seclusion and intimacy. As the platforms are well spaced out, each Skybed affords complete privacy, and there is a gate at the top of the first flight of stairs to keep out unwanted visitors. Your guide and camp hands sleep nearby, so you will not be alone!

Elevated 5m off the ground, and accessed by a wooden staircase, the top storey of your tree house is an open bedroom where you'll sleep under the stars in a four-poster bed draped with a mosquito net. Thick duvets and hot-water bottles will keep you warm at night, while electric storm lanterns provide a romantic ambience. Surrounding the sleeping area is a waist-high wall made from horizontal wooden poles, so you can enjoy the views from your bed, but do note that this is fairly low, so caution is needed, especially at night when lighting is dim.

On the level beneath your sleeping platform is an enclosed bathroom with a shower, basin and flushing toilet – and even enough space to change.

The Skybeds are open only in the dry winter season, from 1 April to 31 October, so there should be very little chance of rain. If it does happen to rain when you are there, they'll raise the canopy over your platform to keep everything dry, and they also have a dome tent on the ground as a contingency.

Skybeds' communal area occupies a fourth tree house, which is used for sundowners, and a central meeting point where guests can mingle. Enjoy a gin and tonic or simply something light and fresh, along with nibbles (on our first visit we had delicious home-made crisps and biltong), as you watch the animals – elephant, buffalo, roan, kudu, giraffe and more – come to quench their thirst at the nearby waterhole. Meals are prepared either over an open fire or in a simple bush kitchen, and everyone dines together at one long table, either close to the campfire, or up on the deck.

One of the camp's main features is the opportunity for good game viewing from the vantage point of your Skybed. Just settle down high up on your platform and watch kudu, roan and other antelope wander through camp, while – if you are lucky – larger species such as giraffe and the predators come to the waterhole. On our most recent visit in November 2019 we saw a healthy herd of approximately 30 eland. While we were unable to stay in November 2019 on a previous occasion we were entranced at sunrise by the sight of wild dogs at the waterhole below.

Spending a night at Skybeds is an activity in itself. To get here from one of its sister camps – Elephant Pan, Sable Alley, Little Sable and Tuludi. – you have two options: a leisurely afternoon game drive, or a drive combined with a guided walk with a qualified armed guide. Both usually involve a visit to the hide near Elephant Pan and their eye-level hide. Set alongside a pumped waterhole that comes into its own when natural water sources have dried up, this is an amazing place to spend an hour or two watching the animals at eye level, and a fantastic photo opportunity. We were entranced by a small herd of zebra, as well as a very thirsty elephant that was drinking directly from the pump: why wait for it to trickle into the waterhole?

Geographics

Location
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Ideal length of stay
We'd suggest a stay of one night at Skybeds, combined with two or three nights at one of its sister camps, Elephant Pan, Sable Alley, Little Sable or Tuludi.
Directions
It's a 35-minute flight from Maun to Khwai private airstrip, then a one–two-hour drive to your first night’s camp: Sable Alley Camp, Elephant Pan, Little Sable or Tuludi. From each of these camps, it is either a game drive or a combined game drive and walk to Skybeds.
Accessible by
Fly-and-Transfer

Food & drink

Usual board basis
Full Board & Activities
Food quality
When we first stayed at Skybeds, in October 2017, the food was wholesome and tasty, and entirely cooked over an open fire. By the time of our latest visits, in 2019, the camp had a small bush kitchen, and food can now be prepared on gas stoves as well.

Breakfast is usually a buffet of porridge, cereals and toast, with hot choices of eggs, bacon and sausage.

As you may only stay for one night at Skybeds, you'll have lunch back at your main camp: Elephant Pan, Sable Alley, Little Sable or Tuludi.

Dinner is a very sociable occasion. We enjoyed a tender beef stew with rice, green beans and carrots, followed by a lovely sticky date pudding.
Dining style
Group Meals
Dining locations
Outdoor Dining
Drinks included
Filtered drinking water is provided in reusable glass bottles. A small selection of soft drinks, local beers and spirits and a limited selection of (usually) South African red and white wines are included. Champagne and imported wines and spirits cost extra and need to be requested in advance.

Special interests

Wildlife safaris
Overlooking a waterhole in a private reserve, Skybeds is a superb place for a wildlife safari in Botswana. Watching wildlife from on high – even from your bed – or at eye-level from a sunken hide for a wholly different perspective makes this a special place to stay.
See ideas for Wildlife safaris in Botswana

Children

Attitude towards children
Skybeds welcomes children of 15 years and above.
Property’s age restrictions
Minimum age 15 years.
Special activities & services
None
Equipment
None
Generally recommended for children
For adventurous older children this could be a fun camp.
Notes
The camp is unfenced and dangerous wildlife wanders through fairly regularly. The Skybed platforms are raised high off the ground with relatively low wooden railings. All children would need to be closely supervised by their parents/guardians at all times.

Our travellers’ wildlife sightings from Skybeds

Since mid-2018, many of our travellers who stayed at Skybeds have kindly recorded their wildlife sightings and shared them with us. The results are below. Click an animal to see more, and here to see more on our methodology.

Elephant

100% success

Zebra

75% success

Eland

50% success

Wildebeest

50% success

Buffalo

25% success

Giraffe

25% success

Lion

25% success

Wild dog

25% success

Aardvark

0% success

Cheetah

0% success

Leopard

0% success

Pangolin

0% success

Roan antelope

0% success

Sable antelope

0% success

Spotted Hyena

0% success

Communications

Power supply notes
Battery charging facilities are in the game vehicle.

Communications
There is no cellphone reception, no direct phone or email. Communication is maintained with the other camps in the reserve via radio.
TV & radio
None
Water supply
Borehole
Water supply notes
There is hot and cold running water in the bathroom and a flush toilet.

Health & safety

Malarial protection recommended
Yes
Medical care
The nearest doctor is in Maun. Management and guides are first-aid trained and there is a nurse on call (via radio) 24 hours a day in Maun. Medical evacuation by air is available in case of emergency, but please note that it is only possible to fly out of camp during daylight hours, as the bush airstrips do not have any lighting at night.
Dangerous animals
High Risk
Security measures
Guests are escorted to their "rooms" after dark as dangerous wildlife is known to wander through the camp.
Fire safety
There are fire extinguishers in the kitchen and dining areas.

Activities

  • 4WD Safari

    4WD Safari

  • Birdwatching

    Birdwatching

  • Guided walking safari

    Guided walking safari

  • Helicopter

    Helicopter

  • Night drive

    Night drive

  • Private activities

    Private activities

  • Sleeping under the stars

    Sleeping under the stars

Extras

Disabled access
On Request
Laundry facilities
There is no laundry service at Skybeds.
Money
There are no safes at Skybeds, so any valuables would need to be left with the manager at either Sable Alley, Little Sable, Elephant Pan or Tuludi.
Accepted payment on location
Skybeds cannot accept payments, but there should be any need for paying for any extras here.

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When to go to Moremi Game Reserve

Our month by month guide: What it's like to visit Skybeds in Moremi Game Reserve


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Moremi Game Reserve in January

January is the height of the rainy season in Moremi Game Reserve. Evening showers and occasional thunderstorms cool the air, making temperatures more comfortable than the peak heat of October to December. Wildlife disperses across the landscape, but the Khwai River area still offers good sightings of lions and elephants.

January is also an exceptional time for birdwatching, with migratory species abundant and breeding activity in full swing. The lush greenery creates stunning photographic opportunities, while mokoro excursions allow for tranquil exploration of waterways. Despite the rain, Moremi’s diverse ecosystems, including mopane forests and waterways, offer unique wildlife viewing opportunities. Lower visitor numbers mean better rates at camps and lodges.

  • Warm with occasional heavy thunderstorms
  • Spectacular birdlife throughout the reserve
  • Wildlife dispersed in the floodplains and woodlands
  • Good availability in camps and lodges

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in January

Moremi Game Reserve in February

February in Moremi Game Reserve sees the wet season continue, with heavy evening rains and cooling temperatures. The reserve is green and vibrant, alive with insects, smaller animals, and many animals are raising their young. The Xakanaxa Lagoon area is particularly rich in wildlife diversity at this time.

While thicker vegetation makes spotting larger animals more challenging, patient observers may encounter leopards or antelope species. Birdwatching remains a highlight, with over 500 species, including many in colourful breeding plumage. High water levels make boat trips a wonderful way to explore the intricate waterways of the Delta. Visitor numbers are low, offering a more intimate safari experience and better availability at luxury camps.

  • Warm temperatures with some thunderstorms
  • Abundant birdlife, including breeding species
  • Wildlife raising young across the reserve
  • Game viewing improving in central areas
  • Low visitor numbers and good camp availability

Our view

This is not a great time to visit

Weather in February

Moremi Game Reserve in March

March marks the end of the rainy season, with fewer storms and more sunny days. The landscape remains lush, and wildlife activity increases as animals finish raising their young. This is an ideal time for photography, with the green scenery providing dramatic backdrops.

While thick vegetation can still make wildlife spotting challenging, patient observers may be rewarded with sightings of predators like lions and leopards, especially in the Khwai River area. Birdwatching continues to be exceptional, with many migratory species still present. Water-based activities like boat cruises offer unique perspectives on the delta's wildlife. With fewer visitors, March provides a quieter, more exclusive safari experience in Moremi’s mopane forests to expansive floodplains.

  • Variable weather, rains easing off with occasional thunderstorms
  • Many animals finishing raising their young
  • Excellent birdwatching and photography opportunities
  • Few visitors and lower rates in camps

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in March

Moremi Game Reserve in April

April in Moremi Game Reserve typically signals the end of the rainy season, with clearer skies and a vibrant green landscape. Night temperatures begin to drop, particularly in the southern areas of the reserve. Game viewing improves as vegetation starts to thin, making it easier to spot wildlife. This is also an excellent time for boat excursions, offering intimate encounters with aquatic wildlife and bird species.

Birdwatching remains highly rewarding, with many species still nesting or breeding. The Xakanaxa Lagoon area is especially rich in wildlife diversity during this period. With the shoulder season underway, visitors can enjoy better value at top camps. April strikes a wonderful balance of pleasant weather, diverse wildlife sightings, and fewer tourists.

  • Cooler evenings with occasional showers
  • Lush green landscapes after the rains
  • Improved predator-prey interactions
  • Quiet period with relatively low rates
  • Water levels rising - ideal for boat safaris

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in April

Moremi Game Reserve in May

May is one of the best months to visit Moremi Game Reserve. The annual floodwaters from Angola start to reach the Delta, creating ideal conditions for water-based safaris. Cooler mornings and evenings heighten predator activity, although tall grasses in some areas may still obstruct views.

The Khwai River and Chief’s Island are prime locations for spotting large herds of elephants and buffalo. Birdwatching remains excellent, with over 500 species recorded in the reserve. May is perfect for combining game drives and boat excursions, offering a diverse and rewarding safari experience. Clear, crisp evenings also provide outstanding stargazing opportunities. As shoulder season ends, value-conscious travellers should book early to secure availability at camps and lodges before peak rates apply.

  • Cool mornings and evenings with little rain
  • Game viewing improves as grasses thin
  • Increased predator activity in the reserve
  • Final month of shoulder season - rates still reasonable
  • Availability becomes limited as demand rises

Our view

A very good time to visit

Weather in May

Moremi Game Reserve in June

June marks the start of the dry season in Moremi Game Reserve. Mornings and evenings are cool, sometimes reaching freezing at night, while daytime temperatures rise to 25-30°C/77-86°F with clear skies. The air clarity is excellent for photography. As surface water diminishes, wildlife starts to congregate around remaining water sources.

Game viewing improves significantly throughout Moremi, but especially in the Khwai River area and around Xakanaxa Lagoon. June is perfect for night drives, which are possible in areas outside the reserve. Birdwatching remains excellent, with many water birds concentrated around permanent water bodies. With peak season approaching, many camps and lodges are becoming much busier and so booking well in advance is wise.

  • Warm days, cold nights in Moremi
  • Excellent conditions for wildlife photography
  • Animals congregating around water sources
  • Vegetation thinning, improving visibility
  • Peak season starts, rates increase

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in June

Moremi Game Reserve in July

July in Moremi Game Reserve offers cool mornings and evenings, combined with excellent game viewing. The thinning vegetation and concentration of wildlife around water sources make this one of the best months for safari experiences. The Khwai River area and Chief's Island are particularly rewarding, with high chances of spotting big cats and large herds of elephants and buffalo.

Water-based activities like motorboat cruises on the permanent waterways provide unique wildlife viewing perspectives. Birdwatching remains excellent, with large concentrations of water birds. July is ideal for photography, with clear skies and animals gathering at waterholes. Night drives offer opportunities to spot nocturnal species.

  • Comfortable days, cold nights in the reserve
  • Excellent game viewing as vegetation recedes
  • Khwai area becomes busy with visitors
  • Private concessions offer exclusive experiences
  • Peak season with high rates in most camps

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in July

Moremi Game Reserve in August

August is a popular time to visit Moremi Game Reserve, coinciding with peak safari season. Temperatures are generally cold at night and comfortable during the day, rising towards month-end. Wildlife congregates around remaining water sources, making game viewing exceptional.

The Khwai River area offers excellent predator sightings, though can be very busy with travellers. August is one of the best times to experience the delta floods at their peak, ideal for boating safaris. Birdwatching is rewarding, with large concentrations of water birds. The clear, dry conditions create spectacular sunsets and stargazing opportunities.

  • Dry, warm days and cool nights in Moremi
  • Fantastic wildlife watching, especially in the Delta
  • Okavango flood waters typically at their peak
  • Stargazing opportunities on clear nights
  • High rates and limited availability in camps

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in August

Moremi Game Reserve in September

September in Moremi Game Reserve sees warming daytime temperatures while nights remain cool. The dry conditions create a hazy atmosphere, resulting in stunning sunsets. Game viewing is excellent, with large numbers of elephants and buffalo congregating in the Khwai River area and around Xakanaxa Lagoon. Predator sightings are frequent, especially around water sources.

September is ideal for walking safaris and night drives, offering unique wildlife encounters outside the borders of the reserve. Birdwatching remains rewarding, with migrant birds beginning to return. Water-based activities provide close encounters with aquatic wildlife whilst the clear night skies offer excellent stargazing opportunities.

  • Warmer days, cool nights in the reserve
  • Prime month for wildlife viewing in Moremi
  • Large elephant herds visible near water
  • Hazy conditions create dramatic sunsets
  • Peak season rates, many lodges fully booked

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in September

Moremi Game Reserve in October

October is one of the hottest and driest months in Moremi Game Reserve. The lack of water and vegetation results in excellent big-game viewing, particularly around the remaining water sources. Water levels are lower, limiting some water-based activities, but concentrating wildlife for easier viewing.

October is excellent for walking safaris and night drives, both possible outside the park, which provide unique perspectives on the Okavango’s ecosystems. Birdwatching remains rewarding, with many migrant species arriving. The dry, hazy conditions create dramatic landscapes and stunning sunsets, ideal for photography. The most luxury provide comfortable and cool bases for exploring the reserve during this intense wildlife period.

  • Hot days, chance of rain late in the month
  • Excellent big game viewing opportunities
  • Water activities limited as flood waters recede
  • Last month of peak season in Moremi camps
  • Migratory birds begin to arrive in the reserve

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in October

Moremi Game Reserve in November

November usually marks the end of the dry season in Moremi Game Reserve, with increasing temperatures and humidity often culminating in the first rains. These short, heavy showers bring a flush of green to the landscapes. Wildlife begins to disperse as water becomes more available, but game viewing still remains very good.

November is fantastic for birdwatching, with the arrival of many migrant species. The first rains create spectacular skyscapes and rainbows, offering unique photographic opportunities. Water levels start to rise, gradually improving conditions for mokoro excursions. The prices at luxury camps reduce to shoulder-season levels, offering bargains for value-conscious travellers wanting to balance of wildlife viewing and comfort.

  • Hot days, sometimes humid in Moremi
  • Increasing likelihood of rain as month progresses
  • Wildlife less concentrated but still good viewing
  • Arrival of migratory birds enhances birdwatching
  • Shoulder season begins, rates become lower

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in November

Moremi Game Reserve in December

December in Moremi Game Reserve sees the continuation of the rainy season, bringing some relief to the high temperatures. While game viewing becomes more challenging as wildlife disperses, great sightings can still be had in key areas. The landscape transforms with lush vegetation, creating beautiful scenery. December is excellent for birdwatching, with migratory birds in full attendance and many species breeding.

The rejuvenated waterways enhance boat safari experiences, offering unique perspectives on the Delta's ecosystem. Afternoon thunderstorms create dramatic skies, perfect for landscape photography. Luxury camps offer lower season rates, providing excellent value for experiencing Moremi's diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes during this vibrant time of year.

  • Temperatures cooling from October-November highs
  • High chance of rain, usually short heavy storms
  • Birds in breeding plumage and often including migrants
  • Wildlife more dispersed
  • Low-season rates available in most camps

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in December

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