Red Lechwe Safari: Day-by-day

Tuludi opened in July 2019, and stands in the 200,000 hectare Khwai Private Reserve, bordering Botswana's Moremi Game Reserve to the south, and Chobe National Park to the east. Floodplains dotted with riverine forests stretch as far as the eye can see: the camp is set to have the most spectacular views.

When we visited the building site in March 2019 we absolutely loved what we saw. Tuludi is going to be beautiful, offering stunning Okavango Delta scenery and luxury accommodation, and if it's anything like its sister camps Sable Alley and Hyena Pan, the staff will be friendly and attentive, and guides and camp management will be very good too.

"Lovely camp. Very good food. All the staff were very friendly & helpful."

Mrs C.fromMilton Keynes

Arrived 3 Nov 2022, 3 nights

We have high hopes for it doing well in the future - so watch this space. See our full report on Tuludi

From the moment you arrive at Shinde, just minutes from the bush airstrip, it's clear you're in good hands. The team here is one of the most long-standing in the Delta, united in their welcoming approach and their understanding of the environment.

And it's an intrinsically beautiful environment: the tree-shaded camp looking out over open plains, backed by a mosaic of channels. As the dry season progresses, wildlife – both predators and prey – is drawn to the plains, creating a near-Arcadian spectacle. Less visible are some of the aquatic species, though the lucky few may spot the sitatunga. And the birdlife in this part of the Delta is a must.

Exploration – in the hands of a team of experienced guides – is there for the asking, on game drives day and night, motorboat excursions, gentle mokoro trips or on foot. Unusually, options are limited only by your energy – so if you're up for three activities a day, go for it.

"Shinde was first class..he guide was extremely competent and knowledgable. "

Mrs C.fromLondon

Arrived 20 Jun 2024, 3 nights

Alternatively, settle back and watch from the comfort of your traditional tented chalet, or the multi-level structure that culminates in an open-sided dining room up in the trees. Or add a touch of hedonism and make for the pool – with a view, of course. See our full report on Shinde Camp

A safari camp that houses a national museum has to be worth exploring – and it is! In fact, it’s just one of many features that makes Jack’s Camp unique.

Rising from the seemingly barren Makgadikgadi Pans, Jack’s looms over its surroundings like an oasis in the desert – epitomised by a circular Bedouin tent where afternoon tea is served to guests seated on low-slung chairs and scatter cushions.

While this may feel eclectic, the rest of the camp has more of a traditional safari style – albeit one whose lounge and dining area is housed in large, marquee-style tents built on raised wooden platforms.

Inside, Persian rugs offset old mahogany furniture, surrounded by artefacts from as far afield as Morocco and Ethiopia, interspersed with feathers, ostrich eggs and more. Photos, maps and diagrams adorn the walls; an extensive library features that national museum collection.

Despite the grandeur, comfort is never far away – in relaxed seating, oversized four-poster beds, hot-water bottles between the sheets on cold nights, a firepit and a cooling pool. Even the toilets are fashioned as thrones.

"A special place with remarkable experiences. More wildlife than we had expected."

R&HfromGuildford

Arrived 24 Jun 2022, 2 nights

From visiting families of meerkats to seeking out lions, Bushman walks to spotlit night drives, horseriding to quadbiking, activities are many and various. But for some, the star of the show is Jack’s itself. See our full report on Jack's Camp