Machaba Camp

Highlights

Khwai wildlife on game drives
The Khwai River views from Machaba Camp
Large family tents
Full day safaris into the Moremi Game Reserve
Mokoro excursions depending on water levels
Exceptional night drive safaris
Visits to the local community and village

Highlights

Lodge type; Safari Camp
Location; Khwai Concession
Lodge size; 10 Tented Suites
Recommended stay; 3-7 nights

Classic Safari Camp Is Located In The Khwai Concession; Machaba Is All About Wildlife

Machaba Camp is built in the classic 1950s safari style and, more importantly, is situated in the game-rich Khwai Private Reserve and Concession, comprising no less than 35 000 hectares of some of the best wildlife and birdlife in Botswana.

Independently owned and run, a stay at Machaba Camp will appeal to both the seasoned safari traveller and those for who a safari experience is new. It is from one's private tented suites or the main central guest areas that one can view superb wildlife and birdlife without leaving the camp.

Lion, leopard, wild dog, cheetah, Cape buffalo, giraffe, hippo, and elephant are just a few of the wildlife species found in this Private Reserve that borders the Moremi Game Reserve.

Game drives, Mokoro and walking safaris are part and parcel of one's stay. Machaba Camp is unpretentious, authentic and, more importantly, affordable.

Rooms And Suites

Ten stunning and luxuriously appointed tented suites at Machaba are positioned on the edge of a sycamore-fig treeline overlooking the Khwai River and Moremi Game Reserve.

Each of the camp suites comprises a writing desk, a small sitting area and, of course, comfortable bedding in either twin or king-size guise. The en-suite bathroom offers up both indoor and outdoor shower options, his and her wash hand basins and a flushing toilet.

The covered veranda in front of each Machaba tented suite has a table and chairs for one to sit on while viewing all that surrounds.

A maximum of 24 guests at any one time in camp
8x Luxury Tents
2x Family Luxury Tents (sleeps 4x per suite)

Cuisine And Wine

Meals comprise a mixture of local flavours combined with good old home-style cooking, no matter the time of day.

The team in the kitchen, comprising of both chefs and cooks, are all from Botswana and have all been in the hospitality industry for years and years. A team that prepares only the best from the best by the best.

Over the course of one's stay, the team at Machaba Camp will try to vary the dining experiences as much as possible (weather and season dependent, of course).

Camp Facilities

The tented central guest area at camp offers up an indoor dining area and lounge area with an extensive collection of reading material. The entire camp is built at ground level, making this one the few wheelchair-friendly camps in Botswana.

Outdoors at Machaba, there is an open sitting and dining area as well as a swimming pool (with loungers) for those hot summer days.

The entire central guest area overlooks the Okavango Delta bushveld with her wildlife and birdlife on show.

Safari Activities

There is a variety of Machaba safaris and activities available at Machaba Camp, all of which offer guests a unique and memorable wildlife experience. Morning and afternoon/ evening game drives are the most popular options, providing the opportunity to see a variety of wildlife in their natural habitat.

Walking safaris are also available; these are guide-dependent; please, if interested, pre-book a walking option.

Mokoros (traditional dugout canoes) safaris are a fun and interesting way to explore the waterways around the camp and provide an up-close view of the wildlife that lives there.

Visits to the local community are also possible and offer a fascinating glimpse into traditional life in Botswana.

Finally, don't forget to experience a night drive after dinner - this is definitely an activity not to be missed!

Family Friendly

Children of all ages are most welcome at Machaba Camp, although one must book a private vehicle if the kids under six will be participating in game drives.

No babysitting facilities are available. This is a Malaria area; precautions are recommended for both you and the children.

Spa and Wellness

Treatments and massages are offered in the comfort of one's own tented suites or private verandah. A small yet professional spa therapist team will cater to your every wish, all the while being surrounded by the sights and sounds of the surrounding bushveld.

In Conclusion

If you're looking for an authentic and affordable safari experience in Botswana, look no further than Machaba Camp.

With ten luxuriously appointed tented suites, delicious home-style cooking, and a variety of safari activities available, Machaba Camp will provide you with a memorable wildlife experience. There's something for everyone at Machaba Camp and the Khwai Private Reserve, from game drives and walking safaris to visits to the local community.

Children are welcome at the camp, making it the perfect destination for families.

So what are you waiting for? Book your safari at Machaba Camp in the Khwai today!

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