Sable Alley
Highlights
- World-class game viewing
- Lion, leopard, elephant and buffalo sightings
- Day and evening game drives
- Dugout canoe and game walk safaris
- Private and exclusive safari experience
- That Okavango Delta honeymoon suite = wow
Information
- Camp type; Safari Camp
- Location; Khwai Area
- Camp size; 12 tented suites
- Recommended stay; 3-7 nights
A Luxury Safari Getaway With Mokoro Adventures And Walking Safaris Await You At Sable Alley
Staying at Sable Alley Camp in the Khwai is a world-class safari destination that offers visitors an unforgettable safari and wildlife experience. Located in the Khwai Private Reserve, it is teeming with wildlife and birdlife-rich floodplains, forests and waterways.
A range of activities for those who want to explore the African bushveld. Options include day and evening game drives, mokoro adventures and walking safari options. Each activity can be tailored to meet individual needs so everyone can maximise their time in the Khwai.
Twelve tented suites offer breathtaking views of the surrounding reserve while providing a perfect place for honeymooners or couples seeking romance.
The Khwai Private Reserve is also profoundly committed to benefitting its local community.
With superb game viewing opportunities and a commitment to helping locals, the Khwai offers an unmissable African experience that any wildlife enthusiast will remember for years.
Reserve Information
The Khwai Private Reserve is a tourism spot in the Okavango Delta area of Botswana. The reserve is roughly 8000 hectares in size, and it shares borders with the Moremi Game Reserve located to the south and the Chobe National Park situated to the northeast.
The reserve comprises many ecosystems, ranging from lush floodplains and grasslands to ebony forests and crystal-clear waterways.
The Khwai is home to abundant wildlife, including elephant, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, lion, leopard, wild dog and cheetah, and numerous species of birds and reptiles.
Khwai Private Reserve has been managed since 2005 by conservation experts who use sustainable practices to preserve its biodiversity for future generations. This makes it one of Africa's premier safari destinations where visitors can get close to nature without compromising preservation efforts.
Rooms And Suites
Sable Alley Camp offers guests luxurious and stylish accommodations in twelve tented suites. Each suite is spacious, with 600 square feet of private space, and includes sliding doors that open onto wooden decks, which offer views of the lagoon.
The suites are decorated with an Afro-chic design and feature a variety of amenities, such as a luxurious en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor shower options.
The camp has nine twin suites with beds that can be converted into king-size upon request. There is also one honeymoon suite for couples celebrating their special occasions and two family-tented suites to accommodate larger groups or families.
Cuisine And Wine
Sable Alley is renowned for its delicious cuisine and exquisite selection of wines. With a dedicated team of chefs, the menu consists of fresh international dishes with a uniquely African twist.
You can choose to have dinner inside or outside on the deck at night, where you can enjoy the beautiful African stars and listen to the surrounding wildlife in the bushveld.
All meals are well prepared using only the freshest and local produce available and are all simply delicious no matter the time of day.
Guests can enjoy fantastic food in a unique atmosphere with breathtaking bushveld views while savouring some of South Africa's finest wines.
Camp Facilities
The communal areas have raised wooden decks designed to offer spectacular views. These areas include indoor and outdoor dining spaces, a lounge, and a bar that are all adorned with beautiful earthly fabrics and furnishings.
Throughout the day and night, many different types of wildlife can be spotted at the waterhole situated in front of the camp.
The central guest area also sports a stunning swimming pool with sundeck; from here, spot wildlife or relax in the heat of a Botswana day.
There is no WiFi or cell phone reception at the camp.
Safari Activities
Sable Alley Camp offers a wide variety of safari activities that will provide guests with the perfect African adventure.
During the morning and evening game drives, visitors can spot a fantastic array of wildlife, including plains game, giraffes, zebra, elephants, lions, buffalos and possibly leopards if you are lucky.
To get even closer to nature and experience it from a different perspective, guests can also go on guided game walks along the banks of the Khwai River with one of the experienced and knowledgeable guides.
The camp also offers dugout canoes (mokoro) and boating safaris, which are available depending on the water levels.
Family Friendly
Sable Alley is the perfect destination for families looking to experience a wildlife-filled safari adventure. With age restrictions of no children under six years, it allows parents and guardians to enjoy their time in the African bush.
Your family can explore the diverse wildlife and landscapes of the African bush in a safe environment. Enjoy game drives with experienced guides, learn about conservation efforts, family tents and discover the secret hideaways that make this safari camp so special.
In Conclusion
Sable Alley Camp in the Khwai Private Reserve is a world-class safari destination that offers an unforgettable experience for any wildlife enthusiast.
With its spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, delicious cuisine and exquisite wines, the camp provides everything you need to make your African adventure special.
From day and evening game drives to mokoro adventures and walking safaris, there are plenty of activities on offer so everyone can maximise their time in this great wilderness area.
Whether you are looking for romance or fun with the family – Sable Alley is just what you are looking for!
Rates form part of a safari itinerary
Sable Alley Rates
Per person per night sharing
Rates are in US Dollars (US$)
*Rates may vary according to season
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Local drinks
- Activities (NB some activities at an extra surcharge)
- Local and International Flights
- Transfers
- Premium brand beverages
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance
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