Machaba Camp

Machaba Camp is a traditional style camp nestling in the game-rich Khwai area of Botswana. The Khwai Concession is a 35 000-hectare reserve located in the northeastern section of the world-famous Okavango Delta, and it shares its westerly border with the Moremi Game Reserve.

Nestled in a riverine tree line, Machaba Camp offers privacy, spectacular river views and excellent food ­– enveloped in a layer of warm hospitality.

Should you wander away from the comfort of camp you can spot a wealth of land and water-based wildlife.

Machaba Safaris combines the authenticity of the past, the comforts of today and a future-thinking eco-awareness.

Our camps feature iconic canvas tents, cooling plunge pools and communal bars and dining areas and reading nooks.

We consciously forgo certain conveniences like hairdryers and air-con and rely on alternative energy to lighten our load on the planet.

The name Machaba is the local Setswana name for the Sycamore Fig Tree, the tree of life. Machaba Camp is independently owned and run and is aimed at the affordable luxury travel markets across the world, offering great value for money and a unique classical safari experience.

Machaba Camp will appeal to the novice safari guest as well as to the seasoned safari traveller.

The camp is built in the classic 1950’s style, with luxury safari tents, en suite bathrooms and living areas, not forgetting the romantic outdoor showers.

All the tents are situated on ground level and the pathways to the tents meander between the large riverine trees.

Accommodation at Machaba Camp Botswana

There are 8 Luxury Tents and 2 Family Suites at Machaba Camp in Botswana.

Each tent is equipped with, amongst other things, a romantic, outdoor shower where guests can be in tune with the wild.

Each luxury tent at Machaba also has a large deck where guests can enjoy the outdoors and watch plains game roam close by.

Dining at Machaba Camp Botswana

Our food offering is designed to enhance your whole bush experience by bringing locally sourced ingredients from nearby farmers onto your plate.

Keeping the offering authentic and simple, nourishing and tasteful, we look to tantalise your taste buds to give you the best Botswana and Zimbabwe have to offer.

Combining authentic meals with breath-taking views and genuine African hospitality allows you to indulge in a wholesome culinary journey in the unique landscapes.

Our local chefs continuously deliver fare that will delight your palate offering you a choice of options throughout the day.

We have the facilities to offer Kosher meals at some of our camps on request.

While there may be some constraints due to our remote locations, please get in touch to learn more about how we can assist in making your stay more comfortable and respectful of your needs.

What to Pack for your Safari.

Clothing on safari should be comfortable, and colours should blend in with nature as much as possible.

Beige, greens, browns, tan and khaki coloured clothing is advisable.

Evening dress is ‘smart casual’, no formal wear required.

Year Round

Layers – the best way to dress on safari, due to fluctuating temperatures.

We recommend cotton.

Long sleeves and trousers will protect from both sun and insects.

Fleece/warm sweater or warm jacket for morning and evening game drives

Hat – broad brimmed for protection against the sun.

Sunglasses – dark ones to cut the glare.

Light cotton shirts and T-shirts; Blouses or shirts.

Shorts, trousers and chinos.

Shoes – good, comfortable sturdy closed shoes/ boots and socks for walking.

Flip flops/thongs for use in outdoor showers.

Sunblock, insect repellent and lip salve.

Binoculars – each person should have their own so as not to miss out on any sightings.

Camera with spare batteries, memory sticks, film, and the correct charging apparatus.

Safari at Machaba Camp Botswana

Safari is the Swahili word for journey.

And a safari with Machaba in Africa is a journey of such natural splendour that your world view will be changed forever.

Pristine locations and unforgettable activities hosted by a team with years of experience delivering ultimate safari experiences, and an instinct for making guests feel at home while being immersed in the magical African wilderness.