Kings Pool Camp is located in the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, a private reserve in the Linyanti / Savuti Channel area in the northern part of Botswana, on the western boundary of Chobe National Park. The source of the Savuti Channel is within this private reserve. The camp overlooks the oxbow-shaped Kings Pool Lagoon and the Linyanti River to the north.

Kings Pool Lagoon was apparently named after a Scandinavian monarch who spent a number of nights camping out on the banks of the lagoon, long before the camp was built here. The Linyanti area has a large wildlife resource with a wide variety of species, but it is most noted for its very large Elephant population, which can reach enormous densities during our winter months.

Camp Description

• In the Linyanti Game Reserve, adjacent to Chobe National Park in the extreme Northern portion of Botswana
• Large dining room, pub and lounge under thatch, deck on stilted platforms
• Walkways connect the tents to the main living areas
• Each Tent has its own plunge pool
• Curio shop
• Slide projector available
• Picnics on drive offered allowing for all day excursions
• Main Swimming pool
• Camp hide with underground hides near the camp

Insider's Guide:

• Terrific game viewing
• Some of the most luxurious accommodation in Botswana
• Lots of predators, plains animals, and birds
• Special underground hides for viewing animals

Accommodation is probably the most luxurious in all of Botswana. There are nine tented rooms under cool thatch, overlooking the hippo filled lagoon in front of the camp. Each of the suites has its own large bedroom area, lounge, private plunge pool and a sala. Each en-suite bathroom has two showers, two hand basins and a separate flush toilet. There is an outdoor shower for those who prefer to shower under the stars. The main area is linked to the bedrooms by a raised walkway to allow animals to wander freely around the camp.

Accommodation

• Nine super luxury tented rooms
• Plunge pool in each unit
• Bathrooms all en-suite, showers inside tent and also outdoors
• Brick and thatch bathroom tiled walls and floor
• Separate flush toilet
• Luxury tents on raised decks overlooking the surrounding plains
• Views from tents of lagoon year round
• Veranda in front of tent
• Fan
• Soaps, shampoos and insect repellents are supplied in each tent
• Sala in each tent
• Living area in each tent
• Location: Along the raised wooden walkway
• Layout: Bedroom, living room area, bathroom, deck, plunge pool, and sala

Large dining room, pub and lounge under thatch roof all on a deck on stilted platforms. All meals and drinks are included in the nightly tariff, with the exception of premium wines & champagne, and premium liqueurs & spirits.

Dining

• The dining room, pub and living area overlook the open plain in front of the camp
• Meals are often had at a large table so guests interact with each other
• Brunch is served after the morning game drive
• Dinner is a three course meal served after the afternoon/evening game drive
• Drinks are often had at the fire after dinner
• Boma for dining under the stars
• Private dinners available on the deck

There are good populations of Impala, Lechwe, Kudu, Zebra, Giraffe, Sable, Waterbuck, Buffalo and the smaller plains antelope. The major predators such as Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Wild Dog and Hyaena are regularly sighted. The reed and papyrus swamps are ideal for numerous and diverse species of birds and are a magnet for game in the dry winter months.

Highlights of this camp include the amazing sounds of the wildlife all around, as well as two hides. One is located at the western end of the camp, where guests can spend a siesta watching game come down to drink. The other is an underground hide, with the water at eye-level - seeing elephant feet and trunks almost within touching distance while safely inside is an experience that transcends that of an ordinary safari.

Elephant are found all year round but peak roughly from May till late Oct. Lion are seen regularly and it is a good area for Leopard and Wild Dogs. Plains game is good year round but peaks in the dry months. Excellent birding especially Carmine Bee-eaters in summer. Great hippo and game viewing on the lagoon in front of camp.

Game Drives

• Game drives in open 4 x 4 Land Rovers accommodating a maximum six guests (in the 10 seat vehicles), allowing all guests an outside seat and great views
• Night drives
• Walking safaris
• Some of the best elephant viewing, anywhere
• Underground hides for up-close game viewing during break time

SAMPLE DAILY ACTIVITY SCHEDULE

Below is a sample of what to expect at camp - Daily wildlife sightings can easily change the schedule.

Summer/Winter

5:00/6:00 - Wake up call, light continental breakfast consisting of cereal, tea/coffee/juices and pastries served in the dining area.

5:30/6:30 - Depart on morning game drive. Drive in an open 4x4 Land Rover. A maximum of 6 people are allowed in the 10 seater Land Rovers.

10:00/11:00 - Return to camp - Brunch is served and consists of a range of breakfast and lunch dishes. From this point until afternoon tea, guests are free to do what they wish. Many guests enjoy a dip in the excellent pool, request an afternoon guided walk, or simply relax and enjoy the views.

3:30/4:00 - Afternoon tea is served - this consists of a selection of sweet and savory snacks.

4:30 - Depart on afternoon game drive - drinks and snacks will be served while enjoying the beautiful sunset.

8:00/7:30 - Pre-dinner drinks and snacks will be served at the pub. The dining room, pub and living room area overlook the open plain in front of the camp.

8:30/8:00 - Three course dinner - generally speaking the appetizer and dessert are served, while the main course is buffet style.

9:30/9:00 - Coffee and liqueurs will be served at the camp fire. Cigars are available.

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