Savute

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Savute

Overview

Savute โ€“ Land of Predators and Drama

In the remote heart of northern Botswana, where ancient migration routes cross open plains and the Savute Channel defies natureโ€™s rules, Savute delivers one of Africaโ€™s most intense safari experiences. Famous for its raw wilderness and powerful predator action, Savute is where Camptrek Safaris guests witness nature at its most dramaticย  untamed, unpredictable, and deeply compelling.

Savute is renowned for its high concentration of lions, hyenas, leopards, and wild dogs, alongside large herds of elephants moving through the region. The landscape shifts between dry savannah and lush wetlands depending on the channelโ€™s flow, creating ever-changing wildlife patterns and unforgettable sightings. Game drives here are thrilling and immersive, offering front-row access to Africaโ€™s most gripping wildlife encounters.

Luxury in Savute is defined by isolation and authenticity. Exclusive lodges and intimate camps sit deep within the wilderness, offering refined comfort, expert guiding, and uninterrupted views of predator country. Camptrek Safaris curates bespoke journeys that balance adventure with eleganceย  from dawn game drives to evenings under star-filled skies.

Highlights

Exceptional Predator Sightings: Lions, hyenas, leopards, and wild dogs

 

Savute Channel Phenomenon: Rare, shifting waterway shaping wildlife movement

 

Elephant Migration Routes: Large seasonal herds crossing open plains

Camptrek VIP Experiences: Private game drives, expert trackers, exclusive lodges

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Places to Visit in Savute

Meru National Park

Siavonga & Lake Kariba

Segera โ€“ Laikipia

Madikwe Game Reserve

Ol Jogi โ€“ Laikipia

Gishwati-Mukura National Park

Okavango Delta

Where to Stay in Savute

Sarova Mara Game Camp

Hotel in Kenya

One&Only Nyungwe House

Hotel in Nyungwe Forest National Park

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

Hotel in Kenya

Little Makalolo Camp

Hotel in Hwange National Park

Nimali Tarangire

Hotel in Tanzania

Asila Olpejeta Bush Camp

Hotel in Ol Pejeta โ€“ Laikipia

Four Seasons Zanzibar

Hotel in Tanzania

The Oyster Box-Durban

Hotel in Durban

Hรดtel des Mille Collines

Hotel in Kigali

Lush Private Lodge

Hotel in Pilanesberg National Park

When to Visit Savute

May โ€“ October: Dry season with peak predator activity and excellent game viewing

November โ€“ April: Greener landscapes, dramatic skies, and fewer visitors for a quieter luxury safari

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Meet Our Luxury Travel Specialists

John Njoroge

Director Camptrek Safaris

Africa Travel Specialist

25+ Years Experience

Carine Muzana

Lead Travel Advisor โ€“ Gorilla Trekking (Rwanda & Uganda)

Eastern Africa Travel Specialist

15+ Years Experience

Lucy Kagure

Africa Travel Specialist

Africa Travel Specialist

5+ Years Experience

Margaret Nyambura

Africa Travel Specialist

Eastern Africa Travel Specialist

5+ Years Experience

Rose Khasiala

Africa Travel Specialist

Eastern Africa Travel Specialist

5+ Years Experience

Augustine Mwaura

Africa Travel Specialist

Africa Travel Specialist

3+ Years Experience

Kennedy Mwangi

IT Systems & Technology Lead

Africa Travel Specialist

7+ Years Experience

Simon Seno

Business Development Lead

Southern Africa Travel Specialist

5+ Years Experience

Benson Wainaina

Safari Guide & Driver

Africa Travel Specialist

15+ Years Experience

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