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Even amongst the most discerning of travellers, the Linyanti Channel is fast becoming Botswana’s most sought-after wildlife haven. Nestled between the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park, Linyanti is a rich yet diverse ecosystem that is fed by a permanent river flow. At the core of this wildlife haven is Linyanti Ebony, this intimate camp is made up of just four tents making it perfect for a more private and family orientated safari lodge experience. A unique place where you can embrace the “digital detox” and slip into the rhythm of an authentic and game-filled safari experience.
1 hour flight from Maun International Airport or a 35 minute flight from Kasane International Airport landing at Saile Airstrip with a 40 minute game drive transfer to camp or Landing at Savute Airstrip in the rainy season with a 2 hour game drive from, the airstrip to camp.
Rooms
Linyanti Ebony exudes a sense of charm and is built on raised wooden decks which overlooks the Linyanti Marshlands. Being in a remote area, the camp is designed to blend in with its natural surroundings with 4 traditional Meru-styled tents. The family tent consists of 2 interleading rooms, making the camp ideal for both families and groups seeking an authentic safari experience. The main area encompasses an expansive lounge and dining area, sparkling plunge pool, cosy fire circle and boma; the perfect place to strengthen family ties on your Chobe safari.
There are a variety of ways to explore the area, including morning and afternoon game drives and walking safaris, or nature walks for children under 16yrs. When water levels allow explore the Linyanti wetlands on a mokoro. And, if staying 3 nights or more, take to the skies and take in the beauty of the area and its wildlife with a complementary helicopter safari.
Family Tent – 1 room
The spacious two-bedroom family tent has a self-contained lounge area and private deck looking out over the wetlands plus, a spacious en-suite bathroom that features a shower and roll-top bath. Larger family groups or parties of friends travelling together can reserve Linyanti Ebony exclusively with a minimum of eight people.
Luxury Tents – 3 rooms
The tents have comfortable beds, and en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets, fixed showers and hot water.
Facilities
Activities
Game Drives
Morning, afternoon and night game drives are offered in open 4×4 vehicles. Linyanti is best known for it’s large populations of elephant and buffalo that congregate in vast numbers especially during the dry season.
Lead by one of our experienced guides, you’ll see magnificent wildlife indigenous to the area. Your guide will show you the hidden spots best for game viewing and give you an insider’s knowledge. With years of experience our African Bush Camps guides are known for being some of the best in the business.
Our private concessions allow for game drives after the sun has set. Experience the bush when elusive nocturnal wildlife awakens to hunt, forage and live their lives under the cover of darkness.
Walking Safaris
Awaken your senses and discover all that the bush has to offer when taking part in a walking safaris. Guided walking safaris are for guests 16 years and older and are led by our qualified and passionate walking guides who share their knowledge and love of the bush.
For a full day walking safari, a private walking guide will need to be pre-booked with us.
With the dry vegetation between May and October, walking safaris are a fantastic and exciting way to experience the area. Since your safety is our first priority, walking safaris are usually conducted when the bush is not too thick and our guides are armed at all times.
Bird Watching
The area offers spectacular birding throughout the year. With it’s mixed habitats comes a good variety of bird species. Linyanti birding is one of the biggest attractions on an Okavango safari.
Mokoro Safaris
Traditionally, the Mokoro was the only form of transport through the waterways. Sail through the rivers and tributaries with our River Guides in a dugout canoe, savouring those moments of peace, and encounter an incredible variety of wildlife along the way.
Unlike the traditional Mokoros which are made from indigenous trees, to conserve the environment we model our Mokoros out of fiberglass. Mokoro Safaris are available when water levels permit.
Scenic Helicopter Flight (Seasonal)
A half-hour scenic helicopter flight is included when you stay 3 nights or more at Linyanti Bush Camp from April to November. Experience the pristine wilderness from a bird’s-eye vantage before you land for a picnic in the middle of the marshes.
