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Looking for a truly unique way to spend time in the bush? Then look no further than our fabulous Skybeds, located deep within the Khwai Private Reserve. As the name suggests, this is no ordinary safari camp. Each “room” is actually a three-story raised platform, overlooking the wildlife-spotted plains of Khwai. Charmingly rustic yet perfectly stylish, you’ll find a bathroom with flushing loo on the first floor, a dressing area, and the ultimate cherry on the top floor, an enormous double bed, draped in white linens and a feather duvet and completely open to the stars.
With such spectacular skies overhead, you could be forgiven for forgetting about what’s happening down below. But keep one eye on the ground, for the Skybeds overlook a busy waterhole. In one night we’ve seen wild dog, lion, elephant and hyena – and that’s just the beginning. So, whilst we can’t guarantee you’ll get much sleep, we can guarantee one of the wildest and most wonderful safari experiences you’ll ever have.
• Skybeds accepts children 12 years and older.
• Skybed: a max of two adults and one child sharing per Skybed. The child will be accommodated on a bed roll.
• Children are not to be left alone on the Skybeds and should be under adult supervision at all times.
• Skybeds accommodates a maximum of 6 guests
Rooms
Sleeping under the stars in the heart of the bush isn’t something you do every day, and we wanted to keep the experience as exclusive as possible. After all, it’s not quite the same with 100 people snoring next to you. As a result, there are only three Skybeds sleeping a total of six people, and, just as importantly, each one is perfectly private from the next.
The Skybeds are no ordinary camp bedrooms. You’ll be sleeping high above the plains, raised two stories off the ground, and quite literally metres from a mammal-dominated waterhole. The upper platform is your alfresco bedroom, complete with bed and mosquito net. The snuggest of duvets will keep you warm when the temperature tumbles and we’ve even got hot water bottles to keep you extra toasty. The bathroom is on the second-floor level with an enclosed shower, flushing loo, and private changing area.
The Skybeds aren’t a white-gloved, linen-table clothed sort of place and good, wholesome food is served around the campfire or on the dedicated dining platform, accompanied by the wandering wildlife, the sounds of the night, and a crisp G&T.
We may have injected a good dose of romance into the Skybeds, but that doesn’t mean they’re only for couples. Small groups can book the camp on an exclusive basis (that’s what we call a party!), and we welcome families with older children but regret that we cannot accept children under 12. If you’re embarking on a multi-day Natural Selection safari, add in a night at the Skybeds for a change of pace and scene.
Skybed – 3 Rooms
This elevated deck experience is 5 meters off the ground with a double bed, surrounded by mosquito nets. The tower includes a dressing room with shower, basin and toilet.
Please note that there is no electricity at SkyBeds
Facilities
Skybeds has a dining platform, from which guests can enjoy sundowners, dinner and drinks. There is also a campfire for morning tea and coffee, and sundowners in the evening.
Activities
Underground Hide
Our ground level hide, en-route to the Skybeds, gives a new perspective on the area’s wildlife. The hide provides spectacular photographic opportunities.
Game Drives
Your transfer to the Skybeds will be a game drive experience, whether that is from your chosen camp of Sable Alley or Hyena Pan.
