Selinda Camp

Selinda Camp draws you into one of Botswana’s most remote wildlife areas, set on the banks of the Selinda Spillway. The camp is carefully crafted around existing trees and inspired by elephants and earth elements. Elephants are woven into the design, from the life-sized skull sculptures at the entrance to the art, textures and stories that follow you through the camp.

Selinda invites you to explore with intent, whether you’re tracking wildlife on open-vehicle game drives, reading the bush on guided walks, or following the Spillway by boat when water levels allow. You might watch bull elephants feeding on water lilies, follow the famous Selinda lion pride, look for leopard, hippo and wild dog or pause for the many bird species that thrive here. Between activities, settle into a massage on your deck, enjoy the camp’s spa area or linger over an interactive small-plate dining experience with the chef.

With only three suites, Selinda Camp keeps the experience intimate. Each suite opens onto a generous private veranda with outdoor seating and its own pool, giving you space to settle in between drives. Thatch and salvaged wood bring a cosy, old-world charm, while carved wooden doors and deep brass claw-foot baths add a more regal touch. Comfort is built in with indoor showers, double vanities, air-conditioning, a writing desk and a tea and coffee station. Thoughtful extras like complimentary camera equipment and binoculars make it easy to capture the wild details around you. 

*For family travel: Children aged six and older are welcome.