4 Nights Tuskers to Xobega

Tuskers Bush Camp lies in the Kwatale Conservancy, occupying the pristine area between Nxai Pan National Park in the east and Moremi Game Reserve in the west. It encompasses 365 000 hectares of mopane woodland, acacia thornveld, plus the northern tip of the Botswana Kalahari, making this exclusive tract of land ideal for game drives.

6 Meru-style canvas safari tents are located between the evergreen mopane trees, looking out into the veld and offering guests seclusion and privacy during their stay. En suite bathrooms comply with the sustainable construction of the camp, with heated bucket showers and eco bush toilets.

The main dining tent, boma, and bar overlook a waterhole, and the free-flow of animals around the unfenced camp creates a wild and untamed ambience throughout. Tuskers is a true canvas bush camp with added luxuries and an emphasis on its sublime location.

It is important to note that Tuskers is only accessible in a 4x4 vehicle and the driver should have some 4x4 experience. Botswana's park roads can be challenging with varying amounts of thick sand, as well as deep pools of water during the rainy season.

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Bar-lounge in the Tuskers main camp area Credit: Daniel Dugmore Bar-lounge in the Tuskers main camp area

View from Tuskers Bush Camp Lounge Credit: Em Gatland There are often elephants at the waterhole in front of camp

Tents at Tuskers Bush Camp Credit: Em Gatland Wooden doors on canvas tents

An evening under the stars at the Tuskers baobab bush dinner Credit: Em Gatland An evening under the stars at the Tuskers baobab bush dinner

Wildlife in Front of Tents Credit: Em Gatland The rooms have a view of wildlife and the waterhole

Sundowners at the Pan Credit: Em Gatland We always have a sundowner session at the pan

Meru-style Safari Tents

6 Meru-style safari tents are individually positioned between the trees, offering privacy and tranquil views of the wilderness to a maximum of 8 guests. Tall mopane trees provide shade throughout the camp, while each tent has a canvas overhang in front to create a shaded verandah.

Each tent sleeps two people and has an en suite bathroom with a bucket shower, eco-toilet, and simple bathroom vanity complete with complimentary soap, shampoo and lotion for added comforts.

A drop-down canvas flap can be closed between the bathroom and bedroom to offer privacy, while the windows and front entrance of the tent are shielded with bug-proof mesh screens and canvas flaps.

Property Facilities

Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary)

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, En-Suite

Services

Airport Shuttle (Available)

Xobega Island Camp is a piece of paradise in the great water wonderland that is the Okavango Delta. Just off the mainland of Moremi Game Reserve, Xobega (or Gcobega) Island is ideally located and easily accessible for self-drivers coming from Mankwe Bush Lodge, and what it offers can’t be beaten.

A bird-lover’s paradise, and an adventurer’s dream, Xobega has 10 light Mery-style canvas tents equipped with twin stretcher beds and en suite, open-air bathrooms. Everything about this camp is eco-friendly, from the solar-power, to bucket showers, and chemical toilets.

Guests arrive at the tree-filled island via boat and are welcomed to this simple safari. Hippos rule the waters around the island, lions are heard across the water, and a Pel’s fishing owl takes up residence in the trees.

It is important to note that Xobega Island is only accessible in a 4x4 vehicle and the driver should have some 4x4 experience. The Moremi Game Reserve roads can be challenging with varying amounts of thick sand, as well as deep pools of water during the rainy season.

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Xobega Island guest tent exterior Credit: Em Gatland Xobega Island guest tent exterior

Xobega guest tent under a pink sunset Credit: Kevin MacLaughlin Xobega guest tent under a pink sunset

Xobega guest tent interior Credit: Em Gatland Xobega guest tent interior

Xobega guest tent interior Credit: Em Gatland Xobega guest tent interior

Xobega Island guest tent exterior Credit: Em Gatland Xobega Island guest tent exterior

Xobega Island outdoor lounge in the evening Credit: Em Gatland Xobega Island outdoor lounge in the evening

Meru-style fly tent

Each tent has a spacious interior, fly screen and canvas sides, and a zip-doorway leading to the outdoor en suite bathroom. Canvas overhangs extend outward at the front entrance of each tent creating a shaded ‘verandah’ and place to sit and bird-watch.

Inside each tent are twin beds, complete with bedding and linen. Floor rugs and scatter cushions add some vibrant colour and sense of luxury to these authentic safari tents. There is sufficient space in a tent for a third stretcher, however no children under 12 can be accommodated on the island.

A single solar-powered light can be switched on and off at the wall, while lanterns can be used as bedside lights. Bucket showers are filled with hot water, daily, as are the standing washbasins. Chemical toilets are placed in each bathroom, in keeping with the eco-friendly operation of the camp.

Property Facilities

Communal Dining, Eco Friendly

Room Facilities

En-Suite, Outside Shower, Verandah