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Shinde Camp is nestled on a lush palm dotted island on the edge of Shinde lagoon in the heart of the northern Okavango Delta of Botswana. Shinde Camp is unusual in the Okavango Delta in being able to offer both land activities (game drives and bush walks) and water activities as Shinde is surrounded by clear waterways teeming with birdlife and game.
Shinde is built under the shade of large Mangosteen and Jackalberry trees. The unique dining/lounge areas is known as the 'treehouse' with multi-tiered raised decks offering magnificent views over the Okavango Delta. Here their safari chefs offer imaginative meals cooked with flair and served in style around the communal dining table.
Shinde Camp has eight spacious twin-bedded safari tents with large glass doors and en-suite bathrooms with shower and flush toilet. Each tent is well positioned to enjoy views across the Okavango waters or the open grassland. There's also a swimming pool to enjoy during the heat of the day.
Safari activities are varied at Shinde Camp with expert guides to take you on open 4x4 game drives, boating and mokoro excursions throughout the year as well as game walks and fly fishing (with equipment available) for the more adventurous. Fishing yields a variety of species including Tilapia and tiger fish with the best months being summer from September to May. Shinde has its own private concession so that night drives and walking are permitted and the game-viewing experience is exclusive.
Shinde was rebuilt in 2020. Shinde is an iconic camp, one of the first in the Okavango Delta, and loved by many. The new Shinde pays homage to its former self retaining the authentic classic safari style. The new tents and main area provide a luxury experience with a touch of historical charm. The décor of the new camp can be described as “the best of nature within an authentic safari design – still with the understated, friendly and intimate Ker & Downey Botswana feel”. Elegant, Classic, Opulent ‘Out of Africa’. A ‘worldly’ sophisticated safari experience. Every possible comfort has been created for – from full solar electricity and a private viewing deck, through to yoga mats!
Guests are accommodated in a spacious, safari tent consisting of two bedrooms, shared en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor shower, hot and cold running water and flush toilet. The tents are well spaced, affording privacy whilst remaining within comfortable distance from the main camp area. Roomy enough to sleep a maximum of 5 people. Shinde takes children from the age of 7 years old.
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Library, Pool, Restaurant, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Mokoro Excursion, Night Drives, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Game drives are conducted by a personal guide in comfortable, specially designed game drive vehicles. When out on game drives our window seat guarantee ensures no more than four guests per vehicle and individual use of a camera mount..
Courtesy of its location Shinde can offer water activities all year-round. Explore the Okavango Delta's crystal clear waterways by motorboat, and enjoy the magnificent variety of bird, plant and reptile species found in the area.
Mokoro provide a chance to experience the incredible bird, plant and reptile species found in the aquatic habitat of the Okavango Delta; such as sitatunga, fish eagles, painted reed frogs and malachite kingfishers. Climb aboard a Mokoro with your ?poler' and enjoy exploring the Okavango Delta's tranquil waterways.
For the more adventurous, take a guided bush walk to gain a detailed understanding of this diverse environment, which features gems such as red lechwe bounding through marshy areas, a kaleidoscope of birdlife, plus predators and big game.
Fishing is available throughout the year (with exception of January and February), with excellent bream fishing from May to September and superb chances of landing tigerfish during September to mid-November. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy motorboat trips to some of the Okavango Delta's best fishing spots, for a chance to experience the beautiful surroundings before landing a variety of species such as tilapia and tiger fish, African pike and sharp tooth catfish.
Night game drives are available after dinner offering the opportunity of seeing nocturnal inhabitants of the area.
Immerse yourself in a walking focused safari experience with our specialist guide.
Families can enjoy their guided walks accompanied by a young explorers Specialist Family guide.
Dine be neither the stars
Main area dining room
