Arnoud Quanjer Wildlife Photography

The Savuti region forms part of the Chobe National Park. Located on the eastern side of the Okavango Delta and south of Chobe River. The famous Savuti channel stretches south from the Chobe River through to the Mababe depression. For long periods of time the channel is dry and the only water in Savuti is from seasonal rainfall.

The concentration of wildlife and birdlife not to mention the open plains surrounded by the dry camel thorn trees on the Savuti marsh are a wildlife photographers dream. Savuti is famous for its big game and particularly it’s predators. Lion and the Spotted Hyena live in constant battle for survival. Other commonly sighted species are zebra, elephant, giraffe, kudu and buffalo. If you are lucky, you might see cheetah or wild dog.

Birdlife includes Abdims Stork, Carmine beeaters, Kori Bustards, and secretary birds. A regular variety of raptors are also regularly spotted.

Staying in Savuti

There are a number of lodges in Savuti where you can stay. These lodges offer luxury accomodation, game drives and game walks. If you're slightly more adventurous (like I was) you can rent your own fully equipped 4x4 and stay at Savuti campsite. Check the menu item on the left about Savuti campsite.

Food and petrol

If you go to Savuti make sure that you are fully self supporting. There is no shop or gas station in Savuti so bring all your food and water yourself. You are allowed to collect your firewood in the park as long as you collect it 1km or further from the camp. There is no shortage of firewood, but make sure you bring an axe or saw (or both) for collecting firewood.