The Abu Private Reserve offers both superb Okavango Delta wildlife viewing, and the opportunity to witness the elephants of the Abu Herd. Time spent at Abu gives you a deeper understanding of elephant conservation – the premise on which Abu is based.
Abu is set in a pristine riverine forest and blends in seamlessly with the magnificent surrounding hardwood trees. Looking out over a large lagoon, an imaginative use of canvas has created a unique and luxurious style of tent. Each of the six en-suite tents has its own distinctive furnishings and fittings, imparting an air of opulence in the bush, and featuring an indoor and outdoor shower, an outdoor copper bath and a plunge pool sunk into the elevated teak deck. The multi-decked lounge and dining area and well-stocked library and study, and pool will keep you entertained, informed and energised while at Abu.
Abu is located in a 180 000-hectare (445 000-acre) private concession in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, one of the world’s most important wetland ecosystems
Room Types
Standard Tent(s)
(6 ROOMS)
There are six luxury twin bed tents. Each tent has a private viewing deck.
Property Facilities
Tented Camp
Private plunge pool at each room
Bar
Solar
Gym
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Library
Pool
Private Vehicle Available
Room Facilities
Electrical Outlets
En-Suite
Fan
Hair Dryer
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Mini Bar
Outside Shower
Plunge Pool
Safe
Tea / Coffee
Verandah
Things to do at Abu Camp
Explore Abu
An Abu game drive is one of the best ways to appreciate just why the Okavango Delta was made UNESCO’s 1000th World Heritage Site.
Traditional Mokoro Rides
Mokoro excursions offer a taste of the “postcard” Okavango.
Walking in the Wild
Bush walks with an experienced guide are an exciting way of viewing game and appreciating the smaller creatures and plant life of the Okavango Delta.
Scenic Flights
Enjoy an aerial safari, exploring remote and pristine areas of the Okavango Delta. Scan for wildlife crossing the serpentine channels - an unforgettable experience.
Scan the Skies
The birding around Abu Camp is exceptional. Particularly exciting species include: malachite kingfisher, white-browed coucal, pied kingfisher, rufous-bellied heron and southern ground hornbill.
Botswana’s San Communities
For an insight into the rich storytelling culture of the San, and their sustainable approach to living off the land without taking away from it, optional extra helicopter excursions from Abu can add a vital cultural and historical dimension to your Okavango Delta experience
Activities at Abu Camp
Game drive day/Night
Boatingseasonal dependent on guide availability
Mekoroseasonal dependent on guide availability
Guided Walksseasonal dependent on guide availability
Helicopter tripsat an extra cost
RATING
Premier Camp
NO. ROOMS
6
SPECIAL INTERESTS
Birding, Fishing, Nature, Wildlife
Jao
King's Pool
Little Mombo
Vumbura Plains
Explore secret papyrus-fringed channels and islands by mokoro, leaving barely a whisper of your presence. On game drives, scout for giraffes, zebras, elephants, impalas, tsessebe, lechwe, wildebeest, buffalos, hyaenas, leopards, warthogs, lions. Listen for the latter’s stirring call at night. Take a guided nature walk to appreciate the local flora, smaller creatures, and fantastic natural mosaic that is the Okavango Delta. Soar into the skies for an aerial safari, flying to the legendary Tsodilo Hills to marvel at ancient San rock art. Enjoy an evening in the bush, dining on tapas, watching a film under the stars, or sharing stories around the fire. Slide into a steaming bath by candlelight in your private outdoor copper tub and dream away.
Abu Camp is an approximately 30 minutes flight from Maun and 1 hour 30 flight from Kasane. The camp is a short drive from the airstrip.
Detailed Itinerary itinerary Abu and Mombo Camps 7 days
Day 1
ABU CAMP
You will be met on arrival at Maun airport for your light aircraft flight to Abu. Abu offers a superb safari experience: luxury accommodation in the heart of a wildlife-rich private reserve, plus the opportunity to learn more about our ground-breaking elephant conservation programme. On game drives and mokoro excursions, you can witness the members of the Abu Herd as they prepare (at their own pace) for release into the wild. The Abu Private Reserve is noted for wildlife including lechwe, zebra, giraffe, tsessebe and roan, plus lion, leopard and hyaena.
Day 2 & 3
Experience the myriad habitats of Botswana’s Okavango Delta on game drives and guided nature walks, and by boat and mokoro. Meet the elephant care experts tasked with preparing the Abu Herd for release into the wild and learn more about the conservation of this keystone species. Optional extra scenic flights offer a new perspective on the Delta, and helicopter excursions to the culturally significant Tsodilo Hills can be arranged (also at an additional cost).
MOMBO CAMP
Day 4
A short charter flight will bring guests to “The Place of Plenty”. Situated at the northern tip of Chief’s Island, the largest landmass in the Okavango, Mombo’s elegant design and spacious, luxurious tents complements its magnificent surroundings. This quintessential luxury safari camp looks out on the almost-continuous presence of wildlife, from large herds of plains game to lurking predators.
Day 5 & 6
Presentations or talks on the return of the rhino to Botswana, and our pioneering role in it, are held regularly by one of our available rhino conservation experts. These talks address the current plight of the rhino and how Wilderness Safaris is helping to safeguard these mammals. Morning and afternoon game drives offer guests the opportunity to see these critically endangered species within their natural environment. Experience the Place of Plenty by enjoying all that this special place has to offer. Daily game drives exploring Chief’s Island are the order of the day but there are plenty of things to see and do. A hide situated 20 minutes from the camp is a wonderful spot for photographing birds and animals. For the more active safari goer there’s a gym to make sure you keep up your fitness levels while overlooking the plains! The Mombo Spa is another great place to unwind. Enjoy a massage treatment in the comfort of your room or private deck.
Day 7
A last morning game drive will be followed by a Wilderness Air flight returning you to Maun or Kasane.
