Walking on safari has always been regarded as the finest way to really get a feel for the African wilderness. Chitabe Trails Camp is set in one of Okavango's best areas for walking, and now offers a two night genuine walking trail experience for those who want to be closest to nature. Guests are accompanied by an armed and licensed "accredited" walking guide who will take them on informative and adventurous walks through the different habitats of the Okavango Delta. The walking trail experience allows guests to get their feet on the ground and really feel, smell and touch Africa. We will walk for several hours a day, but it is done at a moderate pace and can be enjoyed by most guests, with plenty of time for quality game viewing and birding on foot. The Trail is completely tailor made to each group of guests and we can increase or decrease the amount of walking to suit the group.
Nights are spent sleeping out at two of the hides located in the Chitabe Reserve area. Both hides accommodate guests on elevated platforms with each person sleeping in the hide under a mosquito net, with a brilliant view of the spectacular African night sky. Chemical toilets and hot bucket showers will provide the ablution facilities. Simple, but delicious, home cooked meals on the open camp fire are eaten, seated around an elegant dinning table set out under the stars - truly a wonderful way to end an active day.
The two hides at Chitabe are located in very different habitats. One hide is situated on the edge of a floodplain which often contains water and enables one to experience the wet side of the Okavango and listen to its distinctive night sounds. The other hide is set within the woodland on the edge of an extensive pan system, which often sees an abundance of elephant activity. Absolute silence, except for the nocturnal sounds of the Okavango's insects and wildlife, that one can experience by sleeping "out in the bush" is magical and one that all guests will mark as a highlight of their African safari.
Guests spend their last night back at Chitabe Trails Camp to end their stay before traveling onto their next destination. Everyone at Chitabe looks forward to hosting you on this adventurous and unique experience.
