Wilderness Little DumaTau
Situated just to the north of Wilderness DumaTau on the same lagoon frontage, Wilderness Little DumaTau is a haven of sophisticated elegance.
With just four supremely spacious tented guest suites, each with its own lounge, private plunge pool, bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers, this intimate camp promises an exceptional Linyanti safari experience.
The camp's dining and lounge areas offer uninterrupted views over Osprey Lagoon, and it is here that guests have the opportunity to learn more about elephant conservation and the reserve's important biomonitoring project.
Wilderness Little DumaTau shares a wellness centre and gym with Wilderness DumaTau; this includes an inviting shaded deck, a lap pool, spa, a drinks and snack counter, also Safari Boutique. With easy access to the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve's extraordinary range of habitats, prolific plains game and attendant predators are a certainty all year round.
INSIDER'S TIP: The Linyanti is recognised as an IBA (Important Bird Area), so the hides and platforms in the area are ideal for birding and photographing wildlife.
About the Wilderness Little DumaTau
Highlights
- An exceptional, immersive elephant experience watching megaherds traverse the ancient wildlife corridors at the southernmost reaches of the Great Rift Valley.
- Thrilling year-round game viewing and predator sightings – lion, leopard, and hyena.
- Exceptional day and night game drives, helicopter rides (additional rates apply) and guided walks.
- Boating adventures reveal enormous concentrations of hippos and crocodiles at the mouth of the Savuti Channel.
- A trip down the Kwando River to the edge of the floodplains delivers outstanding elephant sightings.
Destination: Wilderness Little Duma Tau is the picture-perfect sister camp to Wilderness DumaTau, set on the same scenic lagoon frontage. Its position allows for easy access to the Linyanti Swamps, Savuti Channel and Linyanti woodlands, where exclusive wildlife encounters and adventures on the reserve’s pristine 126,000 hectares (311,353 acres) of unfenced wilderness await all who visit.
Surrounded by wildlife corridors, the camp overlooks the beautiful Osprey Lagoon, where centuries-old submerged elephant trails were created by parades of elephants, still regularly seen from every vantage point in camp.
Experience: Set in one of Earth’s ultimate untamed places, this charming camp is the ideal setting for unforgettable wildlife encounters. Game viewing on water and on land in the Linyanti is exceptional. Guests will encounter buffalo and huge numbers of elephant all along the channels. Exhilarating mornings are spent tracking predators on the prowl or learning more about the wildlife on a guided nature walk with our knowledgeable guides. Back in camp, guests can enjoy wildlife spotting, a refreshing dip in their private plunge pool, or indulging in a relaxing massage at the Osprey Retreat (with spa, gym and lap pool), which is shared with Wilderness DumaTau.
Purpose: In order to ensure the safe passage of these megaherds and other wildlife, we work to continue the protection of this vital piece of land within the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area. The biodiverse Linyanti is home to countless species, many of which are threatened with population reduction, or worse, extinction. These include elephant, wild dogs, lion, pangolin, and a great many others. The area continues to provide a safe home for wildlife, and is ideally placed to act as dispersal epicentre for their emigration within the larger conservation area.
Wildlife: With access to the fertile Kwando/Chobe ecosystem and Savuti Channel the area is home to the greatest habitat diversity in northern Botswana. Expect to see marshes and waterways, riverine woodland, Kalahari appleleaf and cathedral-like mopane woodlands, as well as grasslands. This lush and fertile conservation area attracts an extraordinary diversity of wildlife and makes for epic game viewing. Great herds of elephants congregate along the waterways and lagoons during the dry winter months. Red lechwe, Burchell’s zebras, giraffes and warthogs are followed by lions, leopards, African wild dogs, spotted hyenas and occasional cheetahs. Also seen in the Savuti Channel are enormous concentrations of hippos and crocodiles.
Wilderness Little DumaTau: Stylish and elegant, with a sense of off-the-beaten-track exploration, the architecture and interiors of the camp reflect the heart of the Linyanti, one of Botswana’s most treasured wildlife havens. This intimate camp offers an unparalleled Linyanti safari experience with just four ultra-spacious guest suites.
The main dining and lounge areas offer wonderful views over the lagoon, where guests can observe elephants coming in to drink or splashing about in the water. Connected to sister camp DumaTau by elevated walkways, the camps share access to the tranquil Osprey Retreat for wellness and rejuvenation in the spa, gym and lap pool.
Built with an extremely light eco-footprint, the camp is 100% solar-powered.
The lodge is located in the of the North-West District.
Features
The lodge is rated as Premier Camp by Unspecified.
Room facilities include Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Plunge Pool, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah,
The lodges appeals to a number of special interests such as Birding, Nature, Wildlife,
There are numerous activities on site such as Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing Hide, Night Drives, Walks (Guided),
Activities off site include Helicopter Scenic Flights,
The property boasts a number of facilities Bar, Gym (nearby), Library, Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Spa,
Languages spoken include and available services are Credit Card,
Activities
The lodge offers some unique activities to suit your tastes.
Wilderness Little DumaTau – Game Drives
Wilderness Little DumaTau is located close to the source of the Savuti Channel, with access to the Linyanti Swamps, floodplains and mopane woodlands, thus offering an excellent combination of habitats. Game drives reveal the rich wildlife of the area, and as an important elephant corridor, the Linyanti is famed for the huge number of elephants seen here. The open 4x4 vehicles allow us to host four guests at a time, with each guest having a ‘window’ seat, thereby offering truly dedicated time with your enthusiastic guide.
Wilderness Little DumaTau – Night Drives
Night drives with spotlights allow you to find those mysterious nocturnal animals. These often include owls, aardwolf, servals, large spotted genets and, if you are extremely lucky, elusive leopards!
Wilderness Little DumaTau – Guided Nature Walks *
Be even closer to nature and observe the smaller things you may miss when travelling by vehicle.
* Seasonal and subject to the availability of a qualified walking guide.
Wilderness Little DumaTau – Barge Excursion & Boating *
Discover the beautiful Linyanti by barge or boat, the former being perfect for picnics or sundowners. The stunning river views provide a magnificent backdrop while searching out the spectacular birdlife so prevalent in the channels.
* Water levels permitting.
Wilderness Little DumaTau – Fishing *
Fishing is permitted on a catch and release basis, with camp having a small stock of basic rods and reels.
* Note that fishing is seasonal as it is prohibited by Botswana law in January and February due to breeding purposes.
Wilderness Little DumaTau – Birding
This superb area is internationally recognised as an IBA (Important Bird Area), and the Savuti Channel is famous for its high concentration of birds of prey.
Wilderness Little DumaTau – Wellness Centre *
Wilderness Little DumaTau provides a secluded space to take full advantage of the fantastic views over Osprey Lagoon, and the opportunities to watch the wealth of wildlife – including the mega-herds of elephant for which the Linyanti region is known.
Hidden away amongst the natural vegetation for an immediate immersion into nature, as part of a holistic health and wellness experience that creates a retreat in the truest sense of the word – enjoy being pampered by one of our expert massage therapists.
In-tent massages are available too should you prefer to enjoy these relaxing offerings in the privacy of your tent.
* All treatments at an additional cost.
Wilderness Little DumaTau – Star Deck
Star-deck for pre-dinner drinks and private dining.
deck for pre-dinner drinks and private dining, in-te
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