Elephant crossing a river in the Linyanti

Visit Linyanti Wetlands, Botswana

Wildlife of the Linyanti

The three private concessions within the Wetlands are the wildest in the country, surrounded by papyrus and reeds swamps, open grassland and riverine forests that are home to a variety of game and bird life.

Lion Cub, Linyanti Bush Camp, Linyanti Wetlands The entire area is superb for elephant but they are possibly at their most spectacular along the Linyanti River. Huge breeding herds numbering hundreds can be heard trumpeting their way through the papyrus to drink from the river. As the sun sets, watching elephant immerge from the water then trundle up the yellow plains to the forest in a cloud of dust is one of the great sights of Africa.

The wide open grasslands are frequented by herds of zebra, wildebeest and giraffe and in the shady forests you can hear baboon barking into the air.

There are also several prides of lion and this is also an excellent area for spotting the elusive leopard and rare wild dog.

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Suggested itineraries featuring Linyanti Wetlands

Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Linyanti Wetlands, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

Botswana

Green season safari in the Okavango Delta

Botswana

10 days from $9,490pp

Spectacular game viewing in, arguably, Botswana's three most varied areas for wildlife - the Central Kalahari, the Okavango Delta and the Kwando Concession in the Linyanti Wetlands.

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Botswana

Luxury Botswana safari

Botswana

10 days from $21,890pp

Explore the Delta in three different areas in some of the most luxurious lodges Africa has to offer. During your safari you can game view from the air, in your safari vehicle, on foot and also by mokoro, a dug out canoe.

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Accommodation choices for Linyanti Wetlands

We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Linyanti Wetlands. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

First Class

Botswana

Lebala Camp

Botswana

Enjoying a secluded location within the private Kwando Concession, Lebala Camp offers just eight tents looking out over the Linyanti floodplains. Each day, game drives and bush walks get you close to animals big and small.

First Class

Botswana

Lagoon Camp

Botswana

Stretching along the banks of the Kwando River within a private concession, Lagoon Camp offers a range of activities year-round. Its exceptionally spacious rooms and main thatched area are beautifully presented, and staff deliver a highly personal service.

Opulent

Botswana

Zarafa Camp

Botswana

Zarafa Camp is probably our personal favorite in Botswana and has a beautiful location looking towards the Zibadianja Lagoon. Activities from Zarafa focus on game drives and night drives, but walks from the camp are also possible with experienced guides.

Deluxe

Botswana

Selinda Camp

Botswana

Selinda Camp is located on a palm island with views of the Selinda Spillway, yellow floodplains and gray termite mounds and palm tree islands in the distance.

First Class

Botswana

Linyanti Ebony Camp

Botswana

Situated in the private Chobe Enclave area of the Linyanti Wetlands, this family friendly camp offers just four authentic canvas tents overlooking wildlife-rich marshland.

First Class

Botswana

Linyanti Bush Camp

Botswana

Bordering Chobe National Park to the west, Linyanti Bush Camp offers intimate tented accommodation in a private reserve. Its position in the Linyanti Marshes makes for excellent game viewing and birdwatching.

Medium

Botswana

Linyanti Expeditions

Botswana

This camp provides an authentic experience with an emphasis on exploring the wilds of the bush on foot. Be transported to a bygone era of safari in explorer-style tents with a friendly and attentive service.

Deluxe

Botswana

Duma Tau

Botswana

Duma Tau, meaning ‘lion roars’, stands overlooking reed beds and a wide stretch of the Linyanti River. The diversity of habitats makes for wonderful game and bird viewing and the area is well known for the large numbers of elephant which are frequently seen crossing the river.

Deluxe

Botswana

Savuti Camp

Botswana

Savuti Camp has seven tents and overlooks a waterhole in the dry Savuti Channel. There are game drives, walks and night-drives from camp and a superb 'log pile' hide where guests can observe animals (mostly elephants) from extremely close quarters.

Opulent

Botswana

Kings Pool Camp

Botswana

The Kings Pool is a very luxurious camp and is perfect for those that want good game viewing (especially of elephant) and total luxury in the bush.

Simple

Botswana

Camp Linyanti

Botswana

Camp Linyanti is located in the Linyanti Area of Chobe National Park and has a fabulous outlook across the Linyanti Wetlands and its lush green reed beds and waterways.