Kings Pool Camp

Kings Pool Camp is located in a private reserve in the Linyanti / Savuti Channel area in the northern part of Botswana, on the western boundary of Chobe National Park. The source of the Savuti Channel is within this private reserve. The camp overlooks the oxbow-shaped Kings Pool Lagoon and the Linyanti River to the north. The area has a large wildlife resource with a wide variety of species, but it is most noted for its very large Elephant populations, which during our winter months can reach enormous densities. There are good populations of Impala, Lechwe, Kudu, Zebra, Giraffe, Sable, Waterbuck, Buffalo and the smaller plains antelope. The major predators such as Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Wild Dog and Hyena are regularly sighted. The reed and papyrus swamps are ideal for numerous and diverse species of birds and are a magnet for game in the dry winter months. Accommodation is in nine luxurious twin bedded tented rooms under cool thatch overlooking the Hippo filled lagoon in front of the camp. Each of the bedrooms has its own large bedroom area, lounge, private plunge pool and sala. Each en-suite bathroom has a double shower, double hand basin vanity area and a separate flush toilet. There is also an outdoor shower for those who prefer to be closer to Africa. The main lounge, pub, curio shop and dining area are under thatch and there is a swimming pool built into the deck. The main area is linked to the bedrooms by a raised walkway. Activities include game drives in open 4x4 Land Rovers, night drives and guided walks.

Location

  • North Botswana
  • Situated between Okavango & Chobe – within private Linyanti Concession
  • Borders Chobe National Park to the east
  • Overlooking the Linyanti River and Kings Pool lagoon

Pricing / Child PolicySummer season: 01 December 2007 to 15 June 2008 and High season: 16 June 2008 to 30 November 2008

Summer season: 01 December 2008 to 31 May 2009 and High season: 01 June 2009 to 30 November 2009

2008 children of 8 years and older are accommodated
2009 children of 6 years and older are accommodated
 





Accommodation
Number of tents:
9 tents in total consisting of:

  • 8 x ¾ twin bedded tents (6 of which can be converted into kingsize beds on request)
  • 1 kingsize-bedded honeymoon tent under thatch with a ball & claw bath
  • 1 twin guide room en-suite which comprises 2 tented rooms sharing 1 bathroom (it is not the same standard as these premier guest units although it is similar to a vintage camp tent standard)

Tent details:

  • Luxury tented rooms with thatched roof bathrooms
  • Views from tents of lagoon year round
  • Plunge pool in each unit
  • Sala at each unit
  • Lounge area in each unit
  • Stacking doors with shade net in the frame which can fold open onto the deck if you want it all open
  • Fans in all guest tents
  • Bedroom, bathroom (separate toilet, double vanity and basin, shower, sliding door off the front to the deck with an outside shower)
  • Rooms built on raised saligna deck
  • Soaps, shampoos and insect repellent are supplied in each tent
  • Safe in each tent

Camp Description

  • Large dining room, bar, lounge under thatch, deck on stilted platforms
  • Swimming pool
  • Curio shop
  • Open air boma for dinner around camp fire
  • Camp hide and another underground hide near the camp
  • Limited gym facilities including 2 yoga mats
  • Can do cocktail Reception between DumaTau and King Pool (on request only for large groups taking over both camps).

Game ViewingElephant can be seen all year round but peak roughly from May till late Oct. Lion are seen regularly and it is a good area for Leopard and Wild Dogs. Plains game is good year round but peaks in the dry months. Excellent birding especially Carmine Bee-eaters in summer. Great hippo and game viewing on the lagoon in front of camp.
 
Activities

  • Game drives via 4 x 10 seater open 4 x 4 Land Rovers, each accommodating a maximum of seven guests, allowing all guests an outside seat (each vehicle is equipped with a tree book, a bird book, a mammal book, a pair of binoculars and Peaceful Sleep insect repellent in a centre consol on each row of seats).
  • The camp does have a supply of bean bags for guests to use to steady their camera while on a game activity.
  • Walking Safaris
  • Hides for game viewing. One hide is sunken 2 x tree house hides about 30 minutes from camp for sundowners & picnics

Suggested Daily Activity ScheduleSummer/winter

05h00/06h00 - Wake up call. Light continental breakfast consisting of cereals, tea/coffee/juices and pastries to be served in the dining area.

05h30/06h30 - Depart on morning activity, returning to camp at approximately 10h00.

10h00/11h00 - Brunch will be served, this will consist of a selection of breakfast and lunch dishes.

From now until afternoon tea, guests will be at leisure. The sunken hides are available for midday activity.Tree hides are best in the afternoon

16h00/15h00 - Afternoon tea will be serviced – this will consist of a selection of sweet and savoury snacks.

16h30/15h30 - Depart on afternoon game viewing activity – drinks and snacks will be served for sundowners during the course of the activity.

19h30/19h00 - Return to camp (but could be later if good game sightings).

20h00/19h30 - Pre-dinner drinks and snacks will be served at the pub.

20h30/20h00 - Three-course dinner – usually the starter and desert is served whilst the main course is buffet style.

21h30/21h00 - Coffee and liqueurs will be served at the campfire.
 
Electricity & Water

  • Camp has 220v generator powered electricity run in kitchen and main areas when guests are out. When guests return from daily activities, generators generally switched off (for peace in camp).
  • 12v battery power (charged by the generator) is used for lighting and fans in each guest tent 24hrs/day.
  • 220v plugs available in each tent for the charging of batteries only. Hence bring spare battery, charging unit and adaptors.
  • Electrical geysers heat the water for the rooms.

Drinks PolicyAll drinks are included in the nightly tariff, with the exception of premium wines & champagne, and premium liqueurs & spirits.
 
Laundry Policy Laundry is done on a daily basis and is inclusive in the nightly tariff.
 
Extras Payment Curios, imported drinks and tips/gratuities can be billed to the tent number and settled on check out. Payment can be effected by cash (US$), travellers’ cheques, Visa or MasterCard.
 
Flying Times To/from Maun 50 minutes
To/from Kasane 45 minutes
Kasane to Victoria Falls 20 minutes
 
Airstrip Details King’s Pools airstrip located 5 minutes’ drive from camp, also services Linyanti Tented Camp
Licensed for aircraft up to 5700kg MAUW (maximum all up weight), 55 minutes from DumaTau,
Airstrip co-ordinates: S18.26.52, E023.41.28
 
Gratuity Schedule The following is the suggested gratuity schedule only and is subject to service standards:
Guides - US$10.00 per person per day
General Camp Staff - US$5.00 per person per day
Specialist Guides (if applicable) - US$10.00 per person per day

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