Savute Elephant Lodge, A Belmond Safari

As impala glide through the savannah, be seated on our deck for an out-of-this-world dining experience. Sample signature African dishes prepared by our talented chefs paired with fine wines and champagnes. During the cooler season or in wet weather, meals are enjoyed under cover––but still in full view of the reserve’s abundant wildlife.

Relax in our “lounge in the bush”, an inviting space designed in natural timber, rattan and leather with bright geometric fabrics and chandeliers inspired by Botswana clay pots. Sit at a table to play games or strike up a conversation, or recline in a comfortable chair, cocktail glass in hand, to absorb the views.

Let the stars guide your way into the bush. Recline around the campfire at our own enchanting Boma, a unique dining experience that combines African delicacies with soulful rhythms—all played out under an inky night sky.

Feast under African skies, the world’s most unique dining experiences. Savour expertly prepared dishes and fine wines served by a private butler. It will be a memory you’ll cherish forever.

Early morning and afternoon game drives let you encounter Africa’s largest elephant population. You may also spot lions, wild dogs, leopards, cheetahs and hyenas. Enjoy rare sightings of rock-climbing klipspringers and elegant roan. Depending on the season, you may also catch the second largest migration of zebra in Africa.

When you’re not out and about on safari, relax and unwind by the generous pool and take a cooling dip. For amazing wildlife sightings on your doorstep, head to the permanent water hole in front of the lodge. Watch elephants gathering to drink, and at night, discover how the nocturnal sounds of Savute take on a whole new dynamic.

Head out into the bush and find a collection of paintings that will take your breath away. These works by the San Bushmen are thought to be more than 1,500 years old. Then continue on to the amazing baobab grove, a cathedral-like cluster of 13 giant trees that are almost as old as the paintings.

The vast open spaces around Savute make it the perfect place to experience the mesmerizing expanse of the African night sky. Use powerful telescopes to witness constellations that you may never have seen before. You’ll also discover how Bushmen used the stars to locate the true south.

Chobe is a bird-lovers’ paradise, particularly in the summer months from December to March. Over 250 species populate the area, ranging from vast flocks of gregarious queleas to giant kori bustards and an array of majestic raptors. Our expert guides can help you find the perfect place and time to find exactly what you’re looking for.

Indulge with a selection of massages, facials, body rituals, manicures and pedicures. We proudly use South African brand TheraNaka. Their organic, sustainably sourced ingredients include marula, immune-boosting rooibos and rehydrating Kalahari melon.