No effort has been spared to ensure that guests enjoy this unique experience in total comfort and safety. During your stay at Abu Camp, on your Elephant Back Safari, you will be seated in large padded saddles which are mounted behind the most experienced and knowledgeable elephant-handlers in Africa. Abu and company are delighted to have you on board. As you will discover, they enjoy the ride as much as you do!
Abu Camp is situated in a 400,000-acre private reserve in the heart of the Okavango Delta. The camp has 6 luxurious tents that are located under a shady canopy in an ancient riverine forest. The tents have a unique and wonderful design with a private viewing deck overlooking the lagoon. Each tent at Abu camp has beautiful en-suite facilities with a shower and a bath. The private, tree-shaded decks with hammocks overlook a lagoon frequented by a myriad of bird and animal life. The dining / bar areas are on raised wooden decks that wind around African ebony and sycamore fig trees. The lounge and dining tent has beautiful big sofas, with a breathtaking view over the lagoon and also features a well-stocked library and a study.
Abu Camp also offers game drives, night drives, walks and mokoro (dugout canoe) safaris, as well as the most intimate elephant learning experience in Africa. For guests looking for the ultimate in bush luxury and exclusivity, The Elephant Villa is situated across the lagoon - a short five minute drive away. This villa can accommodate a couple or a family with children.