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€1.670,00
At Abu, you are invited to immerse yourself in the majestic world of the African elephant and to see the African bush and its wildlife through the eyes of the elephants - by joining the Abu herd. You will form a strong emotional bond with the herd that is both humbling and inspiring and at the same time, gain an understanding of elephant conservation - the premise on which Abu is based. Abu Camp support meaningful scientific research projects and believe that the herd members can help raise awareness about the plight of the African elephant species as a whole.
The fully inclusive rates are not just about the level of accommodation or the thread count of the linen. They encompass elements that cannot be counted or measured, such as exclusive access to vast tracts of Africa’s best wildlife areas, creating a unique sense of seclusion, comfort, privacy and space. In turn, your presence helps in the conservation of all these iconic areas. Our dedicated team look forward to designing a journey that suits your budget and bucket list desires.
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Named after a very special bull elephant, Abu is set in a pristine copse of riverine forest and blends in seamlessly with the magnificent surrounding hardwood trees. Looking out over a large lagoon, an imaginative use of canvas has created a unique and luxurious style of tent. Each of the 6 en-suite tents has its own distinctive furnishings and fittings, imparting an air of opulence in the bush, and featuring an indoor and outdoor shower, an outdoor copper bath and a plunge pool sunk into the elevated teak deck.
Each tent also has: • Hairdryer and Bathrobes • Ceiling Fans • Tea and Coffee Station • Small Bar Fridge • Electronic safe • Multi-plugs for charging • Wi-Fi internet access (guest tents only)
Abu Camp has a multi-decked lounge and dining area and a well-stocked library and study, gym and pool to keep you entertained, informed and energised while at Abu.
There is also a Star-Bed platform that sleeps two guests situated at the elephant enclosure. The double-storey Star-Bed has its own bathroom with shower, toilet and basin on the lower deck and the bed upstairs under a large mosquito net with a viewing deck over the elephant enclosure.
The focus at Abu Camp is on the elephant experience. The herd currently comprises six elephants: Cathy, Sirheni, Lorato, Paseka, Warona and Naledi.
• Walking with the elephants (13 years & older)
• Observing activities such as mud bathing, and experiencing the bush through the eyes of the elephants
• Discussions on elephant conservation at a local, national and continent-wide level
Other activities include:
• Day & night game drives to view the amazing diversity of wildlife in the Abu Concession
• Sleeping on the Star Bed raised platform overlooking the elephant enclosure
• Birdwatching
• Mokoro excursions (13 years & older), accompanied by the Abu herd
• Fishing on a catch-and-release basis except January and February when fishing is barred by law for breeding. The camp supplies all fishing equipment
The essence of Abu is the experience of being part of an elephant herd in its natural habitat. However unlike some of the water-inundated areas of the Okavango Delta, the Abu Concession varies from open grasslands to secluded island sanctuaries and papyrus-fringed channels. This variety of natural habitats allows for an abundance of general game. Giraffe, zebra, elephant, impala, tsessebe, lechwe, wildebeest, buffalo and warthog roam the 180 000 hectares. Lion often move through the area too and can sometimes be heard calling at night, while hyaena and leopard are resident and so are encountered more frequently.
The Abu Concession is home to over 380 species of bird including wattled cranes, saddle-billed storks, slatey egret, black egret, red-billed wood hoopoe, pink-throated longclaw, Pel's fishing owl and long-crested eagles.
• Located in the private, game-rich Abu Concession (173,000 hectares) on the western side of the Okavango Delta (a UNESCO World Heritage Site)
• Rates from €1,670 to €2,560 per person, per night, sharing
• Peak season from June - October
• 6 luxury, architect-designed ‘tents’, each with its own private plunge pool and private viewing deck overlooking the lagoon
• Children 6 years and older are welcome at Abu Camp
• Abu Camp offers a unique elephant experience inviting guests to observe their movement on a walk with the semi-habituated Abu herd
• Guests can also overnight at the Star-Bed platform that sleeps two guests, situated at the elephant enclosure. The double-storey Star-Bed has its own bathroom with shower, toilet and basin on the lower deck and the bed upstairs under a large mosquito net with a viewing deck over the elephant enclosure
• Wi-Fi internet access is available in the guest tents
• Ceiling fans are used to keep a breeze flowing in the guest tents
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