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Umvuvu Camp

Botswana - Okavango-Chobe - Botswana

About Umvuvu Camp Camping

Umvuvu Camp offers campsite accommodation in Okavango-Chobe, Botswana, near Seronga. Guests can enjoy hiking, swimming, and fishing during their stay. Nearby attractions include Ghiriga 1 Island, Okavango Panhandle Heliport - Helicopter Horizons.

Contact Info

Contact Person: Mark Harbour
Cellphone Number: +267 (0)72 574-643
Email address: umvuvubots@gmail.com
Language: English
Office Hours: 06:00 - 22:00
Website: http://www.okavangopanhandle.com

Accommodation

Camping Allowed: Tents only
People per Site: 8
Self Catering: Bedded tents
Shade: All the sites have shade
Sites Available: 2
Tents Allowed: Yes

Facilities

Braai Grill: Yes
Cellphone reception: Yes
Credit Cards welcome: No
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Freezer: Yes
Fridge: Yes
Washing up: Yes
Water taps: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly: Yes

Directions and Road Condition

Access Road: Gravel road
Closest Town: Seronga
Distance to Town: 14 km
GPS Campsite: S 18.88074 E 22.52146
Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

Showers: Hot shower
Toilets: Flush toilets & wetland system

Activities

Fishing: Freshwater: river
Hiking: Yes
Other Activities: Mekoro adventures, bush camping in wildlife area with big 5
Swimming: Natural pool

Comments, Rules and Notes

Comments: Mekoros will take you to the campsite situated on an island surrounded by riverine forest. Umvuvu Camp plays host to a range of animals small and big, notably hippos (umvuvu), plus a great variety of birds.
Additional Comments: Campsite in nature reserve
Special rules: Music only on permission, depending on campers in campsite.
Other: Wine & beer for sale. Wood supplied.

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

Ghiriga 1 Island

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

12,1 km from camp

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Okavango Panhandle Heliport - Helicopter Horizons

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 5 (2 reviews)
36,5 km from camp

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