Okavango Delta
Singita Botswana, Elela
The Okavango Delta in Botswana represents a significant expansion of conservation efforts in Africa. Singita Elela, scheduled to commence operations in 2026, will occupy a pristine 170,000-hectare concession within this remarkable ecosystem. The name "Elela," derived from Setswana meaning "to flow," embodies the perpetual motion and fluidity characteristic of this dynamic landscape.
The property joins an esteemed collection of award-winning luxury safari camps and lodges in Botswana with an established reputation for world-class experiences in some of Africa's most exclusive safari destinations.
Game that are abundant in the area include Giraffe, Zebra, Elephant, Impala, Tssessebe, Lechwe, Wildebeest, Buffalo and Warthogs. A resident pride of Lion at camp can be seen during the day and heard roaring through night - a thrilling sound as you lie in the comfort and safety of your tent. Also available at Abu Camp, aside from the Elephant back safaris, are game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, a special night drive, guided nature walks, bird watching and time spent drifting on the tranquil waters of the Okavango Delta in a mokoro (canoe) with expert local guides.
Like a living, breathing entity, the Delta dances to the rhythm of ancient cycles. When the rains arrive, water serpentines through age-old channels, breathing life into dormant waterways. As seasons shift, these same channels retreat, leaving behind a transformed landscape that tells the story of nature's eternal choreography.
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The Delta presents an intricate tapestry of biodiversity, hosting numerous species across its diverse terrain. The landscape comprises a complex network of waterways, islands teeming with wildlife, expansive lagoons, verdant grasslands, and seasonal swamps. This ecological mosaic adapts continually to the natural rhythm of seasonal flooding and recession.
Field Notes
Singita Botswana
The concession, spanning 170,000 hectares (approximately 420,000 acres), represents one of the region's largest private wilderness areas. This vast expanse ensures an unparalleled sense of isolation and immersion in the natural environment.
Singita Botswana, Elela
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Singita Botswana, Elela
Previously home of the Original Elephant safari experience in Africa, Singita Elela is conceived as a year-round destination that harmoniously integrates with its surroundings
The lodge's design philosophy emphasizes fluidity and adaptability, reflecting the Delta's dynamic character. While new to the portfolio, it maintains the foundational principles of conservation and exceptional guest experience.
Singita Botswana, Elela
Safari experiences
We invite you to explore our private safari collection for award-winning luxury safari camps and lodges in Botswana. Retaining focus on a family-owned portfolio of private game reserves and luxury camps, some of the most exclusive safari destinations in Africa that have been passed down for three generations of wilderness pioneers, the Guided Safaris® family have sourced and influenced exemplary success with their world-class experiences.
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Guided Safaris® journeys feature Africa’s finest private game reserves and award-winning eco-luxury programs supporting key conservation initiatives responsible for safeguarding endangered wildlife through low-impact, sustainable tourism. As a luxury brand with the most coveted networks in the private safari industry built over an accredited three-decade experience in the field, the Guided Safaris® family have garnered international recognition for their substantial and diversified base of global safari clientele, always looking to exceed travel expectations by hosting guests in extraordinary and unexpected ways.