Shinde Footsteps
Shinde Footsteps is a charming and intimate safari camp nestled on the northern edge of the Okavango Delta within the exclusive Shinde Private Concession. This camp artfully balances a delicate ecological footprint with timeless safari character, providing guests an authentic and immersive nature experience. Shinde Footsteps has just four tents accommodating a maximum of six guests, the camp ensures a highly personalized and exclusive safari atmosphere perfect for couples, small groups, or families seeking privacy and tranquility.
The location of Shinde Footsteps offers a rich blend of land and water-based activities, making it an ideal base for exploring the extraordinary biodiversity of the Okavango Delta. Days here are filled with thrilling game drives, mokoro (traditional canoe) excursions, night drives, and guided walking safaris that reveal the intricate interactions between wildlife and their habitats. Evenings are spent unwinding around the campfire on Kalahari sands, sharing stories under the vast African sky.
The camp’s main area includes a comfortable dining tent and lounge with panoramic views over a permanent hippo pool, providing a perfect spot to relax after a day in the wild. For photography enthusiasts, the dedicated photo editing suite offers a quiet space to review and enhance images, equipped with charging facilities and ample storage for camera gear.
In every way, Shinde Footsteps provides an exceptional safari experience, uncomplicated, intimate, deeply connected to nature, and thoughtfully designed to leave a minimal environmental impact while maximizing guest comfort and adventure.
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Wildlife
- Year-round resident species include sitatunga, kudu, bushbuck, lechwe, reedbuck, tsessebe, impala.
- Abundant hippos and crocodiles in waterways.
- Leopard territories firmly established within the concession with frequent sightings.
- Lions regularly visit from adjoining Moremi Game Reserve.
- Occasional sightings of cheetah and wild dog.
- Elephants, buffalo, zebra, and wildebeest use the area as dry-season grazing.
- Occasional roan antelope and eland seen on the concession.
- Rich birdlife including Pels fishing owl, fish eagles, painted reed frogs, and malachite kingfishers.
Game Drives
- Conducted in open, comfortable vehicles with window seat guarantees
- Expert guides and trackers maximise wildlife sightings
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Night drives offer a chance to experience the delta’s nocturnal wildlife
Activities & Facilities
- Game Drives
- Night Drives
- Mokoro Excursions
- Walking Safaris
- Specialist Walking Safari
- Bird Watching
- Family Safari Program
- Main dining and lounge tent overlooking a permanent hippo pool
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Photo editing suite
Highlights
- Located on the northern edge of the Okavango Delta within the private Shinde Concession.
- Intimate camp with only four canvas tents .
- Offers a unique barefoot luxury safari experience with an eco-friendly footprint.
- Balanced mix of land and water-based activities including game drives, night drives, Mokoro excursions, and walking safaris.
- Family-friendly with a specialist Young Explorers Program featuring flexible, engaging activities for children.
- Dedicated photo editing suite for photographers with charging and storage facilities.
- Main area overlooks a permanent hippo pool, perfect for relaxation and wildlife viewing.
- Eco-conscious camp with communal dining, battery charging facilities, and vegetarian options.
Location
- Shinde Footsteps is located in Botswana on the northern edge of the Okavango Delta within the private Shinde Concession.
- The camp is surrounded by Kalahari sands and permanent water channels that sustain a rich diversity of wildlife.
Getting There
- The best way to get to Shinde Footsteps is to fly from Johannesburg to Maun, followed by a flight via light aircraft to the Shinde private airstrip.
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Maun: 1 hour 50 minutes.
- Flight time from Maun to Shinde airstrip: 20-30 minutes.
- Inter-camp air transfer options are also available.
Special Offers
- 5–6 nights: 10% off for stays in Low season
- 5–6 nights: 5% off for stays in High & Peak seasons
- 7-8 nights: 13% off for stays in Low season
- 7-8 nights: 7% off for stays in High & Peak seasons
- 9+ nights: Enquire for discounted rates
Child Policy
- Shinde Camp welcomes children from 6 years.
- One 2-bedroom family unit is available.
- Children 6 – 15 years pay 70% of the adult rate.
- Low and high season: Child rate is available to a child sharing with one or two full-paying adults in a twin, triple or family tent.
- High season: Child rate is only available when booked into the family tent(s) with two sharing adults.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Included: Daily activities, all meals, selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, laundry, and park entry fees.
- Excluded: Premium brand drinks and anything of personal nature.
Rates
- The updated rates are displayed for each room category below.
- Rates are charged per person, per night.
- Single supplement of 35% applicable.
- There is no single supplement from 07 January – 28 February.
- Rates displayed are valid until 06 January 2027.
Seasons
- Peak season: 01 – 08 April, 1 June – 31 October & 15 December – 06 January
- High season: 01 – 30 March, 09 April – 31 May & 01 November – 14 December
- Low season: 07 January – 28 February
Your Safari, Expertly Curated
Our dedicated travel specialists craft seamless, tailor-made journeys – every detail designed around you.
Tents
Shinde Footsteps offers three spacious twin or double tents, each set on raised wooden decks crafted from canvas with a focus on simplicity and comfort. Read more Each tent features an ensuite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor showers and offers a unique wilderness experience. Read Less
| Peak Season | $ 1,325per person per night |
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| High Season | $ 1,025per person per night |
| Low Season | $ 700per person per night |
Family Tent
There is one family tent at Shinde Footsteps, designed with two separate bedrooms connected by a shared ensuite bathroom. This setup is ideal for families Read more or small groups who want to stay together while maintaining individual space. Like the other tents, the family tent is made from canvas and positioned on a raised deck, providing indoor and outdoor showers and the same barefoot luxury atmosphere. Read Less
| Peak Season | $ 1,325per person per night |
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| High Season | $ 1,025per person per night |
| Low Season | $ 700per person per night |
