King's Pool
Facilities
King's Pool consistently delivers the best dry season game viewing in far northern Botswana. Situated on the border with Namibia’s Caprivi Strip, King's Pool is in an area vital to the seasonal movements of elephant herds, and to the survival of rare roan and sable antelope. Looking down over the Linyanti River, and up from the safety of sunken hides gives guests unexpected angles from which to witness great wildlife moments.
Seven well-appointed twins and one suite, all of canvas, wood and thatch, soak up the views of the lagoon. The main area, deck and bar offer uninterrupted views, with closer proximity to the water, while parts of the roof extend down to ensure privacy.
INSIDER'S TIP: Special highlights include sundowners on the Queen Silvia barge and time out at the unique underground hide!
Location
Property Facilities
- Bar
- Library
- Pool
- Private Vehicle Available
Special Interests
- Birding
- Nature
- Star Gazing
- Wildlife
Rooms
In the heart of the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, the look and feel of King’s Pool ensures guests are able to experience a life-changing journey whilst giving back to the biodiversity conservation of the Linyanti at the same time. Celebrating the romance of the camp’s history, it retains the traits of a traditional safari camp –…
One suite consisting of two separate rooms (sleeping four in total) each with own en-suite facilities, sharing a private plunge pool and outdoor sunken lounge. Bookable by families or ideal for parties of four adults travelling together or a couple preferring more spare and luxury – while one bedroom is slightly smaller and without and…
Number of Rooms: 8
Room Facilities
- Electrical Outlets
- En-Suite
- Fan
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access (Complimentary)
- Laundry Service (Complimentary)
- Lounge Area
- Mini Bar
- Mosquito Nets
- Outside Shower
- Safe
- Sala
- Tea / Coffee
- Verandah
Activities
Morning and afternoon game drives are offered in open 4×4 game drive vehicles each accommodating a maximum of seven people, allowing each guest a ‘window’ seat.
Night drives with spotlights allow you to find those nocturnal animals you wouldn’t see during the day.
On request, nature walks with skilled, armed guides are wonderful ways of getting close to nature and observing the smaller things you miss when travelling by vehicle.
There are two hides in the vicinity of Kings Pool from which to view and photograph animals and birds. One is located at the western end of camp and the other is an original underground hide, with the water at eye level.
Fishing with a limited supply of basic equipment is on offer on a catch-and-release basis. *Seasonal.
Birding is outstanding at Kings Pool Camp, with the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve an internationally recognised Important Bird Area (IBA), particularly for birds of prey like Dickinson's kestrel and waterbirds. In summer southern carmine bee-eaters nest near camp.
Massages are available for you to enjoy in the privacy of your tent.
End the day with sundowners, relaxing on the elegant, colonial-style Queen Silvia barge floating down the Linyanti River. While the camp and its lagoon take their name from King Gustaf of Sweden who honeymooned here in the mid 1900s, the name of the barge romantically commemorates his wife. The newlyweds fell in love with the…
