Selinda Camp

The Camp

Selinda Camp seamlessly blends understated luxury with traditional African style, offering an exclusive and intimate experience for up to 18 guests. The camp’s architecture reflects a combination of safari elegance and environmental sensitivity, with canvas tents raised on wooden decks to offer panoramic views of the surrounding floodplains. The central lodge area houses a comfortable lounge, a well-stocked bar, and an open dining area that overlooks the water, providing the perfect setting for guests to relax between game drives or enjoy a meal while observing passing wildlife.

The camp’s outdoor spaces, including a fire pit and pool area, offer additional spaces for relaxation, while various lookout decks are positioned to maximize opportunities for game viewing from the comfort of the lodge.

Accommodation

Selinda Camp consists of just nine spacious tents, including one family tent, ensuring an exclusive and peaceful atmosphere. Each tent is beautifully designed with neutral tones, handcrafted furniture, and luxurious touches that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. The tents are equipped with en-suite bathrooms featuring indoor showers, deep bathtubs, and outdoor showers for a more immersive bush experience.

Private verandas offer spectacular views of the floodplains and waterways, where wildlife frequently roams, providing a personal and uninterrupted connection with the environment.

Dining

Meals at Selinda Camp are prepared using fresh, local ingredients, and the camp’s chefs create a menu that celebrates both international and regional cuisine. Dining is a communal experience, typically held in the open-air dining area or under the stars at the camp’s boma, with the sounds of the African bush serving as the backdrop.

Private dining options are also available, and guests can enjoy picnics in the bush during a game drive or have a sundowner on one of the camp’s scenic viewing decks. The well-curated wine list complements the fine dining experience, ensuring a memorable culinary journey in the heart of the wilderness.

Safari & Activities

Selinda Camp offers a variety of activities designed to immerse guests in the rich wildlife and natural beauty of the Selinda Reserve. The reserve is renowned for its abundance of predators, especially lions and African wild dogs, and its elephant herds. Guests can explore the area through a mix of land and water-based safaris.

• Game Drives: Morning and evening game drives provide the opportunity to encounter some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, and the rare wild dogs. The drives are led by highly knowledgeable guides, offering deep insights into the ecosystems of the Selinda Reserve.

• Boat Safaris: When water levels permit, Selinda’s boat safaris along the spillway offer a serene way to explore the landscape, with opportunities to see hippos, crocodiles, and an array of bird species. The tranquil waterway adds a different dimension to the safari experience, particularly during the dry season when animals gather at the water's edge.

• Walking Safaris: For a more immersive experience, walking safaris are available, allowing guests to connect with the environment on foot, discovering the smaller details of the bush, from insects to flora, accompanied by expert trackers and guides.

• Photography Safaris: Selinda Camp caters to both amateur and professional photographers, offering specialized photographic safaris. These safaris are tailored to capture the best wildlife moments, with guidance on the perfect lighting and angles, whether in a vehicle or on foot.