About Little Machaba Camp
The name Machaba is the local Setswana name for the Sycamore Fig Tree, also known as the tree of life.
Little Machaba is independently owned and run, and is aimed at the affordable luxury travel market across the world, offering great value for money and a unique classical safari experience. Little Machaba will appeal to both novice safari guests and seasoned safari travellers alike.
More About the Camp
Little Machaba Camp is an exclusive 8-bed luxury safari camp, comprising 4 luxury tents in total—2 luxury tents and 2 family luxury tents. The spacious tents, similar in size to those at Machaba Main Camp, are situated on raised decks, as is the main area and bar. The style of the camp is classical tented, reminiscent of the explorers of yesteryear.
The camp is built in the classic 1950s style, with luxury safari tents, en-suite bathrooms, and living areas, including romantic outdoor showers. All tents are located on decks, and the pathways to the tents meander between large riverine trees. The main dining and bar areas are also situated on wooden decks, overlooking a large floodplain.
Located on the same island as Machaba Camp, Little Machaba offers a similar experience but in a smaller, more exclusive setting.
Facilities
- Swimming pool with loungers
- Library
- Spa therapist
- Tented main area on decks
- Picturesque views over the Moremi Game Reserve
Directions to Little Machaba Camp
Little Machaba is situated in the game-rich Khwai area. The Khwai Concession is a 180,000-hectare reserve located in the north-eastern Okavango, adjacent to the Moremi Game Reserve. Little Machaba is on the same island as Machaba Main Camp, but it is run separately.
GPS Coordinates (All Lead to Camp)
- S19.12430 E23.81315
- S19 07 27.5 E23 48 47.3
- S19 07.458 E23 48.789
Access to Little Machaba
Access to Little Machaba and Machaba Camp is by land and air. You can self-drive, or alternatively, you will need to fly to either Maun or Kasane.
- Little Machaba & Machaba Camp are a 25–30 minute charter flight from Maun.
- Little Machaba & Machaba Camp are a 45–60 minute charter flight from Kasane.
- There is a 30-minute drive from the airstrip to the camps.
- We can also book inter-camp flight transfers.