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Reviews of ASKIESBOS - Samochima Bush Camp

Shakawe Botswana, Shakawe, Botswana

#1 of 3 hotels in Shakawe

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Review score

Based on 93 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    9.0
    Peaceful and Charming
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little out of the way with a slightly challenging road.

    We loved the setting and how well spaced everything is. Food is great and activities were good. The entire setup with buildings, eating area, bar and fire pit were wonderful. The price is worth it.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    10
    Most relaxing tented camp, friendly staff, great food. Organised excursions were amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Better signage to get to Askiesbos from main road.

    Great location, friendly staff. Food was good - nice to sit under the stars and be spoiled with a 3 course dinner. Excursion were amazing - guides very experienced and knowledgable.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything perfect!

    Very nice location in a forest at the river. Very friendly and competent staff. For people interested in birds and wildlife the Panhandle river cruise with a very knowledgeable guide is highly recommended.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2025

    10
    Askiesbos: where nature meets luxury
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We spent two nights at Askiesbos and felt very welcome from the moment we arrived. The staff is warm and friendly and takes care of everything you need. The tent is absolutely amazing - we had the River Tent number one with a bathtub and outdoor area. There were plenty of blankets, so we didn't freeze even in the winter. A small fridge, water kettle, and great toiletries like shampoo and conditioner were provided. Breakfast and dinner with a view of the river were delicious, and dinner was a great three-course menu. At night, we could hear the hippos grunting. We did the sunset cruise with Lucky, a fantastic guide who knows everything about the animals and explains it perfectly. The tour cost 400 Pula, and we saw many animals already. We then booked the 6-hour Pan Händle tour with Lucky for the next day, which cost 1000 Pula per person. We even saw hippos and enjoyed a great lunch on the way. One thing to note is that the photos really don't do the accommodation justice - it's way better in real life! The beauty of the surroundings and the attention to detail in the tent are truly special. We were sad to leave after two days and would love to come back. The accommodation is absolutely recommended, especially the sunrises and sunsets during meals are a dream. We even had the chance to meet the owner of the farm.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2025

    10
    The best of the Okavango
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing I didn't like

    The camp was so beautiful. The staff were lovely, food really good

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didnt like the outside shower and toilet.

    The location.The staff are very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    10
    Highlight of our trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 4 nights

    My only comment, which is not entirely their fault: another campsite guest had asked staff to introduce him to other guests, and we were 'collected' from our cabin by staff to talk to an older South African man who invited us to his BBQ. As two women, this isn't a nice experience to have to deal with, and having to 'make nice' with a clearly difficult individual wasn't great. We declined his invitations, but it would be good if staff felt confident and comfortable to not comply with his demand. Although we were given a heads up ahead of time which was appreciated.

    Askiesbos was one of the best places we stayed on our 3-week trip to Botswana. We stayed in one of the river tents with the outdoor bathroom and everything was very clean, with convenient places to put your things, like soap and toiletries. The common areas are comfy, with tea and coffee and filtered/purified water available on-tap. The view over the pan-handle papyrus whilst sat on a sofa was brilliant. We spotted a handful of birds just from there! Our excursions were booked ahead of time and were not only value for money but were brilliant. If you are interested in birds, ask for Lucky as your guide. We saw over 60-bird species in just two days spent with him (panhandle tour and Tsodilo hills walk). The accommodation is a little out of the way, but fully accessible from the main road and we were able to organise a pick-up from the bus stop also. Overall, fantastic stay - highly recommend.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    10
    Life Top 10 Experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Like it all

    This was an Amazing experience. The Luxury Tent with a Bathtub was lovely with a beautiful view! The Dinner , with Lambtjops😜 so good. And Bonnie and the girls so very friendly and helpful. And Then Sam and the Panhandle 6h Boat Cruise, was Amazing. Sam find us the Pel's Fishing Owl and Much more. He was the Best!!! Thank you Askiesbos for a Life time experience!!!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    10
    Amazing place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing place! Warm welcome and friendly staff. The place has a quiet and peacefull vibe. We could hear the hippos during night time which was a great experience. The food was out of this world. They are able to adhere to your dietary wishes (even desserts). Rooms are spacious and very clean.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful and calming.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food

    The ambiance

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2025

    9.0
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Quirky toilet arrangements! Comfy beds. Loved the communal seating area, and eating overlooking the river and fields. Lovely meal. Liked the honesty bar idea made it very relaxed.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    An affordable hidden gem. Really well maintained, nice big tents and a beautiful view.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The staff, the management, the food, the rooms and hospitality,

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice hotel complex located directly on the Okavango Delta. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The jungle tents are beautifully furnished with comfortable beds. The breakfast buffet is very varied and offers something for every taste. We had a very delicious dinner. The boat trip in the Okavango Delta is highly recommended; it was wonderful to enjoy the sunset and relax.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well run and maintained, small camp. They organise lots of trips, both onto the delta. and also game drive (back in Namibia). Stayed in lovely tent overlooking small pool from the river

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    10
    Best experience ever
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to complain about

    Attention to detail, location and incredible experience

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2024

    8.0
    Highly recommended beautiful camp - great for exploring the pandhandle
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    No aircon. The staff pushed the activities more than we would have liked (although the cruise we did was excellent) Please bear in mind the camp is at the end of an (in places) sandy road. Quite pricey relative to alternatives in the area

    Beautiful location right next to the river. Highly recommended sunset cruise, where we saw elephants, a croc and a huge array of birds. Food was very good (set menu). The tented room was spacious with great river views, the outdoor private shower setup worked well

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We enjoyed staying at Askiesbos Camp very much. The place was an oasis of silence and a place to recharge the batteries. The view to the papyrus swamp is amazing. Bird and monkey life is amazing and Dammann, the owner and manager did a lot to satisfy our wishes! The boat cruise on the Okavango is very pleasant with beautiful scenery and very few if any other boats around and we were lucky enough to spot elephants, sitatungas and some crocs on our trip with Captain Ray. Food was delicious! See you again :-)!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    10
    Paradise! Absolutely our best stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    What an incredible location! Africa at its best. Dinner and breakfast were excellent and the staff and owner exceeded our expectations in every aspect. Our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer. We can’t recommend Askiesbos highly enough.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The WiFi was very weak. Very difficult to drive the last kilometer as thick sand. A 4×4 car is strongly recommended.

    Very nice place! Wonderful, calm, and quiet setting with a great view.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All was excellent.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    10
    Beautiful place to stay in Shakawe
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great

    Charming place, next to the Okavango river branch. Private open sky bathroom is special experience. Helpful staff, great dinner and breakfast at reasonable prices

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noyji h

    A beautiful and comfortable tent. Great staff, The meals were delicious. A very quiet and peaceful place

    Stayed in August 2024

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