Reviews of ASKIESBOS - Samochima Bush Camp

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.

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

Beautiful place, unique accommodation, good food and great service. The Discover the Panhandle was fantastic, and great for the bird/animal lover and our guide was really knowledgeable. Really enjoyed our couple of days and would have been good to stay a little longer.

The cultural village walk was just ok. We felt a bit like we were imposing on the first person we spoke too and it was a little uncomfortable for all. The second stop was great. I was good to get an understanding how people make a living and some of the challenges and the second person we spoke too seemed happy to share.

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.

Better signage to get to Askiesbos from main road.

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.

Everything perfect!

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.

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

There was nothing I didn't like

The location.The staff are very helpful and friendly.

I didnt like the outside shower and toilet.

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.

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.

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!!!

Like it all

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.

The ambiance

The food

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.

Nothing

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

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.

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

Attention to detail, location and incredible experience

Nothing to complain about

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

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