Jan
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Sable Alley
Okavango Delta, Botswana · Private concession
Official rating: 4 out of 5 stars, graded by Botswana Tourism OrganisationTented camp
Luxury · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
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All inclusive (AI)
Accommodation, All meals and 9 more
12 tents
Twin/Double Tent, Honeymoon Tent, Family Tent
Children 6 and over
Family rooms available
By air or road
about 95 km from Maun airport (MUB)
Wi-Fi in rooms
Solar power
From about A$1,530
per person / night, sharing
Overview
About Sable Alley
Sable Alley looks across a lagoon in Botswana’s Khwai Private Reserve, where hippo, elephant and buffalo are part of the view from camp. Its 12 raised tented units include a honeymoon tent and two family units, with air-conditioning, indoor and outdoor showers, and private plunge pools. The shared lounge, bar, firepit and swimming pool give you several places to settle between outings. Day and night game drives and guided nature walks explore the surrounding habitats, while mokoro excursions depend on water levels. Children aged six and over are welcome, and the camp stays open throughout the year.
“A strong choice for couples and families with children aged six and over who want varied safari outings, a private plunge pool and wildlife watching from camp.”
Best for
HoneymoonersFamiliesBirders
Known for
What you can expect to see
LeopardLionCheetahWild dogBuffaloElephantBirdlife
Lagoon-side hippo viewing and Khwai’s varied habitats bring elephant, buffalo, big cats and wild dogs into the safari mix.
Your stay
What's included
Board: All inclusive (AI)
Special offer: In 2027, one honeymoon spouse receives 50% off accommodation for travel within 12 months of marriage, with proof of marriage. Long-stay discounts start at six nights across participating Botswana and Namibia camps and reach 15% for ten or more nights in green and shoulder tariff periods. Offers cannot be combined, and the CCR fee is not discounted.
Included
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Drinks excluding premium brands
- Laundry
- Daily camp activities
- Airstrip transfers
- Guiding
- Park entry fees
- VAT
- Game viewing hide
- Coffee station
- Night drives
- Walking safaris
- Mokoro excursions
- Game drives
Not included
- Gratuities
Add USD 60 per person per night for the compulsory Community, Conservation and Reserve Fee, including children aged six and over. Premium-brand drinks, gratuities and comprehensive personal travel insurance are excluded.
Optional extras (at a cost)
Scenic helicopter flights, the Khwai Ranger Experience and wellness or spa treatments cost extra. The morning ranger excursion costs USD 740 for one to four guests in 2026 and USD 790 in 2027.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Photographic hide
- Public WiFi
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
- Air-conditioning
- Private plunge pool
- Private deck
- Mini bar
- Safe
- In-room WiFi
- Outdoor shower
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Twin/Double Tent9 at camp · sleeps 2 adults · Air-conditioning, Ceiling fan, En-suite bathroom, Indoor shower, Outdoor shower, Private veranda, Private plunge pool
- Honeymoon Tent1 at camp · sleeps 2 adults · Air-conditioning, Ceiling fan, En-suite bathroom, Indoor shower, Outdoor shower, Private veranda, Private plunge pool
- Family Tent2 at camp · sleeps 2 adults · Air-conditioning, Ceiling fan, En-suite bathroom, Indoor shower, Outdoor shower, Private veranda, Private plunge pool
Activities
Things to do
Included in your stay
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- How you arrive
- By air or road · about 95 km from Maun airport (MUB)
- Transfers
- Arrive by light aircraft at the reserve’s airstrip, or arrange a road transfer from Maun. Self-drive arrivals are also available.
Good to know
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 14:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Children
- Ages 6 and over. Family rooms available
- Single travellers
- No single supplement
- Exclusive use
- Available
- Power
- Solar power
- Malaria
- Seasonal malaria risk. Ask your doctor about prevention.
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Good
- February: Good
- March: Good
- April: Good
- May: Good
- June: Good
- July: Good
- August: Good
- September: Good
- October: Good
- November: Good
- December: Good
- Good
Month-by-month notes
Feb
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Mar
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Apr
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
May
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Jun
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Jul
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Aug
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Sep
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Oct
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Nov
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
Dec
GoodWildlife: Open year-round, with hippo, elephant, buffalo and lion viewing.
Open for wildlife viewing throughout the year; mokoro excursions depend on water levels.
How we judge each month
- Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked October 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.