SHINDE FOOTSTEPS

Shinde Footsteps

Hidden on a remote island in the Shinde Concession of the northeastern Okavango Delta, Shinde Footsteps is an intimate and low-impact safari camp that delivers a truly immersive wilderness experience. Surrounded by pristine floodplains, woodlands, and winding waterways, the camp is ideally located for walking safaris and light-footprint exploration in one of Botswana’s most ecologically rich regions.

Designed to bring guests as close to nature as possible, Shinde Footsteps celebrates simplicity, authenticity, and adventure. It’s a camp for those who seek to disconnect from the modern world and reconnect with the rhythms of the wild—guided by expert trackers and the ancient stories written across the Delta’s landscape.

Accommodations:

Shinde Footsteps offers just four traditional canvas tents, including one family tent, ensuring a private and peaceful atmosphere. Each tent is comfortably furnished with twin or double beds, shaded outdoor seating, and en-suite bush bathrooms that include flush toilets and bucket showers—hot water delivered on request after a day of exploration.

The main area is a relaxed and open space, featuring a simple dining tent, firepit, and shaded seating areas where guests can gather, share stories, and enjoy meals prepared over an open flame. With no permanent structures and minimal infrastructure, the camp leaves little trace on the land—true to its ethos of sustainable, low-impact travel.

Activities:

Shinde Footsteps is best known for its exceptional walking safaris, but also offers a variety of flexible experiences depending on conditions and guest interests:

Walking Safaris: Led by skilled and passionate guides, bush walks are the heart of the Footsteps experience. Track wildlife on foot, interpret animal spoor, and learn about the intricate relationships between plants, insects, birds, and mammals. The slower pace invites deep engagement with the environment and a new appreciation for the Delta’s subtle beauty.

Game Drives: Morning and afternoon drives complement walking activities, allowing for broader exploration of the concession and the opportunity to spot larger game such as lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo.

Mokoro Excursions: When water levels permit, explore the surrounding channels by mokoro (dugout canoe), gliding silently through the reeds to observe birdlife, frogs, and aquatic species.

Birding: The Shinde Concession is a haven for birders, with over 400 species recorded. Guests can expect sightings of everything from African skimmers and pygmy geese to rare species like Pel’s fishing owl and the African hobby.

Family-Focused Activities: With its safe, small-scale setting and tailored program, Shinde Footsteps also runs a “Young Explorers” family safari—engaging children in bushcraft, tracking, and outdoor learning with a fun and educational twist.

Additional Amenities:

Though simple by design, Shinde Footsteps delivers thoughtful comforts and genuine warmth throughout the experience:

Hearty Bush Meals: Food is homemade and satisfying, served al fresco whenever possible. Whether it’s a fireside breakfast or a candlelit dinner under the stars, meals are an integral part of camp life.

Eco-Friendly Ethos: Operating with a minimal footprint, the camp avoids permanent infrastructure and uses solar power, sustainable materials, and environmentally responsible practices to preserve the natural surroundings.

Authentic Hospitality: The close-knit team at Footsteps is dedicated, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing the bush in its purest form—creating a safe, welcoming space where guests feel part of something special.

For adventurous travelers seeking a deeper connection to the land, Shinde Footsteps offers a soulful and truly authentic Okavango experience—where the focus is not just on what you see, but how you feel walking in the footsteps of the wild.

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