Drotsky's Cabins, Camping Site near Shakawe

Description

In the North-Western corner of Botswana, situated on the banks of the Okavango River, in the panhandle of the Delta, you will find the lush green lawns and tall, shady indigenous trees, a paradise called Drotsky's Cabins. Thirty years ago, Jan and Eileen Drotsky put their roots down here, and today still own and manage the Cabins, one of the first lodges in Botswana.

At Drotsky's you will receive a warm welcome, enjoy personalised attention, and get local knowledge from owners and staff alike on the nature and communities in the region. The area is a birding and fishing paradise. Drotsky's is the ideal stop over for tourists en route from or to Namibia and a wonderful place to relax for a few days while enjoying a boat cruise on the Okavango River, or visit the nearby World Heritage Site of Tsodilo Hills and Mahangu National Park.

Bird life is abundant at Drotsky's, and the staff will be quick to point out their local specials such as the Brown Firefinch and White-backed Night Heron, or the haunting call of Pel's Fishing Owl.

A boat cruise from Drotsky's is the perfect way to witness the feeding frenzy of the Barbel Run, taking place from August to October each year. Thousands of barbel swim upstream in the Okavango River, slapping their tails to create confusion amongst the smaller fish species, which soon becomes the barbel's next meal. The ever opportunistic tiger fish join in the hunt, while hundreds of Egrets, Darters and Cormorant follows suite, and keen fishermen cast their lines and try to hook "the big one".

Campers can enjoy their meals at the main lodge at Drotsky's Cabins. All meals are freshly prepared and therefore reservations are essential. Firewood can also be purchased at the main lodge.

Lounge area
A variety of ice cold beverages are available in the lounge area at the campsite, where one can relax with a beautiful view over the Okavango River. Sports fanatics are welcome to stroll over to the main bar at the cabins, where a flat screen television shows both local and international sport.

Boma fire
A fire is lit in the boma area each night, where guests can gather to discuss their eventful day, finalise plans for further travel, or simply mellow around the campfire.

Types of accommodation:

20 large and shaded campsites: Situated on the Okavango River banks; Sparkling clean ablutions; Piping hot showers; Flush toilets; Lounge area overlooking the river
10 wooden chalets: Twin beds; En-suite bathrooms; Patio; Television; Air-conditioner; Tea and coffee making facilities

Facilities described:

Twenty spacious campsites nestle under shady indigenous trees on the banks of the Okavango River and are supplied with 220V plugs and electric lights. The ablution blocks are sparkling clean and have flush toilets and piping hot showers, while ice cold drinks are available from the lounge area overlooking the river

Shared ablutionChalets or other accommodationElectrical outletsSand covered sitesBraai standsWater at campsiteLots of shadeHot showersCredit card facilitiesRestaurantDish wash and kitchen areaTent friendlyCaravan friendlyMotorhome friendlyWifi availableCellphone receptionGravel road access

Activities:

FishingWild animal watchingBoating and water sportBird watching

Campsite Environment:

Next to River | Private Reserve | Swimming Pool | Camping Chalets

Campsite is along / part of:
Cubango Campsites A35 Campsites

Drotsky's Cabins Map, with Directions:

-18.414772919221.883187294

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Latitude: -18.4147729192 Longitude: 21.883187294 WGS-84 Lat: S 18 24.886 WGS-84 Lon: E 21 52.991

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Distance to Town:

10km