Kings Pool Camp (Linyanti Reserve, Botswana): See 38 Reviews and 72 Photos

Also Known As:: Kings Pool Camp Hotel; Kings Pool Camp Hotel Linyanti Reserve

Address: Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, Linyanti Reserve, Botswana

Region: Botswana > North-West District > Linyanti Reserve

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Room Service Suites Swimming Pool

Hotel Style:

Ranked #1 of 4 Speciality lodging in Linyanti Reserve

Price range (per night): S$750 - 1,787

Hotel Class:5 star (5*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Kings Pool Camp – Linyanti ConcessionWatch an elephant’s foot or stretch out in luxury and watch them come to drink at the King’s Pool – named for Scandinavian royalty.About Kings Pool CampThis luxurious and stylish camp has nine well-appointed rooms of canvas and thatch, each with a large en-suite bedroom and lounge. Folding doors lead to a veranda with private plunge pool, separate thatched sala to soak up the views, and an outdoor shower. The lounge and dining areas are set on expansive decks, and there is a pool and an open-air ‘kgotla’ (boma) for evening dining under the stars. An open-sided thatched gym is available for the energetic.Environment and WildlifeKings Pool Camp overlooks the oxbow-shaped Kings Pool Lagoon and Linyanti River system in the central part of the concession. The area around Kings Pool is characterised by open grassland, typical riparian woodland and mopane woodland dominating the interior. Large elephant herds usually traverse the area together with wildebeest, zebra, giraffe, waterbuck, steenbok, warthog and roan. Predators such as lion, cheetah, leopard, hyaena and wild dog all occur. Experiencing Kings Pool CampDay and night game drivesGuided walks (on request)Unique eye-level hide – see elephant feet and trunks almost within touching distance while safely insideBarge cruises along the Linyanti River (seasonal)Seasonal catch-and-release fishing ... more less

Safari_Tim

Issaquah, Washington

Senior Contributor

21 reviews

15 hotel reviews

Reviews in 11 cities

36 helpful votes

“Fit For a King!”

Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

I had packed my stuff up at Zarafa, and was sad to leave, but another leg to my adventure awaited me at King’s Pool. I took a ride in a Land Rover for about 20 minutes before we stopped at a large body of water. On the shores there was a boat waiting for me. The man driving the boat... More

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Susan B

Hopkinton

Reviewer

3 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

“Fabulous Experience”

Reviewed 7 May 2013

Our anniversary stay at King's Pool camp was exceptional. The rooms were everything you thought they could be from the Wilderness Safari website. The staff's service level was very high and the food delightful. Alex was a wonderful guide and our lengthy experiences with two leopards will always be cherished. Dinner in the bush with a nearby grazing hippo only... More

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mp_dc_202

Washington DC, District of Columbia

5 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

“Ask for Khan!”

Reviewed 5 May 2013

Just returned from a wonderful 3 days at Kings Pool. Khan, our guide was highly knowledgable. We had an oppy to see a wild dog in full hunt of an impala. Very interesting. The food was delicious, the service excellent, and the staff terrific. (Also if you're going from camp to camp, this was the best gift shop we saw.... More

Irene R

Sandton

Senior Reviewer

8 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

17 helpful votes

“Outstanding in every respect”

Reviewed 4 May 2013

We first stayed at Jao Camp and did not think there was anything better. The managers were always at hand and everyone without exception was extremely helpful and friendly. The boat-trip is an absolute MUST. It is sheer heaven. Also the elegant dinner in the bush with lanterns everywhere was very romantic. The food was good and the wines of... More

PratimaJohannesburg

Johannesburg

22 reviews

12 hotel reviews

Reviews in 12 cities

8 helpful votes

“Try Another Camp”

Reviewed 27 April 2013

Having spent 3 nights at Jao Camp in the Delta, we arrived at Kings Pool Camp to a frosty start. Ndebo was to become later, a wealth of knowledge but when he picked us up at the airstrip, there was little introduction and welcome. We didn't know he was to be our ranger for the duration until we arrived for... More

We would like to thank the guests for their feedback and are glad that they enjoyed their overall stay with Wilderness in Botswana, albeit a few disappointing comments on King Pool camp. This is not the normal type of feedback we get on Kings Pool. We have addressed the comments below with the management, staff and operations team to ensure... More

StIppolytstraveller

Hertfordshire

9 reviews

5 hotel reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

12 helpful votes

“Wow! A wonderful lodge”

Reviewed 8 April 2013

It is hard to say anything different than previous reviewers. The lodge is a wonderful retreat and our room was spacious with a plunge pool, reclining lounges and an outside shaded area in which to enjoy a siesta or just relax and enjoy the views over the river and if you are lucky you will be able to watch the... More

SATravellerMaryland

Maryland

8 hotel reviews

11 helpful votes

“Must be the best in Botswana”

Reviewed 28 March 2013

It's hard to say what is the most impressive aspect of Kings Pool. The public areas of the lodge are chic and wide open, with a firepit to gather round should the weather require it. Food was fantastic. Executive Chef Wayne does a wonderful blend of European and traditional Botswana fare and makes every meal (and there are plenty of... More

li_wa6605

Zug, Switzerland

4 reviews

3 helpful votes

“Unforgettable”

Reviewed 19 February 2013

We stayed on Kings Pool a couple of years ago for our honey moon. It was our first stop in Botswana and it was just amazing and perfect in every way. The room was beautiful, food was very tasty and service was impeccable. I really hope we will have the opportunity to go back again. We are planning our trip... More

Julia B

Sydney, Australia

Contributor

16 reviews

10 hotel reviews

“Gorgeous, friendly and hippo heaven !!”

Reviewed 18 January 2013

Kings Pool Camp was wonderful, as was Vumbura Plains where we also stayed. Both are premier camps run by Wilderness Safaris who are a highly professional company. The following things apply to both camps: We travelled in early January 2013. The weather was hot but this was not a problem because the game drives occur in the early morning and... More

WhitehorseRichard

Whitehorse

36 reviews

9 hotel reviews

Reviews in 23 cities

24 helpful votes

“Exceptional Comfort for being in the Bush!”

Reviewed 16 December 2012

We wanted to stay longer at this deluxe camp, but they were fully booked. We loved the plunge pool at our private room. On our first night we had a lion growling at the front door, and hippos fighting at the back door in the water. It was an incredible experience! The trackers/drivers were very skilled. Our driver even found... More

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