Chobe Game Lodge prides itself in offering a choice of land and water based activities and the most complete game experience within the Chobe area. Game drives are conducted in open sided 4x4 vehicles ensuring maximum visibility, while game viewing on the Chobe River is conducted by small, shallow draft and highly manoeuvrable boats, perfect for morning or sunset cruises. Enjoy a cruise along the Chobe River on the double-decker river cruiser, the Mosi-oa-Tunya, with on board bar & snacks. The resident professional guides & environmentalist also offer stargazing on the stargazing deck. Should you wish to pamper yourself, schedule an appointment with the in-house beautician or book the gym for a private workout.
What makes every visit to the Chobe National Park and the Chobe River front unique to travellers staying at Chobe Game Lodge is the fact that this premier establishment is the only permanent game lodge situated within the boundaries of Chobe National Park. Chobe Game Lodge is built along the banks of the Chobe River and offers un-surpassed views of the Chobe River and floodplains from its numerous communal areas as well as all its guest rooms.
Chobe National Park’s wildlife roams in abundance and diversity. It is home to the largest concentration of elephant in Africa and during the dry season these herds, as well as large herds of buffalo, congregate along the fertile flood plains of the Chobe River. Magnificent sightings of lion, wild dog, puku, red lechwe, sable, giraffe and roan antelope are also frequent in the area. Because of this incredible location, when staying at Chobe Game Lodge, guests have direct access to this amazing wildlife experience without having to enter and exit the National Park with every activity. The ability to observe the sun setting over the Chobe River, with a herd of elephant crossing through the river as a silhouette, is a potential experience unique to guests at Chobe Game Lodge.
Your stay at Chobe Game Lodge is fully inclusive of accommodation, all meals, local brand beverages, unlimited activities, park entrance fees as well as laundry service.
Chobe Game Lodge has 47 guest accommodation rooms which are all river facing and air conditioned with overhead fans, complimentary mini bar, en-suite bathrooms and private terrace. For those guests who demand the ultimate in exclusivity, Chobe Game Lodge has four river view suites, each with their own plunge pool and a separate lounge area. Electricity at the lodge is supplied via the national grid, and power is available 24 hours a day. Video cameras can be recharged in guest rooms - AC 220V.
Other facilities include a large swimming pool with terrace, an elevated riverside viewing deck to relax on as well as a reference library with lounge and terrace.
Meals are catered for at the terrace restaurant overlooking the Chobe River or at the riverside Boma depending on the weather and Executive Chef’s meal plan for your stay.
For guests needing to keep in touch, broadband internet access is available at the Thwene bar, a stylish cigar bar with a champion sized billiard table and outside terrace overlooking the Chobe River.
Chobe Game Lodge accepts children of all ages. Please note that no child care / baby sitting facilities and services are available and due to the nature of the lodge’s location, children must be under the care of their parents at all times.
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Chobe Chilwero Lodge
Deep in the heart of the Botswana wilderness lies Chobe Chilwero Lodge, one of the most enchanting places on earth. With gorgeous, breathtaking vistas as a backdrop, you'll come face-to-face with the abundant creatures of the bush, and some of the most spectacular sunsets Mother Nature bestows.
You will enjoy creature comforts - elegantly appointed accommodations, silver service, gourmet meals and fine wines. Relax in the luxurious thatched cottages, with modern freestanding baths, indoor and outdoor showers, terrace and private garden with hammock overlooking the magnificent Chobe River. There is also a library, curio shop and a communications centre. Although located in Botswana, this intimate lodge is easily accessed from Zambia and the world famous Victoria Falls. Guests can enjoy a day trip to visit the Falls if desired.
Enjoy thrilling guided game drives in open-sided 4X4 vehicles that bring you to the heart of Africa's largest concentration of elephants, as well as hippos, buffalos, puku, antelope, lions and other creatures that gather on the banks of the Chobe River. Or join the acclaimed guides on a wondrous water safari on specially adapted motorboats. Sundowner cruises are particularly spectacular on the Chobe River. Fishing excursions are also available (additional cost).
End each day with a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, followed by a sumptuous meal lovingly prepared by the expert culinary staff - a delicious, eclectic fusion of Western and African cuisine and delicacies - all topped off by a sampling of vintage wines and spirits from the cellar. It's the perfect complement to your one-of-a-kind African adventure. High teas are often served on the lawn under the shade of the trees.
Safaris follow ethical guiding practices, and we can reaveal to the visitor aspects of Botswana's flora and fauna, as well as the wide-ranging and unique geology of this peaceful, economically stable and friendly country.
