Chobe Game Lodge
Chobe Game Lodge is the only lodge inside the Chobe National Park. This 5 star Botswana safari lodge is situated on the magnificent Chobe River. This alone makes it a first-choice destination for that once-in-a-lifetime safari experience.
Chobe Game Lodge was built in the early 1970's. The luxury 5 star Botswana safari lodge was designed to make the most of the river frontage. The wide front veranda offers views of the river. This is from comfortable and elegantly appointed seating areas. Every room at Chobe Game Lodge has a balcony that faces the river. The recently built boardwalk has added a whole new dimension to game-viewing. You can simply find your favorite spot along this 250 meter elevated platform. Once you settle down, you can watch the ever-changing wildlife parade across the river. You will also have the view of wildlife in the islands, floodplains and even as far away as Namibia.
Staying at Chobe Game Lodge
Chobe Game Lodge is one of Africa’s historic lodges. This 5 star Botswana safari lodge has been around a long time. Over the decades the lodge has finessed into what you find today. Chobe Game Lodge is a place where guests feel at ease and at. It is one place with their incredible surroundings. In addition to the five-star amenities the lodge offers the perfect African safari stay in Botswana.
All the rooms at Chobe Game Lodge overlook the river. The decks overlook the Chobe National Park. Candles light up the many terraces and bar areas where you can find your own space. Accommodation at Chobe Game Lodge is comprised of 42 twin/double rooms. There are also four luxury private suites and one family unit. Rooms are all river-facing, with spacious decks and air-conditioning. The rooms are equipped with a complimentary mini-bar. There are seven inter-leading rooms at this 5 star Botswana safari lodge. They are ideal for friends and families traveling with children on African safari. There are no televisions in any of the rooms. Chobe Game Lodge is in the bush, so enjoy the tranquillity, the birds and the wildlife.
Standard River-view Rooms
Chobe Game Lodge’s stylish and comfortable standard rooms are on ground and first floor. All of these rooms are river facing as the name indicates. They have large terraces, sun loungers and complimentary mini-bars. All other in-room facilities can be found below:
- Complimentary mini-bar
- International multi-plug adapters
- Hairdryer
- Complimentary Chobe mammal & bird checklist
- Dressing gown and slippers
- Laundry bag for complimentary daily laundry service
- Insect repellent
- Tea/coffee-making facilities
- Safety deposit box
- Twin or Double configuration
- Veranda with deck chairs
- En suite bathroom with bath and shower
- Solar-heated water
- Ceiling fans and air-conditioning
Honeymoon Suite
Chobe Game Lodge has one private honeymoon suite. This beautiful suite is perfect for honeymooners or guests just looking to spoil themselves. Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton chose this lodge as the venue for their second wedding. They and their wedding party stayed in these very rooms. The suite has a similar configuration as the luxury private suites. The only difference is it does not have the extra twin room. The suite comes with a large private terrace, infinity plunge pool, dining area and lounge. All other facilities can be found below:
- Double bed configuration only
- International multi-plug adapters
- Hairdryer
- Complimentary Chobe mammal & bird checklist
- Dressing gown and slippers
- Laundry bag for complimentary daily laundry service
- Insect repellent
- Very large terrace
- Outdoor private dining facilities
- In-room private dining menu
- Sun loungers
- Deck chairs
- Private infinity plunge pool
- Lounge
- Tea/coffee-making facilities
- Complimentary mini-bar
- En suite bathroom with bath and shower
- Safety deposit box
- Solar-heated water
- Ceiling fans and air-conditioning
- Complimentary room service and private dining available
Luxury Family Suites
Chobe Game Lodge currently has three luxury family suites and one family suite. The latter is ideal for parents traveling with children to Africa. It can also accommodate groups or friends travelling together. The luxury family suite comprises a lounge area and a private terrace with infinity pool. There is a twin room and king size room and an inter-leading shared bathroom. All other facilities can be found below:
- 1 king double bedroom
- 1 twin room
- 1 en suite bathroom (to the double room) with bath and shower
- International multi-plug adapters
- Hairdryer
- Complimentary Chobe mammal & bird checklist
- Dressing gown and slippers
- Laundry bag for complimentary daily laundry service
- Insect repellent
- Lounge
- Complimentary mini-bar
- Tea/coffee-making facilities
- Safety deposit box
- Veranda with deck chairs
- Solar-heated water
- Ceiling fans and air-conditioning
- Baby cots and extra beds for small children available on request
- Chobe Game Lodge does not offer babysitting services.
Disabled Access at Chobe Game Lodge
Chobe Game Lodge is continually improving accessibility with further plans in the future. There are four wheelchair-accessible rooms. They are ideal for those on African disabled safari to Botswana. The rooms come with a spacious bathroom and large separate shower. There are many features of the lodge that make it easily accessible for travelers with disabilities.
Cancellation / Prepayment
PAYMENT & RESERVATIONS POLICY
Reservation and confirmation of a room at Chobe Game Lodge has requirements. Clients are required to pay 50% down payment for the requested services. The balance will be required at least 14 days prior to your date of arrival.
African Safari Tour will hold a reservation for up to seven days at a client's request. This is to allow the client time to send a deposit payment. This is if Chobe Game Lodge booking are over a month prior to the service. This must be received before we can confirm your booking. If confirmation is not received within the seven days all blocked rooms at Chobe Game Lodge will be automatically released for re-sale. The full amount of the service must be made within 14 days of date of arrival at Chobe Game Lodge. As for bookings within a month of service, full payment shall be requested for. This will be required before confirmation of Chobe Game Lodge is undertaken.
CANCELLATIONS
All cancellations must be received in writing. This will take effect from the date received by African Safari Tour. The following cancellation charges will apply.
More than 56 days before departure: No cancellation fee
56-49 days before departure: 25%
48-29 days before departure: 35%
28-0 days before departure: 100%
The non-issuing of an invoice or non-payment of deposit will not exempt passengers from these cancellation and administration fees. We regret we can make no exception to the charges and strongly recommend that insurance is taken out to cover cancellation fees. These cancellation charges can vary subject to the trading terms of our suppliers.
Children and extra beds
Children older than 2 years are welcome at Chobe Game Lodge. One child from 2 to 11.9 years is charged 50 % of the room stay per night and person in an extra bed.
The maximum number of extra beds for children in a room is 2.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Accepted credit cards
Visa Card, MasterCard, American Express
Check-in time
11:00
Check-out time
10:00