Chobe Safari Lodge is one of the established places to stay in Kasane, and its appeal is simple: it is on the Chobe River, close to the entrance to the national park, in a town where most safari operators will collect you from the door. For travellers who want a sound mid-range base rather than a luxury lodge, it ticks the main boxes. Rooms and chalets are set in gardens along the riverbank, there is a swimming pool for the hot afternoons, a restaurant and bar, and the staff are used to guests heading off early for game drives and returning dusty. We could not verify an official website for the property, so the booking link goes to its Expedia page. It suits couples, families and independent travellers who want to combine Chobe safaris with a few nights in a comfortable lodge without paying park-lodge prices. As with any Kasane stay, the main decision is the season: the dry months from June to October bring the biggest wildlife concentrations and the highest demand, while November to March is hotter and cheaper.
Location and getting around: the lodge is on the river on the edge of Kasane, so cruises and game drives are a short transfer away, and most operators in this guide offer pickup in town. Kasane has shops, a supermarket and a small airport, and the border crossings to Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe are close. Because Victoria Falls is a separate trip, plan day excursions separately and check visa and transfer requirements for any crossings.
Rooms and routine: expect comfortable, simple rooms or chalets, with air-conditioning or fans depending on the category, and a garden setting. Ask for a river-facing room if available. A good routine is an early breakfast, a morning game drive or river cruise, a rest or swim at midday, then an afternoon outing or sunset cruise. Evenings are relaxed, with dinner at the lodge or in town. Because wildlife visits river lodges, take care walking at night and follow staff advice.
Good to know: breakfast arrangements, parking and Wi-Fi vary by rate and room, so read the Expedia page for current details. The lodge is a good fit for those who want to stretch a safari budget while staying right on the river. If you want to sleep inside the park, look at Chobe Game Lodge instead, and if you are visiting for a night only, this is a sensible, central choice. Book early for the dry season and check what activities, if any, can be arranged through reception.
Why stay here
- ✓Chobe River setting
- ✓Close to the park gate
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Restaurant and bar
- ✓Garden grounds
- ✓Safari operator pickups
- ✓Rooms and chalets
- ✓Walkable to Kasane shops
Good questions
Where is Chobe Safari Lodge?+
It is on the Chobe River on the edge of Kasane, close to the entrance of Chobe National Park. Most safari operators arrange pickups from the lodge.
Is it inside the park?+
No, it is in Kasane town, outside the park boundary. For an in-park stay, consider Chobe Game Lodge.
When is the best time to stay?+
The dry months from June to October have the largest wildlife concentrations and the highest demand. November to March is hotter, greener and generally cheaper.
