Ghoha Hills Savuti is a safari-style stay in the Savuti area of Chobe National Park, one of the most remote and rewarding parts of northern Botswana. Savuti is known for its open landscapes, its seasonal channel and its predators, and staying in the area rather than visiting for the day gives you far more time in the field. The details of the accommodation, such as the number of rooms, the style of the buildings and what is included, are best confirmed when you book, because the name and location are what we have to go on. For travellers who care more about wildlife than city comforts, this part of Chobe is a serious choice.
Location
Savuti lies in the western part of Chobe National Park, a long way from Kasane and also some distance from Maun and the Delta. Most visitors reach it by a long, sandy drive or by light aircraft, and many stays include transfers from a nearby airstrip or from the park gate.
Confirm exactly how you will arrive, how long the journey takes and whether park entry is part of your rate. Because the roads are sandy and slow, it is wise to plan arrival and departure days carefully and not to rush, and to avoid driving after dark.
Northern Botswana is organised around water, and where you sleep decides what your days look like. The Okavango Delta is reached from Maun, usually by light aircraft, boat or a long drive followed by a mokoro, and the Chobe River is reached from Kasane, where game drives and river cruises leave from the lodges and landing stages.
Savuti and the Linyanti swamps lie between the two and are remote enough that most stays there include transfers and activities. When you compare places to stay, look at how far you are from the activities you want and whether transfers are part of the rate.
What to expect
Only the name and general location are confirmed, so the details below are things to check rather than promises. Ask what meals are included, whether activities such as game drives, boat trips or mokoro excursions are part of the rate, what the transfer arrangements are and how the power and water supply work. In remote areas, electricity may be limited at certain hours, and Wi-Fi may be patchy or absent. Many travellers find that this adds to the experience, but it helps to know before you arrive.
Who it suits
Experienced safari-goers, photographers and adventurous couples who are comfortable with remote surroundings and long transfers. It may be less suited to travellers who want shops, restaurants and Wi-Fi close by, or to anyone with mobility concerns who would find rough tracks difficult. Families with young children should ask about age policies and safety arrangements. Combining Savuti with a few nights on the Chobe riverfront or in the Delta gives a fuller picture of the region, and the lodge may be able to help with sensible routing.
Booking tips
Book early for June to October, when the best places fill months ahead, and compare dates in the green season if your plans are flexible. Confirm your arrival time, particularly if you are flying into Maun or Kasane and need a transfer, and ask what happens if a flight is delayed. Bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and layers, and keep a printed or saved copy of your confirmation. Ask whether laundry is available if your trip is long.
Why stay here
- ✓Safari-style accommodation (check room types)
- ✓Meals (check what is included)
- ✓Game drives (check whether included)
- ✓Transfers from airstrip or gate (ask in advance)
- ✓Power and water arrangements (check when you book)
- ✓Wi-Fi (may be limited, check when you book)
- ✓Guides and activity help
- ✓Dining area or lounge (check when you book)
Good questions
Where is Ghoha Hills Savuti?+
It is in the Savuti area of Chobe National Park, in the western part of the park, a long way from Kasane.
How do I get there?+
Most visitors arrive by a long sandy drive or by light aircraft. Ask the lodge about transfers when you book.
Are activities included?+
This varies by rate, so check whether game drives and park fees are part of the price before you reserve.
