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Chobe Safari Lodge

4.0 star property
Upscale lodge with free breakfast and free valet parking

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Fitness facility
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Exterior
Deluxe Tent
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

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  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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Murchison Falls National Park, Karuma
  • Popular LocationMurchison Falls National Park31 min drive
  • Popular LocationKaruma Falls Viewpoint31 min drive

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds

Family Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
  • 119 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 67 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Tent

Standard Tent

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Desk
  • 70 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Tent

Deluxe Tent

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Desk
  • 77 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Presidential Cottage

Presidential Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 191 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Desk
  • 44 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Tent

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Minibar
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 100 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds

Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 67 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Karuma

At Chobe Safari Lodge, you'll be 15.9 km (9.9 mi) from Murchison Falls National Park and 16.7 km (10.4 mi) from Karuma Falls Viewpoint. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. At the lodge's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym and kids' swimming pool. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Free English breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.
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What's nearby

  • Murchison Falls National Park - 31 min drive
  • Karuma Falls Viewpoint - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chobe Safari Lodge Restaurant - 1 min walk

About this property

Chobe Safari Lodge

Upscale lodge with free breakfast and free valet parking
Chobe Safari Lodge offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Chobe Safari Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 4-star Karuma lodge is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Chobe Safari Lodge offers 63 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) and Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 130.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Additional fee: USD 40 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Murchison Falls National Park. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the national park.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 600 per vehicle (return)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 130.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Chobe Safari Lodge Karuma
Chobe Safari Karuma
Chobe Safari Lodge Lodge
Chobe Safari Lodge Karuma
Chobe Safari Lodge Lodge Karuma

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Chobe Safari Lodge?

Chobe Safari Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Chobe Safari Lodge?

Yep, Chobe Safari Lodge has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at Chobe Safari Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs and facials.

Does Chobe Safari Lodge have a pool?

Chobe Safari Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Chobe Safari Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Chobe Safari Lodge.

Is Chobe Safari Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Chobe Safari Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Chobe Safari Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary English brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chobe Safari Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Chobe Safari Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Chobe Safari Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Chobe Safari Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Chobe Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 11 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Even with some small confusion about which rooms we reserved, we enjoyed our stay and appreciated the hospitality and humor of the staff and beauty and comfort of the facilities!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

MN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The terms of the hotel are not properly stated at booking. The charges are based on per head rather than per room: a two bed room offered at booking is charged double at check in due to being two people, something that is not mentioned when booking. Each person is charged $40 per day for entering the park where the property exists and this is not mentioned in the booking. The hotel attendants didn’t do a good job answering questions/addressing these concerns. Management needs to edit their booking so it states that the hotel charges per head rather than hotel room and address the park fees so guests know ahead of time. Rather than this, the hotel itself was a good experience and the attendants made sure we got tour guides into the park to see animals.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Fernando

Fantastic place,very beautiful,amazing views Rooms very nice and with good equipment Employes fantastic people very nice inded Comum areas poor, without confort with exception of swiming pools zones and bar Many power cuts, poor internet and working only in public zones. Potencial to be a great resort, but medium quality at this time Food is good with many options
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing views in a beautiful setting.
this is our second visit in two years. We brought 4 friends this time and they were amazed by the accommodations and view. The pool and poolside bar are lovely (including the bartender, Toby). We highly recommend the spa and range of massages offered. Two notes: First, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included...remember this when considering the room rate. Second, there is a charge to enter the national park in which the lodge is located...$50 US PER PERSON for non-citizens, a vehicle fee, and a small charge for citizens. Third, although we did not do it, there is a "safari" option available for only $20 for a van full of guests if you use your own vehicle and driver. You stay within the park and take some backroads with the guide riding along with you directing and spotting.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

2/10 Terrible

Robert, Kampala

I got an email that they transferred my booking to Paraa lodge as Chobe lodge was full. If Chobe lodge is full why did Expedia accept my booking in the first place. Later I found out that the fool Kanye West arrived in Chobe lodge which is probably the reason for the transfer. I booked in Chobe lodge as Paraa lodge is getting old and the food is lousy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Bruce, Florida

I didn't book this lodge. I booked the Chobe lodge in Botswana. Expedia screwed up and booked the wrong one. That mistake almost cost me this vacation. I was lucky that they had a room available that I had to pay for and wait for Expedia to agree to reimburse me for the money I paid them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jackie, Oklahoma USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
it is such a beautiful place
The swimming pool was out of this world, 3 spacious pools and very very clean. The food was good and the staff was great to help us. Our only problem was the land ride and boat ride for the safari to see the animals. We had a bad driver and he hit a bump really fast and caused one of our people to hit the roof of the vehicle and cut her face in 2 places. We had to take her to the hospital to get stitches and never got to go on the safari. If y oui u go out early in the morning be sure and wear a coat or take a blanket because it is very very cold. The hotel gave us our money back with no problem. I would return because it is such an amazing place. It is nicer than Paraa Lodge by far. Paraa Lodge is the best place if you are going on the safari to see the animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Taro, Tokyo

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my third time staying at Chobe and it was again nice stay. Friendly staff, especially housekeepers were very professional. I also relaxed at the tent and enjoyed watching nature from the balcony, restaurants, and swimming pools. We could watch hippos from the restaurant at dinner. Also we have to be careful because some animals such as baboons and Savanna monkeys visited the balcony, a baboon even took my snacks and he seemed to know we have something to eat. One thing I regret was there were a conference and the speakers were too loud and disturb the peaceful and quiet atmosphere completely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Veel waarde voor een te hoge prijs
Prachtige locatie. Minpunten: geen wifi op de kamer terwijl dit wel beloofd wordt. Relatief minpuntje: geen TV op de kamer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018