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Kwalape Safari Lodge

2.5 star property

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$58
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May

Explore the area

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Plot 82RO along Kazungula Kasane road, Chobe, Kasane
  • Place, Mowana Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, CARACAL Biodiversity Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Prison Tree
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kasane (BBK)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet (Kwalape)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room (Kwalape)

Standard Room (Kwalape)

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Tent

Tent

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Kasane

At Kwalape Safari Lodge you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Cuando River and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Mowana Golf Course. Highlights at this Art Deco lodge include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The lodge's own poolside bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Kasane lodge, you'll be 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Kasika Conservancy and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from The Prison Tree.
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What's nearby

  • Mowana Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • CARACAL Biodiversity Center - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • The Prison Tree - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Chobe Crocodile Farm - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Chobe National Park - Sedudu Gate - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Kasane (BBK) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cresta Mowana Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pepe Nero - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Buzz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thebe Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Safari bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Kwalape Safari Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Kwalape Safari Lodge. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Kwalape Safari Lodge was completed in September 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Kasane lodge.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Kwalape Safari Lodge offers 45 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - September 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 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

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: BWP 45 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: BWP 22.50 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Kwalape Safari Lodge?

Yep, Kwalape Safari Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Kwalape Safari Lodge?

As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kwalape Safari Lodge on 19 May 2026 start from NZ$58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kwalape Safari Lodge have a pool?

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

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

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kwalape Safari Lodge?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kwalape Safari Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kwalape Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 134 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in a safari tent for 3 nights. A great value! You have to ask for towels. They were not in the room. Staff were wonderful. Place was clean and the outdoor bathroom was charming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My tent was clean and the staff were very nice. My “amenities” included toilet paper, 4 condoms, but no bath towel! Outdoor bathroom was lovely, but the overhang did not cover the toilet, so when it rained…….
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time using this place and the same disappoint came again- the horrible boat cruise experience. The first time some years ago we were stuck in middle of a river, had to plead with a passing boat to jump in, I had an infant and my mother and wife. No apology whatsoever came. This time around . Another of their terrible boat cruise offering jammed with us and struggled to move untill it was literally dark and the only one left, What bothers me is that nobody apologised for all this trauma.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tryphaena

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The garden surrounds and leafy setting around the accommodation were lovely. The soft furnishings in the restaurant areas were tired and a bit grubby. Dinner and breakfast was uninspiring with ordinary presentation. We found a restaurant in town that served much better food. We stayed in a glamping tent, which was fine. Suggest that the tents need a mirror in the bathroom and a bedside table. Towel racks or hooks in the bathroom would have enabled towels to dry. Staff were attentive and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

J Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful place to stay!

This is a wonderful place to stay! Great food, great rooms, great people! Could not have been happier.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy to find from the border crossing. Food average to good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Wilson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Want Tranquility, smartness and utmost hospitality, think Kwalape. It took two days to fix the drain from the shower in room 8, though.

6/10 Okay

Taonanyasha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Beautiful forest amongst the lodges. Easy to set up rides to Victoria Falls and Chobe park. A must stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

natan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Worst experience

Stay away guys! I got terrible bed bugs in two of their tents. The first time it happened to me in Africa. The management didn’t care and didn’t offer any compensation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom of our tend had no roof and is the rain season. Terrible experience. We checked-out 2 days before and change lodge but I’m steel waiting for the refound from Expedia. Terrible! Never again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Right on the main road in Kasane

Great swimming pool and nice restaurant. Lots of bird and gardens. The staff was friendly and helpful. They hooked me up with the tours. It was great except I did get lots of mosquito bites. Next time I’ll use more repellent. You can Easily take a shared taxi for 5 pula.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I have been to Chobe is game after game.

The stay was good, the service and cleanliness not to talk about the food. I enjoyed every minute looking forward to visiting Chobe again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Lorena

Liked: Staff & service

Nice area

Very nice location, with big beautiful gardens with lots of lakes and birds. The bar and the pool area are very nice and we spent a great time swimming and chilling out. Restaurant offers a big menu and everything we tried was tasty and reasonable priced. We slept in a fornitured tent that was spacious but too hot, even with a fan on. The shared toilets and showers were always a bit dirty and they were definitely too old. We had a bit of trouble at the check-in. They put us in a tent that was already occupied. Also they told us that the accommodation was not paid yet but it was (by Hotels.com). Apart from that everything was nice and the staff was polite.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run, professional staff, and one of the more affordable places to stay in the Kasane area. The food was excellent,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

adeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Quiet place for few days

Nice place few kilometers (5-6 km) to Nata. You need to take a taxi to go there. Shady, quiet. We stayed in a safari tent. The bedding is not very confortable and no plug inside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nishi, West Windsor, New Jersey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the safari tents and it was much more comfortable than we expected. The staff went above and beyond to help accommodate us. They found us a free tent at 6am when we arrived, helped us arrange bus tickets and were knowledgeable about any questions we had. The pool was cold but that’s what happens in winter. There were many places to relax around. It was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location. Chalets very clean. Had a feel of wilderness to it. The staff are really friendly. Went an extra mile to make our stay great . Highly recommended ...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff. Nice pool. Clean and comfortable bed. AC and heater were working and needed. The staff were able to arrange game drives and cruises which were very affordable. We also went for a day trip to Victoria Falls.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristofer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

nice people

Very nice staff, cold in the tent but worth the money.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Megan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mediocre

Overall, the stay was fine. The rooms were small and in need of some repairs and the furniture was broken. Needs new flooring in the room. The bathroom was nice though the only window that opened was very small and did not have a screen. The pool area was nice. The restaurant took 1.5 hours to get our food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019