Chobe National Park

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero

‘Child-Friendly Lodge with Superior Luxury’

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero is located on the border of the Chobe National Park, the second largest national park in Botswana and home to an estimated 70,000 elephants, said to be the highest population of elephants in Africa. In addition to game drives, the lodge also carries out cruise safaris on double-tiered boats where you can observe the game from 360 degree swivel seats. At the camp, children can enjoy their own guided walks and game drives, whilst parents can unwind in the swimming pool or with a soothing treatment at the Spa. In the evening, exquisite cuisine can be savoured in a hilltop lodge overlooking panoramic views of the Chobe River. With their luxurious free-standing tubs, thatched cottages provide a welcoming retreat after a day in the bush.

In Our Opinion

‘Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero offers a camp with exceptional facilities and great game viewing opportunities.’

Breakfast & Lunch
Following a full English or continental breakfast you will then depart on a morning game drive, with a choice of home-made pizza or a three course meal available for lunch when you return. Afternoon tea is then served to the backdrop of the Chobe River before you continue on an afternoon game drive.
Dinner
In the evening savour exquisite cuisine at the hilltop lodge as you admire panoramic views of the Chobe River. After a signature dish of Botswana beef fillet served with seasonal vegetables, treat yourself to fresh chocolate brownies and wine from the temperature controlled cellar - which houses a large variety of the finest South African wines. Vegeterian dishes are also available.

Leisure:
• Split-level swimming pool

Services:
• Library
• Shop

Spa

The perfect place to relax after a day of game viewing, the Spa offers a range of soothing treatments. Facilities include an indoor spa bath, vichy showers, hydrotherapy pool, plunge pool, relaxation area and private treatment rooms; one of which is perched in the tree tops.

Fishing excursions

Guests can expect to catch fish such as bream and tigerfish, with all fishing done on a catch and release basis. Included is the use of the boat and fishing equipment for 3 hours. Maximum of 3 people per boat and subject to availability.

Tour of Victoria Falls

An hour and a half drive away, guests can enjoy a tour through the rainforest and viewing points of the Victoria Falls, followed by shopping at the open-air markets.

Guests at Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero can enjoy game drives, photographic cruise safaris and sundowner cruise safaris.

Game drives

Led by highly qualified guides, game drives are carried out in customised open 4x4 vehicles and can be enjoyed either in the morning or afternoon. Chobe National Park is home to an estimated 70,000 elephants, said to be the highest population of elephants in Africa.

Photographic cruise safaris 

Seating up to 18 guests in 360 degree swivel seats, the safari boat offers a unique way to experience Chobe and provides excellent photograph opportunities. The upper deck of the boat reveals a superb vantage point of the river and wildlife, whilst the lower deck offers a relaxed atmosphere with its bar area.

Sundowner cruise safaris

End your day with a cocktail on one of these specially designed riverboats as you watch the sunset over the Chobe River. In the cooler evenings you may be able to see buffalos up close as they come out of the shade to graze or elephants as they wade in the river.

Animals you may see:
• Buffalos
• Lions
• Cheetahs
• Leopards
• Antelopes
• Impalas
• Warthogs
• Wild dogs
• Hyenas
• Zebras
• Giraffes
• Elephants

Birds you may see:
• Sacred ibis
• Egyptian geese
• Fish eagles
• Martial eagles
• Carmine bee-eaters

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero welcomes families with children of all ages and offers the following facilities and services to ensure they have an enjoyable stay. Children between the ages of 5 and 11 years are permitted to participate in game drives, at the sole discretion of the lodge manager.

Amenities
• Children’s backpack
• Colouring book & pencils
• Water bottle
• Torch & binoculars

Dining
• Children’s menus
• Evening meals can be served earlier

Leisure
• Children’s guided walking safaris
• Children’s game drives
• Learning about tree identification
• Safari hunt with hidden clues
• Children’s croquet
• Pizza making with the chef

Babysitting
• Babysitting service available
• Additional fee required

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero operates on an all-inclusive basis, for full details see below.

Dining
• All meals
• All drinks (excluding premium brands)

Leisure
Two game viewing activities per day, with a choice from the following:
• Morning game drives
• Afternoon game drives
• Sundowner cruises

Other
• Transfer to/from camp & airstrip
• Park fees
• Laundry service
• Emergency medical evacuation

Location

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero is located on the border of the Chobe National Park, the second largest national park in Botswana.
• 10 minute drive from Kasane Airport to the lodge