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Chobe Bakwena Lodge | Chobe River Front
Bakwena Lodge is an intimate, privately owned eco-lodge on the banks of the Chobe River offering an inclusive safari option in an area with some of the finest game viewing to be had. Chobe is well known for its predators and is home to an estimated 200 000 elephants. Activities, all based in-house, are naturally focused on land and water safaris. Other activities on offer include a guided Village Walk/Bicycle Tour and a sundowner cruise to the meeting place of four countries (the only one in the world!). Bakwena's excellent guides will endeavour to make your stay in Chobe a highlight of any safari. The lodges’ eco-credentials include a natural swimming pool filtered entirely by plants, employment policies, food choices, building methods and a host of otherwise unseen ways in which any negatives to the lodge surroundings or environment are addressed.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Fast Facts
4 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 15
Special Interests: Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife
Standard Chalet means the room is either a Treetop or a Riverine Chalet. Guests will find out on arrival which room type they have been allocated.
All ten of our Riverine Chalets are nestled in an indigenous riverine forest.
Wake up to the sound of a fish eagle and fall asleep to the comforting grunt of a hippo! Relax in the privacy of your own verandah and enjoy the beauty of Africa.
For guests requesting King Sized beds, we do have mattress converters to convert 2 x 3/4 Twin beds into a King.
Indoor & Outdoor Shower
Ceiling Fan & Air Conditioner
Plug Sockets next to the beds
Hairdryer
Mosquito Net
Wifi
International Adaptor (hired from reception)
Standard Chalet means the room is either a Treetop or a Riverine Chalet. Guests will find out on arrival which room type they have been allocated.
All five of our Treetop Chalets are elevated 3 meters on stilts above ground and wrapped in a Tree Canopy. Please be advised these rooms do not have a view of the River.
Lose yourself in a secret world of incandescent light and leaves remembering why a tree house was a childhood dream.
For guests requesting King Sized beds, we do have mattress converters to convert 2 x 3/4 Twin beds into a King.
Indoor & Outdoor Showers
Ceiling Fan & Air Conditioner
Plug Sockets beside the beds
Hairdryer
Mosquito Net
Wifi
International Adaptor (hired from reception)
The Bakwena honeymoon suite is an incentive to take romance to a new level and boldly claim ‘I do!’ Celebrate love in luxury with Chobe charm. Long live the King!
A stand alone bath and air conditioning ensure ultimate comfort. Breathe in the good life on your private deck or indulge in a siesta on the delight of a day bed to the heart beat of Africa.
1 x King Bed
Lounge Area
Stand Alone Bath
Indoor Shower
Outdoor Shower
Ceiling Fan & Air Conditioner
Hairdryer
Mosquito Net
Wifi
International Adaptor (hired from reception)
River View
Treat your loved ones to a spacious and secluded family room. Furnished in tasteful minimalism using natural fibers makes this space a refreshing change from the clutter of daily life. An opulent king bed welcomes you with twins in the second room. A shared bathroom with an indoor and outdoor shower ensures no one is left wanting! Delicate hand sewn Madagascan lace floats through dappled morning light as the Chobe river rolls gently on. The deck is best enjoyed in silent reverie.
1 x Family Room (King Size Bed + 3/4 Size Twin Beds)
Indoor & Outdoor Shower
Ceiling Fan & Air Conditioner
Plug Sockets next to the beds
Hairdryer
Mosquito Net
Wifi
International Adaptor (hired from reception)
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card
Bakwena is the proud owner of six game vehicles allowing extended drives to suit guests and the chance to linger longer at game sightings.
Early bird and sedate afternoon drives ensure every box is ticked. Experienced guides with extensive knowledge of the Chobe National Park provide an entertaining and educational addition to your safari
There are boat cruises then there are Chobe cruises. Exquisite and beyond comparison the Chobe river boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife on the planet. Float past every creature on this continent great and small.
Time stands still, mirages of herds of elephant swimming and predators in slow motion. Salute the break of dawn with a strong brewed coffee or swirl gin and tonic at the pace of a setting sun.
Village Walkabout
In the words of Bakwena’s Adam Young “The cultural exchange is a means for us to break down a social barrier, transforming us into a ‘we’ based community.” Unlike the majority of developing countries Botswana has no slum areas. Integration rather than segregation is a way of life here just as human and wildlife conflict is reduced through day to day co-existence.
There is a tangible sense of integrity that sets this country apart. Through its government policies and conservation initiatives Botswana has raised the bar for fellow Africans.
Pedal Power
With 20 Cruiser bikes built for comfort Bakwena guests can safely enjoy the sights, sounds and scents of Africa. The sense of personal freedom and space is worth the effort, not to mention the excitement of seeing an elephant en route! Tours include the neighbouring village which can be guided or unguided on request.
Shinde | Okavango Delta
Nestled on a lush palm island in the heart of the northern Okavango Delta, Shinde is an intimate, classic camp located on the edge of Shinde Lagoon, which simply teems with animal and birdlife. The camps unique main area comprises of a multi-tiered dining room and lounge which is set under canvas under the shade of ebony and mangosteen trees.
Shinde was rebuilt in 2020. Shinde is an iconic camp, one of the first in the Okavango Delta, and loved by many. The new Shinde pays homage to its former self retaining the authentic classic safari style. The new tents and main area provide a luxury experience with a touch of historical charm. The décor of the new camp can be described as “the best of nature within an authentic safari design – still with the understated, friendly and intimate Ker & Downey Botswana feel”. Elegant, Classic, Opulent ‘Out of Africa’. A ‘worldly’ sophisticated safari experience. Every possible comfort has been created for – from full solar electricity and a private viewing deck, through to yoga mats! Accommodation is generally twin share on comfortable three quarter beds, however double accommodation is available on request.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Fast Facts
5 Star
Safari Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 8
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Fishing, Flora, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Shinde was rebuilt in 2020. Shinde is an iconic camp, one of the first in the Okavango Delta, and loved by many. The new Shinde pays homage to its former self retaining the authentic classic safari style. The new tents and main area provide a luxury experience with a touch of historical charm. The décor of the new camp can be described as “the best of nature within an authentic safari design – still with the understated, friendly and intimate Ker & Downey Botswana feel”. Elegant, Classic, Opulent ‘Out of Africa’. A ‘worldly’ sophisticated safari experience. Every possible comfort has been created for – from full solar electricity and a private viewing deck, through to yoga mats!
Guests are accommodated in a spacious, safari tent consisting of two bedrooms, shared en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor shower, hot and cold running water and flush toilet. The tents are well spaced, affording privacy whilst remaining within comfortable distance from the main camp area. Roomy enough to sleep a maximum of 5 people. Shinde takes children from the age of 7 years old.
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
Services
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Game drives are conducted by a personal guide in comfortable, specially designed game drive vehicles. When out on game drives our window seat guarantee ensures no more than four guests per vehicle and individual use of a camera mount..
Courtesy of its location Shinde can offer water activities all year-round. Explore the Okavango Deltaʼs crystal clear waterways by motorboat, and enjoy the magnificent variety of bird, plant and reptile species found in the area.
Mokoro provide a chance to experience the incredible bird, plant and reptile species found in the aquatic habitat of the Okavango Delta; such as sitatunga, fish eagles, painted reed frogs and malachite kingfishers. Climb aboard a Mokoro with your ʻpolerʼ and enjoy exploring the Okavango Deltaʼs tranquil waterways.
For the more adventurous, take a guided bush walk to gain a detailed understanding of this diverse environment, which features gems such as red lechwe bounding through marshy areas, a kaleidoscope of birdlife, plus predators and big game.
Fishing is available throughout the year (with exception of January and February), with excellent bream fishing from May to September and superb chances of landing tigerfish during September to mid-November. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy motorboat trips to some of the Okavango Deltaʼs best fishing spots, for a chance to experience the beautiful surroundings before landing a variety of species such as tilapia and tiger fish, African pike and sharp tooth catfish.
Night game drives are available after dinner offering the opportunity of seeing nocturnal inhabitants of the area.
Immerse yourself in a walking focused safari experience with our specialist guide.
Families can enjoy their guided walks accompanied by a young explorers Specialist Family guide.
Dine be neither the stars
Main area dining room