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.
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Lounge AreaCredit: Paul KarnstedtMain area
Lounge AreaCredit: Paul KarnstedtMain area
Boma AreaCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Eco Pool AreaCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Private dinners by the eco poolCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Upstairs Chill Out AreaCredit: Paul KarnstedtGreat view of River from our upstairs chill out area
Upstairs Chill Out AreaCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Upstairs Chill Out AreaCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Private dinners by the eco poolCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Eco PoolCredit: Tom Varley
Eco PoolCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Eco PoolCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Eco PoolCredit: Paul Karnstedt
View from upstairs chill out areaCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Private dinners by the eco poolCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Private dinners by the eco poolCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Dining AreaCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Game VehiclesCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtStandard Chalet - Riverine
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtInside the Riverine Chalet
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtStandard Chalet - Treetop
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor Seating Treetop Chalet
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtBathroom with indoor & outdoor shower - Treetop Chalet
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtView from the path - Treetop Chalet
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor Seating - Treetop Chalet
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor Seating - Treetop Chalet
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtStandard Chalet - Treetop
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtStandard Chalet - Treetop
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtStandard Chalet - Treetop Chalet
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtIndoor shower & bathroom - Treetop Chalet
Standard ChaletCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor Shower - Treetop Chalet
Honeymoon SuiteCredit: Paul Karnstedt
Honeymoon SuiteCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutside deck overlooking Chobe River
Honeymoon SuiteCredit: Paul KarnstedtBedroom & lounge
Honeymoon Suite Credit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor Area
Honeymoon SuiteCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor Shower
Honeymoon SuiteCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor Shower
Honeymoon SuiteCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor area
Honeymoon SuiteCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor area
Honeymoon SuiteCredit: Paul KarnstedtOutdoor area
Boat at the lodge jettyCredit: Paul KarnstedtBoat at the lodge jetty for the Four Corners Boat Cruise
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
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.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
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4 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 15
Special Interests: Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife