A spectacular location on the banks of Chobe River and the first 5* safari accommodation in Botswana

This place is special. Not just because it is the only permanent lodge inside Chobe National Park, or because celebrity couple Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton chose to get married (for the second time!) here back in 1975. Instead guests come here because this spectacular lodge is located right on the banks of the Chobe River in one of the most iconic safari destinations in Botswana, and indeed Africa.

The 250 m elevated boardwalk and viewing deck are fantastic vantage points for wildlife viewing out across the river, islands and floodplain, and together with daily game drives and river safaris a stay at Chobe Game Lodge is the stuff of dreams. The lodge has 40 standard rooms and 4 suites, all of which are en-suite and river-facing with air conditioning and a private terrace. The suites even come with their own plunge pools for the ultimate luxury safari experience. For the energetic there's a gym, and for those who fancy a bit of pampering after a long morning out in the bush the spa offers several treatments. Hot afternoons are all about refreshing drinks by the large pool, and effortless relaxation in tranquility and privacy. The lodge also boasts several open plan lounges, a riverside boma, 4 dining areas and a couple of bars. Travellers with disabilities will be pleased to know that recent development and renovation at the lodge has been designed with accessibility in mind.

One of the things we love about Chobe Game Lodge is their commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism initiatives, in particular the electric solar powered fleet of safari vehicles and boats. A great way of enjoying the environment whilst protecting it at the same time.