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Take in the spectacular sunsets over the Chobe River when at the luxury safari destination of Chobe Chilwero in Botswana. The name of this luxury lodge means ‘place of high view’ in the local language and it literally does offer unparalleled panoramic views across the islands and floodplains as far as neighbouring Namibia.
Stay in absolute comfort and privacy in the luxury thatched chalets at Chobe Chilwero done up in classic African style and offering you every amenity you can think of. The main lodge with its swimming pool, expansive decks and in-house spa is welcoming and inviting and the gourmet meals on offer, accompanied by fine wines, will tempt even the most jaded palates.
Explore the region by game drives into Chobe National Park to wander amongst the great herds of elephants found in this area as well as the thrilling sight of lions stalking the prey that gathers on the riverbanks. See hippos, buffalos, antelope and much, much more on these daily excursions. Other ways to get around for a completely different take on the landscape include the motorized boating safaris and sunset cruises down the Chobe River.
Chobe Chilwero – a luxury riverside retreat in Botswana’s Chobe region
Stay in one of 15 luxury, thatched cottages at the upmarket Chobe Chilwero in the Chobe region of Botswana. Each cottage has been designed with your comfort in mind from the en-suite facilities plus outdoor shower, private garden with hammock to the sala or private balcony. All the amenities you will need from mosquito nets, ceiling fans, air-conditioning, mini-bar to in-room safe are provided at this luxury accommodation venue with its classic ethnic décor.
For some armchair game viewing head to the elegant lounge and dining room that links on to spacious patios. The main lodge is also home to the library, curio shop and communications centre. Spend your afternoons in the split-level swimming pool or being pampered in the spa.
Meals are gourmet affairs accompanied by the best of South African and European wines, dip into African-European fusion dishes at dinner, high teas are to be enjoyed on the lawns under the shade of indigenous trees.
Take your pick of ways in which to explore the surrounding areas. Game drives, motorized boat safaris, floating safaris and sundowner cruises are all options at the luxury Chobe Chilwero. Head into the Chobe National Park on game drives to see buffalo, antelope, giraffe and lion as well as the magnificent herds of elephants that the Chobe region is so famous for.
End your day sipping on cocktails while floating down the Chobe River on a sunset cruise, these specially designed riverboats will get you up close to elephants wading in the river and the other game gathered on the banks. Both birders and anglers are catered for at this luxury safari destination as there is an abundance of both found in this region.
Head out on a daytrip to nearby Victoria Falls with its myriad adventure attractions such as bungee jumping, river rafting, helicopter flips as well as elephant back safaris.
Chobe Chilwero is a luxury safari destination bordering on Botswana’s Chobe National Park.