Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge

CEDARBERG RATING

Luxury

Overview

  • The most luxurious safari accommodation in the Chobe riverfront
  • Sunset river cruises on the Chobe river
  • Superb 4x4 game-viewing in the Chobe National Park
  • Stylish chalets are exquisitely appointed with decadent bathrooms
  • Full service spa, including treetop treatment room

Chobe Chilwero Lodge lies perched on a gentle hillside affording panoramic views over the Chobe River, its islands and floodplain. It lies only 5 minutes drive from the magnificent Chobe National Park.

Chobe Chilwero offers 14 spacious and exquisite thatched cottages yet has the facilities of a much larger lodge. Each spacious and air-conditioned room has an en suite bathroom with freestanding bath and seperate rain showers. Three of these rooms feature and extra bedroom - perfect for families. Each has its own private garden where you can sip cocktails after a day of game viewing, or enjoy a private dinner served under the African sky. The new Pool Suite features a private plunge pool and private deck area where you can relax with your cocktail or enjoy a private dinner for two under the stars.

The beautiful thatched Chobe Chilwero main lodge comprises a stylish and contemporary lounge and dining room linked by spectacular viewing decks overlooking the Chobe River. Meals are usually taken outdoors. Fine wines from the wine cellar make the perfect complement to each meal. High teas are often served on the lawn under the shade of the trees.

Other facilities at Chobe Chilwero include a secluded pool, library, wine and cigar cellar, communications centre, curio shop and full service spa with an treetop treatment room - a rarity in Botswana! Therapies range from a facial to massages, to relax and invigorate in true African style.

Game activities

Game activities include morning 4x4 safari game drives into Chobe National Park with its famous herds of elephant, as well as hippo, buffalo, puku, lion and other wildlife which congregate around the Chobe river banks. There are also huge herds of buffalo living in the towering teak forests that are characteristic of the area. Alternatively you can enjoy game-viewing by water on specially adapted motorboats. This allows you to see game from a completely different angle - looking up at them instead of down from a game vehicle. Sunset cruises are always special whilst fishing for the legendary tiger fish or bream can also be arranged on a catch and release basis. Chobe Chilwero aims to be as flexible as possible to cater for their guests' differing interests.

As well as game activities, you can relax in the split-level swimming pool, unwind at the spa or enjoy the lodge’s famous gourmet food. The spa offers a range of treatments to relax, restore and revitalise you.

Chobe Chilwero is one of the Sanctuary Lodges and you may like to combine it with either Chief's Camp, Baines Camp or Stanley's Camp, all in the Okavango Delta, or Sussi Lodge near Victoria Falls

At A Glance

  • Big 5
  • Birding hotspot
  • Good Food & Wine
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Wifi on premises
  • Wildlife

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge on the map

Rooms

Suites

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero’s fourteen Suites all command fabulous views and come with every convenience guests could hope for. Each suite measures approximately 61 square and has its own private garden – the perfect spot to sip cocktails, or enjoy a private dinner served under the African sky? Each ensuite offers a free standing bath tub, indoor and outdoor shower. The rooms are also equipped with air conditioning, hairdryer, ceiling fan, in-room safe, mosquito nets and mini bar. Complimentary wireless internet access is available in all of the rooms of the lodge.

Pool Suite

The Pool Suite features a private plunge pool, a private deck where guests will be able to enjoy private dinners for two under the stars (weather permitting) and special turn downs every night. Ensuite offers a free standing bath tub, indoor and outdoor shower. The room is also equipped with air conditioning, hairdryer, ceiling fan, in-room safe, mosquito nets and mini bar. Complimentary wireless internet access is available in all of the rooms of the lodge.

Family Suite

Three of Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero’s fourteen Suites also feature an extra bedroom, ideal for families. These Suites command fabulous views and come with every convenience guests could hope for. Each suite has its own private garden – the perfect spot to sip cocktails, or enjoy a private dinner served under the African sky? Each ensuite offers a free standing bath tub, indoor and outdoor shower. The rooms are also equipped with air conditioning, hairdryer, ceiling fan, in-room safe, mosquito nets and mini bar. Complimentary wireless internet access is available in all of the rooms of the lodge.

Exclusive Offers

Large Family Offer

Groups of 8 people - one person stays for free, Groups of 12 people, 2 people stay for free and 2 private vehicles

Terms & Conditions: Must have 6+ full paying adults, Also valid Oct to Dec 25

VALID FROM 01/01/2025
VALID UNTIL 30/04/2025

Honeymoon

One person pays only 50%

Terms & Conditions: Excluding Geoffrey Kent Suite at Chiefs

VALID FROM 01/01/2025
VALID UNTIL 31/12/2025

Sanctuary Long Stay Offer

Progressively lower rates for  4-6 nights, and 7+ nights when staying at one or more of the Sanctuary Camps across all countries.

Progressively lower rates for 4-6 nights and then 7+ nights when staying at one or more of the Sanctuary Camps across all countries. This includes Chiefs Camp, Baines Camp, Stanley's Tented Camp, Chobe Chilwero (all in Botswana), Sussi & Chuma at Victoria Falls, and Makanyane Camp in Madikwe, South Africa.

VALID FROM 01/01/2024
VALID UNTIL 31/12/2025