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Chobe Elephant Camp

Chobe, Botswana

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Full board (FB)

Full board meals, Local drinks and 6 more

18 rooms

Standard Chalet, Family Chalet · Sleeps up to 36 guests

By road

about 50 km from Kasane airport (BBK)

Wi-Fi in public areas

Solar power

Overview

About Chobe Elephant Camp

A small chalet camp near Chobe National Park with family accommodation and guided safari activities.

“A relaxed base for travellers who want Chobe wildlife without a tented stay, with private verandahs, a pool and a choice of game drives or village visits.”
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Known for

What you can expect to see

ElephantHippoBirdlife

Chobe River cruises offer encounters with elephants, hippos and abundant birdlife.

Your stay

What's included

Board: Full board (FB)

Included

  • Full board meals
  • Local drinks
  • Laundry
  • Okavango Air Rescue
  • Communal dining
  • Reading corner
  • Indoor shower
  • Private verandah

Not included

  • Transfers
  • Park fees
  • Gratuities

Transfers, park fees, imported drinks, gratuities and personal purchases are excluded. Local drinks are included.

Optional extras (at a cost)

Game drives and cultural visits are available at extra cost.

Additional charges

Park fees, transfers and drinks may be extra.

2026 seller rate example

Secondary seller 2026 fully inclusive table, not a universal operator rate

Fully inclusive from US$435 per person sharing per night (January–March and December 2026).

On-site payment under a seller itinerary

June 2026 seller accommodated-safari guest guide

A June 2026 Bush Ways accommodated-safari guide lists BWP, USD, ZAR and EUR cash at Chobe Elephant Camp and says credit cards are accepted. This is guidance for on-site extras under that itinerary, not a promise about all accommodation invoices.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Bar
  • Boma
  • Viewing deck
  • Public WiFi
  • Wi-Fi in public areas

In your room

  • En-suite bathroom
  • Outdoor shower
  • Air-conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Rooms

Where you sleep

Sleeps up to 36 guests

  • Standard Chalet14 at the property · Extra bed on request, not a child admission guarantee · One twin/double bedroom, en-suite indoor/outdoor shower, fan and air conditioning
  • Family Chalet2 at the property · Two bedrooms with an interleading lounge; child minimum disputed · Two en-suite twin/double bedrooms, extra bed on request; count is chalet structures

Accommodation

14 standard chalets and two two-bedroom family chalets.

Activities

Things to do

At extra cost

Safari activities

2025 season

Activities include game drives and village visits, plus a canoe excursion at additional cost. One Chobe River boat cruise is included with stays of at least two nights. Canoeing depends on season and conditions.

Getting there

How you'll arrive

How you arrive
By road · about 50 km from Kasane airport (BBK)
Transfers
Kasane Airport road transfers: a 4x4 is essential for self-drive routes, with a final stretch of roughly 600 m of sand track. For 4x2 vehicles, arrange pickup at the turn-off during booking.

Finding the camp

The lodge is near Ngoma; transfers are arranged with booking.

Good to know

Before you book

Accepted currencies
BWP, USD, ZAR, EUR
Power
Solar power
Malaria
Seasonal malaria risk. Ask your doctor about prevention.

Families

Family chalets

Two family chalets provide separate sleeping space.

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Green season
  2. February: Green season
  3. March: Green season
  4. April: Green season
  5. May: Dry season, best game viewing
  6. June: Dry season, best game viewing
  7. July: Dry season, best game viewing
  8. August: Dry season, best game viewing
  9. September: Dry season, best game viewing
  10. October: Dry season, best game viewing
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Green season
  • Dry season, best game viewing
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Feb

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Mar

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Apr

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

May

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Jun

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Jul

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Aug

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Sep

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Oct

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Dry conditions concentrate elephants and buffalo along the Chobe River.

Nov

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

Lush landscapes, migratory birds and newborn wildlife characterise the green season.

How we judge each month
  • Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.

Wildlife-oriented travel

June to October is the cited wildlife-oriented planning window. Conditions and sightings still vary.

Suggested months for this interest

JunJulAugSepOct

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Booking several stays with the same company can mean better rates, shared transfers or an easier route for groups, so ask when you enquire.

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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.