Chobe Chilwero Lodge (Chobe National Park, Botswana)

If you’re a fan of Elephants then the Chobe National Park in Botswana is a must for you.   This north eastern region of Botswana is renowned for its large population of Elephants that congregate here during the dry season; it has been estimated that around 90,000 to 100,000 live within the Chobe/Linyanti ecosystem!   I lost count of the number of Elephants we saw in our 2 night stay but it must have been around 100 or more; including some at incredibly close quarters.   Besides Elephants, Chobe also boasts frequent sightings of Lion, Buffalo, Hippo and Crocodile, along with all of the plains game.

We stayed at a lodge just outside the national park, in a private, quiet spot with a wonderful view overlooking the Chobe River.   Chobe Chilwero is very comfortable and not oversized with only 15 cottages housing 30 guests at any one time; the cottages are spacious, well decorated without being over the top, and all have fully equipped en-suite bathrooms.   The main lounge has a good selection of books to while away an afternoon and plenty of sofas and armchairs to relax in.   Should you need anything, Chobe Chilwero’s courteous and extremely well trained staff are never far away, and always willing to attend to your every need.   You’re never hungry either; with buffet breakfasts and lunches, afternoon tea and cakes served in the garden, and deliciously cooked dinners from a team of highly qualified chefs.

The lodge offers two main activities; you can explore the national park in an open 4×4 vehicle with one of the lodge’s knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides during the morning or in the afternoon.   The other option is to board one of the specially adapted motorboats and enjoy a sunset cruise on the Chobe River with a chance to see some of the many Elephant herds come down to drink in the afternoon at the river’s edge.

If you fancy taking it a little easier, and need a bit of pampering then the lodge also offers a wide variety of in-room spa and massage treatments.   With all of this on offer it really is worth spending at least 2 nights at Chobe Chilwero in order to experience all the Chobe has to offer both in terms of wildlife sightings and relaxation therapy.

New Tented Retreat On The Kenya Coast Opens

Gazi Retreat is a brand new luxury tented property on the unspoilt beach of Gazi Bay

On the remote and unspoilt beach of Gazi Bay, this is a brand new ‘under canvas’ retreat with accommodation in luxury tents on the beach.
Gazi Retreat offers 12 air-conditioned tents, swimming pool, massage salon, watersports and deep sea fishing centre. Due to the intimate and relaxing atmosphere, this property only accepts guests over the age of 18.

Visit Gazi Retreat or call us to tailor make an itinerary

Beat the credit crunch with a Kenya Camping Safari

Beat the credit crunch & winter blues with a fantastic classic camping safari to Kenya!

A camping safari is a fantastic option for those on a budget or for those who are looking to get back to nature and want a safari away from the tourists, minivans and congested areas.

AfricaSky offers a mobile camping safari, travelling by road between camps in large 4X4 vehicle.  The camping areas are in private sites, sourced by our safari experts on the ground in Kenya and the location is first class.  You stay in safari style canvas dome tents and sleep in sleeping bags.

Food is excellent, you will be surprised as to the delicious meals the chef can cook on a camping stove.  Every body mucks in with putting up & taking down camp and with washing up.

The key aspect of this safari is the safari itself and seeing the wildlife.  Many safaris are all about 5* luxury accommodation, private plunge pools but without the focus being on why you are actually in Africa - the animals, the landscape, the experience! The Classic Camping Safari is excellent value for money and a great experience!