Chobe Marina Lodge gives you an authentic African experience on the banks of the Chobe River, Kasane in Botswana. You will be wowed by wildlife of Chobe National Park and the welcoming Botswana hospitality. This 4* hotel caters for the adventurous traveler or the more discerning guest. Its diverse accommodation offering is able to welcome leisure travelers and groups alike. Reminiscent of a treehouse, the wrap-around sundowner deck gives you a magnificent view of the Chobe River, and its wild residents. In fact, no matter where you may find yourself in our lodge, you can see the Chobe River painting every background. So, you don’t even have to leave to go on safari or capture that award winning photo!
You can start your day with a sunrise safari with a stop for tea and coffee. Discuss your sightings around a big breakfast back at the lodge. Laze by the pool before lunch, or a spa treatment. Enjoy a sundowner safari cruise along the river. Then, after a long day of adventuring, wine and dine at the lodge with the very best cuisine Chobe has to offer.
Every space at Chobe Marina Lodge brings the wild spirit of the Chobe River to life. And with monkeys, mongoose, warthogs, and bushbuck roaming around the lodge contentedly, your African experience is sure to be complete. Chobe Marina Lodge are committed to preserving the world’s wildlife populations and wilderness areas. The lodge uses energy-saving resources; this includes solar geysers, efforts to reduce single-use plastic, and the installation of energy-efficient lighting.
Offering warm, personal service, Chobe Marina Lodge has a choice of accommodation in Studios, Suites, or Honeymoon Suites. The charming, thatched accommodation has every modern amenity to provide guests with a relaxed and comfortable stay. In your room, and throughout the lodge, neutral tones, natural materials, and locally made furniture blur the transition between the indoors and outdoors. Every room has a panoramic view over the Chobe River so that you can wake up to its glistening water, warthogs scouring the lawn and bucks peeking through your window.
All rooms have TV’s, air conditioning, ceiling fan, safe, minibar fridge, coffee and tea station. All beds have with mosquito nets.
Nare Studio (x 30)
The Nare Studios include a spacious queen bed, en-suite bathroom with bath and shower, and balcony with view of the Chobe River. It’s the perfect balance between comfort and opulence, providing a relaxing atmosphere as the bucks graze along the garden’s dewy grass.
With an option to have two single beds (twin) as well as an interleading room for families.
Nare Studio
Tlou Luxury Suite (x 30)
The Tlou Luxury Suites boast a wide open space with a bedroom, a separate lounge, and a sundowner deck overlooking the glistening Chobe River. It includes a double bed, and an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower.
Tlou Luxury Suite lounge
The Puka Honeymoon Suite (x 6)
The Puku Honeymoon Suites are a double story rooms with a four-poster bed downstairs and an intimate upstairs lounge area. Experience a warm and elegant nest for you and your lovebird as the serenity of Africa paints your space with golden hues. Whether you are newlyweds or long-time lovers, this is the perfect place to keep the romance alive.
Puku Honeymoon Suite
Chobe Marina Lodge Activities
From the moment the sun rises, washing the Chobe River in gold, to when it bleeds into the horizon again, and the sky transforms into a tapestry of stars, you design your own safari experience. You decide what you want to do and when, while our network of locals guide you through a journey of their world.
Let the locals teach you the art of basket weaving, enjoy village walks and mesmerizing boma dinner dances that bring you closer to Botswana’s culture and traditions.
Chobe National Park Game Drive
Enjoy a 3 hour safari trip into the Chobe National Park to see herds of elephants and buffalo at the river’s edge. The morning game drive departs at 6am. You will stop for a coffee and homemade pastries with teas or coffee. The afternoon game drive departs at 3pm. Enjoy the sunset with a drink and light snacks. The game drives give you ample time to see the wildlife in Chobe while soaking up the glorious African sunrise or sunset. Wildlife includes elephant, giraffe, buffalo and an array of antelope, accompanied by predators such as lion, wild dog and cheetah.
Boat Game Cruise
There’s nothing like getting onto the open water to enjoy a boat drive with a difference. The morning boat game cruise departs at 9am while the afternoon one departs at 3pm. Get up close and personal with herds of buffalo and elephants while surrounded by pods of hippos who curiously stare at you as you glide by. Watch the sun’s golden rays fade into a kaleidoscope of burnt oranges and reds.
Hippos on the banks of the Chobe River
Village Tour (Ngoma Village Tour & Canoe Trip)
Do as the villagers do with the 6 hour Village tour. Immerse yourself in the Ngoma Village Tour and Mokoro trip and experience a culture that is one with nature. Technology takes a back seat to this truly African experience. So, leave it all behind and focus on the richness of nature at its best as the locals show you how it’s done – Botswana style! Float on the river in traditional mokoros, and let nature be your guide. Also, we couldn’t resist throwing in a wholesome lunch and drink for extra sustenance for when adventure calls!
Chobe Marina Lodge dining & bars
Enjoy local cuisine from dusk till dawn from the two indoor buffet style family friendly restaurants and boma venue overlooking the Chobe River. Making use of only locally produced ingredients, each meal is prepared with heart by the experienced chef and his passionate team.
Commissioners Restaurant is slightly upmarket – positioned on the top floor with unforgettable views. Swap out your khakis for some dress shoes and indulge in a dining experience as you watch the sun sets on the African plains.
The Riverside Restaurant is on the upper deck, offers the richest flavors of Kasane through a selection of à la carte dishes.
Boma & Lounge Space – the ultimate outdoor relaxing experience: The boma and lounge area has become the ideal place to put your feet up and relax whilst watching the world float by.
Boma
Another amazing experience while immersing into the wild African environment is to dine on The Raft floating restaurant. Enjoy local cuisine and craft beer whilst floating on along the Chobe River. With rippling waters, verdant landscapes, and unforgettable sunsets.
Enjoy mesmerizing traditional dances that bring you closer to Botswana’s culture and traditions, followed by stargazing and toasting marshmallows next to a cozy campfire.
All that is now required of you is to sit back and soak in the magnificent views and sunsets and choose from our wide selection of drinks and bites that you can order from the terrace menu. The Riverside bar offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Chobe River, or the Poolside bar is the perfect place to lounge. The fresh aesthetic paired with the double-sided bar counter ensures a casual and interactive space. Your first drink here will become the taste of your Botswana safari memories.
Chobe Marina Lodge Spa
Find your slice of heaven on earth at the Spa. Offering a wide range of restorative treatments and beauty therapy to revive your mind, body, and spirit.
Chobe Marina Lodge Conference Venue
With spectacular views overlooking the Chobe River and into the Caprivi Strip of Namibia, your team and business partners are bound to be inspired and ready to make magic happen. We help you host your meetings in style with our professional staff, ready to meet your specific requirements.
This 100-seater venue is ideal for product launches, meetings, and business travel in general. Chobe Marina Lodge also has 2×15-seater boardrooms or breakaway rooms to choose from.
The perfect balance between work & play awaits you.
Where is Chobe Marina Lodge?
Situated on the banks of the Chobe River within the town and local community of Kasane, the lodge is a mere five minute drive from Kasane International Airport. It is 10 minutes boat ride from Chobe National Park’s entry. Kasane is also where four of Southern Africa’s top safari destinations meet, namely Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Chobe Marina Lodge Accommodation Rates
Chobe Marina Lodge offers half or full board rates.
Half board rates include:
Accommodation, breakfast, dinner, bed levy and 1 activity per day (guests can choose between a game drive or boat cruise).
Full board rates include:
Accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner, bed levy and 2 activities per day (game drive and boat cruise).
Please note Chobe Marina Lodge is closed following a fire. It was planned to reopen by 1st November 2026 but this needs to be confirmed.
Chobe Marina Lodge 2026 Rates (per person sharing)
Low Season: 1st January – 30th April
& 1st – 31st December
High Season: 1st May – 30th November
Half board
Full board
Half board
Full board
Nare Standard Suites
$497
$543
$635
$681
Tlou Luxury Suites
$525
$572
$665
$711
Puku Honeymoon Suites
$614
$658
$772
$820
Chobe Marina Lodge 2027 Rates (per person sharing)
Low Season: 1st January – 30th April
& 1st – 31st December
High Season: 1st May – 30th November
Half board
Full board
Half board
Full board
Nare Standard Suites
$547
$597
$699
$749
Tlou Luxury Suites
$578
$629
$732
$782
Puku Honeymoon Suites
$675
$724
$849
$902
Single supplement: 30% of the per person sharing rate in high season only.
Bed & Breakfast and Dinner, Bed & Breakfast rates available on request.
Child Policy at Chobe Marina Lodge
Children 0 – 5 years: stay free of charge in our Tlou Luxury Suites only when sharing with two full paying adults.
Meals are charged on consumption.
Children 6 – 11 years: pay 50% of the adult sharing rate in our Tlou Luxury Suites only when sharing with two full paying adults.
Full adult rate applicable if occupying their own room.
The Tlou Luxury Suites can accommodate max 2 adults & 2 children under 12 years – subject to availability.
Children under the age of 12 years are welcome at Chobe Marina Lodge. All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult during activities. Children under 12 are permitted on safari at the sole discretion of the manager or guide. Children under the
age of 6 are not permitted on safari and babysitting can be arranged at the lodge at an additional charge.
The lodge reserves the right to restrict one night weekend and peak period bookings.
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