Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero

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Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero

Chobe Chilwero is located on the edge of the famous Chobe National Park which is renowned for having the world's largest population of elephants. Sitting on a hilltop above the river with panoramic views stretching to the distant horizon, this luxurious sophisticated retreat offers discerning guests sumptuous comfort, gourmet cuisine and impeccable personalized service.

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From $1,300 per person sharing, per night

LocationChobe
From, per person · night$1,300
AvailabilityLive
Operated bySanctuary

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Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero

About the lodge

An overview of Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero.

Chobe Chilwero is located on the edge of the famous Chobe National Park which is renowned for having the world's largest population of elephants. Sitting on a hilltop above the river with panoramic views stretching to the distant horizon, this luxurious sophisticated retreat offers discerning guests sumptuous comfort, gourmet cuisine and impeccable personalized service.

Highlights

  • In the heart of the bush on the edge of Chobe National Park.
  • Guests can relax in the split-level swimming pool, unwind in the spa, or enjoy the gourmet food that the lodge has become known for.
  • Sundowner cruises on the Chobe River in our customized boats. Families with children of all ages are welcome.

The Detail

There are just fifteen thatched Cottages at Chobe Chilwero, ensuring guests enjoy seclusion and tranquillity. Each spacious en-suite cottage features a large bedroom, mosquito netting, an en-suite bathroom with a large freestanding bath and both indoor and outdoor showers, a sitting area, air conditioning, a hairdryer, an overhead fan, an in-room safe, a minibar, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

The Honeymoon Suite offers all the features of the cottages along with a private plunge pool, a private deck for dining under the stars (weather permitting), and special nightly turndowns. This suite also includes a private vehicle and guide for personalized game viewing activities.

The facilities at Chobe Chilwero include an expansive lounge area, indoor and outdoor dining areas, a bar, a spa, a kids' club, babysitting services, laundry services, and a split-level pool.

Meals are sumptuous affairs, and the lodge is renowned for its delicious, eclectic fusion of Western and African cuisine and delicacies. Guests may also request private dinners served outdoors under the twinkling African sky.

Game viewing activities are personally tailored. Offerings include morning and late afternoon game drives, sunset boat cruises along the tranquil waters of the Chobe River, and fishing excursions.

Chobe National Park features abundant and diverse wildlife and is home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa. During the dry season, these elephant herds, along with large herds of buffalo, congregate along the fertile floodplains of the Chobe River. Visitors may catch sight of puku, sable, giraffe, and roan antelope, as well as the rare aquatic Red Lechwe and indigenous Chobe Bushbuck. The abundant game supports a healthy population of predators, including large resident populations of lions, leopards, wild dogs, and cheetahs. The park is also home to the Big Five, as well as huge pods of hippos and crocodiles.

Chobe is rich in birdlife, with over 450 species, including the rare Pel's Fishing Owl and the distinctive, oddly-beaked African skimmer.

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero is ideal for solo explorers, couples, and families seeking a luxurious safari getaway.

Price Includes

The above rates include all meals, all game viewing activities, park fees, laundry services, and emergency medical evacuation. All beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic, except for champagne and premium brands) are included, along with airstrip transfers and return airport transfers (Kasane Airport to Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero).

Seasons:

  • Low: 03 Jan - 31 Mar / 01 Nov - 20 Dec
  • Medium: 01 Apr - 31 May / 01 Oct - 31 Oct
  • High: 01 Jun - 30 Sep / 21 Dec - 02 Jan 2025

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Rates and dates.

Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.

Valid until 2 Jan 2027

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Peak / migration

1 Jun 2026 – 30 Sept 2026

All Inclusive — All meals, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, twice daily game viewing activities and transfers to/from nearest airstrip.

$1,300

per person · night

Shoulder

1 Oct 2026 – 31 Oct 2026

All Inclusive — All meals, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, twice daily game viewing activities and transfers to/from nearest airstrip.

$965

per person · night

Shoulder

1 Nov 2026 – 20 Dec 2026

All Inclusive — All meals, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, twice daily game viewing activities and transfers to/from nearest airstrip.

$775

per person · night

Festive

21 Dec 2026 – 2 Jan 2027

All Inclusive — All meals, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, twice daily game viewing activities and transfers to/from nearest airstrip.

$1,300

per person · night

Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.

Current offers

Special offer available.

Stay & Pay

Stay for 5 nights and only pay for 4 nights. Valid for travel from 1 January to 31 May & 1 September to 31 December 2026.

Honeymoon offer

For couples celebrating a wedding.

Documented from Abercrombie & Kent (Sanctuary Retreats)'s 2026 rate sheet. A formal offer you can claim, not marketing language.

Honeymoon Offer

50% off the stay for one guest (you or your partner)

Couples honeymooning at Sanctuary Retreats safari camps and lodges in East & Southern Africa (including Chobe Chilwero) receive 50% off the stay for one of the two guests. The offer is valid for all of 2026, requires a minimum two-night stay, is restricted to two guests travelling together, and must be taken within six months of the date of marriage. A Marriage Certificate is required. The offer can be combined with the Long Stay discount but cannot be combined with any other offers.

Minimum stay
2 nights
Valid
1 January 2026 – 31 December 2026
Booking
Valid for travel within six months of date of marriage
Proof
Marriage Certificate required
Combinable
Can be combined with long stay discount; cannot be combined with other offers

Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Terms and eligibility may change. Your specialist confirms all offers at the time of booking.

Family policies

Travelling with children.

What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .

Minimum ages
Stay All ages · Game drives 7+ · Walking safari All ages
Child rates
Children of all ages welcome. 6 and younger free of charge; 7–15 years sharing with two adults pay the child rate; 7–15 sharing with one adult pay the adult rate; 16+ adult rate. Children 15 and younger must share with an adult.
Family rooms
Family unit available.
Care
No dedicated kids' programme
Exceptions

Three Family Suites have an additional bedroom for one or two children aged 18 or younger. A private vehicle must be booked for game drives for families with children aged 6 and younger. Children Stay Free offer: for every full paying adult, one child (aged 15 and younger) stays free — valid 1 Jan–31 May & 1 Sept–31 Dec 2026, max four children per booking; Chobe Chilwero is eligible (Baines' Camp and Gorilla Forest Camp are excluded from the wider offer).

Your specialist for this lodge

Zene Devine

Zene Devine

Safari Specialist - Southern Africa

Knows Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.

"Booked an 11-day tour starting and finishing in Johannesburg and including Victoria Falls, Chobe and the Okavango Delta. The service from Cearl was very professional with numerous options discussed before settling on the final version. Prices seemed to be very reasonable."
April 2026 · United Kingdom · with Cearl Marney · Verified on Trustpilot ↗

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From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.

Example: 14–21 Nov 2027 · 2 adults · departing NYC · Big Five focus.

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