Ichingo Chobe River Lodge

Highlights

• Premier Botswana tiger fishing experience
• Refreshing swimming pool
• Evening riverbank bonfires
• Luxurious safari-style accommodations
• Game cruises, birdwatching, and photographic safaris

You Should Know

• Children aged 0-3 stay free when sharing with two adults
• Children aged 4-12 receive a 50% discount on the adult rate
• Children 13 and older are charged the adult rate

The Details

Accommodation

The lodge features eight spacious Meru-style safari tents, each designed to provide guests with ultimate comfort and privacy. Every tent is set apart to ensure seclusion and includes a private balcony, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure. Each tented suite comes with a dedicated guide and boat, offering a personalized experience throughout your stay.

Bar, Lounge & Dining

At the heart of the lodge is the open-air bar, lounge, and dining area, covered by a traditional thatched roof. Guests can relax at Kennedy’s Bar, sharing stories of the day’s adventures while enjoying the view of the Chobe River. The dining area and swimming pool overlook the river, offering a serene setting to cool off during the warmer hours and savor delicious meals.

Activities

Fishing

Ichingo offers some of the best fishing experiences in Africa, with access to both the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers. Anglers can try their luck catching tiger fish, bream, African pike, tilapia, catfish, and Zambezi yellowfish. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, the lodge’s fishing trips cater to all skill levels.

Bird Watching

Ichingo Lodge is a paradise for bird enthusiasts, boasting over 450 bird species. With your dedicated guide and tender boat, you’ll have the opportunity to spot rare and exotic birds, including African Skimmers, African Finfoots, and many more. The lodge’s birding excursions are perfect for both novice birders and experienced ornithologists.

Photographic Safaris

Tailored for experienced photographers, Ichingo’s photographic safaris are designed to capture stunning wildlife moments. The customized boats are equipped to provide ample space for gear and optimal positioning for the perfect shot. The guides have a deep understanding of lighting, angles, and wildlife behavior, ensuring you make the most of your photographic opportunities.

These boats feature fewer seats, allowing photographers to move freely and keep their equipment within easy reach. The setup ensures maximum comfort and safety for delicate gear, empowering photographers to bring along as much equipment as they need to create their masterpieces.

Game Drives

Experience incredible wildlife encounters on daily game cruises along the Chobe River. From the comfort of a tender boat, you’ll get up close to large herds of elephants, buffalo, lions, zebras, crocodiles, and more as they gather at the water’s edge. The river also attracts a rich variety of birdlife and plant species, making each outing a true immersion in the natural beauty of Africa.

Price Includes

• Accommodation, all meals, soft drinks, mineral water, coffee, tea, local beer & wine
• Guided water-based game viewing and birding
• Guided water-based fishing (all fishing is strictly catch and release)
• Guided (non-professional) water-based photographic safari
• Guided cultural tour of a local village
• Road transfers to and from Kasane International Airport and Kasane
• Boat transfers between Kasane Immigration Office and Namibia Immigration
• Office located on the Namibian side of the Chobe River