Guides to staying with us

Everything here is drawn from what the lodge itself publishes. We have left out the things we cannot vouch for, so you will not find guesses about park fees or border requirements below. Ask us and we will find out properly.

Last reviewed 28 September 2026

The main building at Xhabe Safari Lodge seen from the grounds in daylight

How to get to Xhabe Safari Lodge

Xhabe Safari Lodge is in the Chobe District of northern Botswana, 5 km from Chobe National Park and 5 km from the Namibian border. The lodge arranges transfers from the airport or any entry point, so you do not need your own vehicle to reach it.

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The dining area at Xhabe Safari Lodge, set beneath wooden beams

What a night at Xhabe Safari Lodge includes

The nightly rate at Xhabe Safari Lodge covers accommodation, all meals, soft drinks and bottled water, local beer and spirits, a game drive, a sundowner, a village tour, basketry weaving and the bed levy. A boat cruise and a Victoria Falls day trip cost extra.

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A super king bed in a tented chalet at Xhabe Safari Lodge, beside a window looking out over the floodplain

The chalets and shared spaces at Xhabe Safari Lodge

Xhabe Safari Lodge has 9 luxury tented chalets sleeping 18 guests in total, at 2 adults per chalet. Each has a super king bed, two private balconies over the floodplain, and air conditioning.

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A group of giraffe in the bush near Xhabe Safari Lodge

Wildlife around Xhabe Safari Lodge

The lodge sits on a wildlife corridor between the Chobe Forest and the Chobe River. It is 5 km from Chobe National Park, a park that holds one of the densest elephant populations on earth.

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The main building at Xhabe Safari Lodge lit at blue hour

What to expect when you arrive at Xhabe Safari Lodge

Guests are given a safety, health and environment briefing on arrival. The lodge has 24-hour security, free parking, Wi-Fi, free laundry, a back-up generator and card payment, so most practical arrangements are already handled.

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Locally made curios and basketry on display at Xhabe Safari Lodge

How Xhabe Safari Lodge supports the Chobe Enclave

All 10 employees at Xhabe Safari Lodge come from the Chobe Enclave. The lodge's basketry, wall paintings, flower pots, leather mats, herbs and vegetables are all bought locally rather than shipped in.

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