KASANE

The Chobe Riverfront is prime property in Kasane and home to some of the best hotels, lodges and campsites. Almost all of these establishments offer tours: You can visit Vic Falls for the day or explore Chobe National Park. Near Kasane you can also sleep

IN TOWN Chobe Safari Lodge

This lodge is one of the more established places in Kasane. Even if you don’t sleep here you can go on a sunset cruise or eat at the restaurant. The campsite borders Chobe National Park, so you might wake up to an elephant near your tent – hopefully kept out by the fence. Camping costs P75 (R98) per adult; P60 (R78) per child under 12. Four-sleeper family rondavel from P1 525 (R1 994) per night. GPS: S17.80582 E2514678 Contact: 00 267 625 0336;

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Kasane Self Catering

These two self- catering units have direct access to the Chobe River. One unit has a double bed, the other has two single beds. There is safe parking, air conditioning and a fully equipped kitchen. It costs P850 (R1 113) per unit for two people, until the end of November 2016, when the rate goes up to P900 (R1 179). You’re within walking distance of everything important in town. GPS: S17.79339 E25.15530 Contact: 00 267 625 0114;

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Chobe River Cottages

Six self-catering cottages on the river, owned by the same people who own Kasane Self Catering. Each cottage sleeps four people. Rates from P1 360 per night (R1 716). Prices go up and down according to the low or high tourist season. GPS: S17.79318 E25.15396 Contact: 00 267 625 2863;

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Cresta Mowana Safari Lodge

This lodge has a great location on the Chobe River, next to the golf course. Even if you stay elsewhere, come have a meal or a sundowner on the deck. B&B from US$224 (R3 206) per adult; discounts for children under 12. They also have a spa – you deserve some pampering! GPS: S17.78291 E25.15920 Contact: 00 267 625 0300;

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Thebe River Safaris

The Van Wyk family has run this establishment since 1994. They offer several activities, like visits to Vic Falls and Chobe National Park, and sunset cruises.

The restaurant burnt down a while ago, but a temporary bar