Reviews of Muchenje Safari Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
177 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Muchenje Safari Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Muchenje Safari Lodge review"
The staff and guides are warm and friendly. We had the same guide, Lips, on all the safari drives and he was well-trained, knowledgeable and good-natured. The chef is wonderful and all meals were excellent. Guests take all meals together and it was nice getting to know each other. I went with friends and we each had our own thatched cottage. The cottages are nicely done but guests should be prepared for the odd gecko, spider or beetle in the room. I think in this situation there is really no way to avoid that.
The nice thing is that security guys always accompany you to your cottage after dark and make sure everything is okay. There are good mosquito nets around the bed that allow for a peaceful night's sleep. From the rooms and common areas we saw a lot of giraffes and occasionally water buck. We stayed 3 days which allowed us to do all the activities and have a little time to visit with the managers and enjoy the wonderful property." See all these reviews: 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Muchenje Safari Lodge review"
The rooms were of a high standard with fabulous views over Chobe as was the main lodge. The staff were very attentive and keen to please. The food was excellent too.
The safaris were a highlight especially the river trip. A nice pool to relax by!
Considering the time of the season that we were visiting, we saw plenty of wildlife. The transfer to Kasane went well without a hitch." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Muchenje Safari Lodge- the trips highlight"
Everything was absolutely excellent, rooms, meals and especially service.
The game viewing Chobe was the best on our trip, Enjoyable, interesting and tiring boat trip and game drives with our guide Rambo." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"first stop in botswana this trip"
a very extensive and varied all-day tour -- two game drives and a 3 hour cruise on chobe river." See all these reviews: 9n in Botswana
"Muchenje Safari Lodge review"
wildlife was outstanding wild dogs observed , 2 leopard sightings & lions a plenty not to mention elephant paradise also numerous sable antelope
all day game drive / boat safari simply stunning
great hosts with excellent food
rooms & main areas are well managed & equipped
staff superb" See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
"A very good lodge"
"Muchenje Safari Lodge review"
"Muchenje - 2 days recommended"
Viewing hundreds of buffalo moving across the area. Lovely scenery.
Full day safari including the river cruise in a small boat - seeing elephants swim across the river.
Excellent rooms.
Lowlights:-
Empty swimming pool - always told 'it will be filled next day'. it never was!
No radio contact from our vehicle to other vehicles - so we never did see the lions even over four days - even though others were lucky!
Bush walking safari only around small area directly outside the lodge - can not be compared to the walking safaris at Hwange & Shinde'
Mosquitoes and flies very high in this area.
Other guests had been advised by there tour operators that 2 nights at this lodge would be enough and I would agree with this as there is little variety - safari drives seemed to be very repetitive!" See all these reviews: 6n in Botswana; 5n in Zimbabwe
"A lovely camp in Chobe"
All the staff are lovely and everything was very well organised. The chalets have everything you could wish for, mosquito nets are prepared while you are on your afternoon game drive and all clothes could be laundered including underwear which I was not expecting. My only negative would be that the rooms were a little hot but we soon found out that everywhere was hot in Botswana in Sept!
Synack, our guide was great, knowledgable and fun, and as well as the usual early morning game drives we went on the full day out which included the river cruise and the afternoon game drive back from the river. Beforehand I had mixed ideas about whether to do this but we thoroughly enjoyed it even though it was a long day. The only downside to this is that it takes approx 1h by road to get to the river at Kasane where the boat leaves from." See all these reviews: 8n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
"Muchenje Safari Lodge review"
The large concentrations of elephant are similarly at the eastern end. We only saw occasional solitary elephants close to the lodge." See all these reviews: 7n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
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Other lodges in Chobe National Park
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Chobe River Lodge
Overlooking the Chobe River, the intimate Chobe River Lodge is a haven of tranquillity away from the bustle of Kasane.
Savute Safari Lodge
Savute Safari Lodge sits on the banks of the Savuti Channel within Chobe National Park, and offers access to excellent game viewing, especially during the dry season.
Chobe Elephant Camp
Located in one of our favorite areas of Chobe National Park, Chobe Elephant Camp is a simple but well-appointed camp with a strong bush feel.
Savute Under Canvas
A mobile camp with the comforts of a semi-permanent tented camp, Savute Under Canvas offers guided game drives within the Savuti region of Chobe National Park.
Chobe Under Canvas
This is a typical location for Chobe under Canvas, a small, semi-permanent camp in the Chobe Riverfront area that offers good value for money and high standards of care.
Chobe Safari Lodge
Chobe Safari Lodge is a good value, hotel-style lodge in the heart of Kasane offering game drives, boat cruises and fishing trips.
Chobe Game Lodge
Chobe Game Lodge occupies an enviable riverfront location within Chobe National Park and boasts well-earned 'eco' credentials, as well as an excellent all-female guiding team.
Ngoma Safari Lodge
With sweeping views across the floodplains of the Chobe River, Ngoma offers superb food and flexible safari activities.
Closed for refurbishment 5 Jan - 28 March 2026
Chobe Chilwero
On the periphery of Chobe National Park, Chobe Chilwero offers luxurious surroundings and excellent food, which complement superb game viewing on game drives and boat trips.
Camp Kuzuma
Camp Kuzuma sits in the Kazuma Forest Reserve and is an excellent place to see elephant in particular. Away from the busier riverfront area of Chobe National Park this camp offers a luxurious base form which to explore this less visited region of northern Botswana.
Savute Elephant Lodge
Savute Elephant Lodge is a luxurious camp on the banks of the now flowing Savuti Channel. This is a classic big-game area, although its location within Chobe National Park does limit the activities which are possible here.
Elephant Valley Lodge
Elephant Valley Lodge is a lovely camp in a beautiful setting – sit in its hide and watch the wildlife come to drink at the waterhole. Activities focus on boating and drives in Chobe which - although very busy, and a long drive from the lodge – is very rich in wildlife.
