Glamping on the Nile: Luxury Tented Stay at Chobe Safari Lodge

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Aug 3

Seeing the Nile River for the first time from the patio at Chobe Safari Lodge

Glamping with a view

My very first glimpse of the Nile River was from the deck at Chobe Safari Lodge. It brought tears to my eyes. With all the beautiful places around the world, the Nile has called to me for years. Finding myself standing along the banks of this iconic river felt surreal. It was every bit as beautiful as I’d imagined.

At Chobe Safari Lodge, rooms are available in the main lodge, but I absolutely fell in love with the tent accommodations. Believe me when I say, tent life is a good life at Chobe.

My tented room offered a front patio perfect for sitting and enjoying a peaceful view of the Nile. Inside, there was a full bed with mosquito netting, a sitting area and desk with views overlooking the front patio, and a private bathroom. Golf cart escorts are provided between the lodge and tents.

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The lodge itself features:

Patio overlooking the Nile River
3-tiered outdoor pool
Restaurant & bar offering local and international food options
Fitness Center and Sauna
Spa Center
Business center & Conference facility
Gift shop

Getting there

Chobe Safari Lodge is located on the northern bank of the Nile River, inside Murchison Falls National Park. From the Entebbe International Airport, count on at least a five-and-a-half hour drive. Unfortunately, Chobe Safari Lodge doesn’t offer airport transfer services, so you’d have to plan another way to get there.

For trusted transportation in country, contact Jeremiah via WhatsApp and ask for a quote.

Best time to visit Uganda

Being close to the equator, temperatures in Uganda remain relatively consistent throughout the year with highs around 85° F and lows around the mid-60s, but the country does experience “wet” and “dry” seasons. The dry seasons [June-September and December-February] are best for viewing animals on safari because warm, dry days bring wildlife out to the watering holes where they are easier to spot.

We visited in July and it was perfect. There were many rain showers and thunderstorms overnight, followed by warm, dry days that we enjoyed exploring in.

Things to do at Chobe Safari Lodge

The beauty surrounding Chobe Safari Lodge invites visitors to do nothing but simply soak up the natural wildness of Murchison Falls National Park.

Grab a Nile Special or your favorite cocktail from the onsite bar and pull up a chair on the lodge patio overlooking the Nile.
Sit on your private balcony and read a book while listening to the sounds of nature.
Or stretch out your legs after the long journey in the onsite fitness center.

Go on a Walking Safari

The grounds of Chobe Safari Lodge are filled with opportunities to experience the wildlife of Africa. For a small fee, an experienced guide will take you on a walking safari right from the main lobby.

With the unpredictability of nature, every safari offers something special, but it’s impossible to predict exactly when, where and what animals you’ll encounter. Even the same safari on a different day will showcase something unique. Some treks will be filled with animal sightings, others will leave you wanting more. Either way, the environment alone is worth the effort.

Our walking safari was absolutely filled with giraffes and, to our delight, the tower of giraffes almost seemed as interested in us as we were in them. We also encountered baboons, warthogs, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and kobs.

Arrange a Day Trip to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

The staff at Chobe Safari Lodge can arrange a day trip to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can see rhinos, one of Africa’s Big 5 safari game animals.

Take a Hike to Murchison Falls

Chobe Safari Lodge can arrange for you to hike what is considered one of the most beautiful trails in Uganda.

Other activities offered at Chobe Safari Lodge (ask for details):

Safari game drives
Bird watching
Shore fishing

Natural Beauty

Chobe Safari Lodge is located on the northern bank of the Nile River in Murchison Falls National Park – the largest park in Uganda, covering nearly 4,000 acres and home to 76 animal species. While exploring the park, you might encounter four of Uganda’s “Big 5” safari animals, including lions, leopards, elephants and cape buffalo.

Other animals you might see, include:

Giraffes
Hippopotamus
Crocodiles
Several species of antelope, including Uganda’s national animal, the Kob
Several species of primates, including Chimpanzees, Gorillas, Baboons and Patas Monkeys
Warthogs
Jackson’s Hartebeest
Water Bucks
And countless bird species!

Final Thoughts

For more information on planning a trip to Uganda, read our blog post, “How to Spend 3 Days on Safari in Uganda” where we talk about preparing for an African adventure from vaccines to visas, as well as share some spectacular destinations for exploring the natural beauty of Uganda.

Where to stay:

Chobe Safari Lodge

Getting there:

Find flights on Trip.com

In-country transportation: Jeremiah (on WhatsApp)

Ask at the Lodge about local safari excursions:

Walking Safari at Chobe Safari Lodge

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Wildlife Ranch

Hike to Murchison Falls

Safari Game Drives

Before you go:

Apply for Uganda Tourist Visa