Lorato Lodge and Camping
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- Spacious site on the Chobe River, on the Botswana–Namibia border
- On the edge of Chobe National Park and Salambala Conservancy
- Good for wildlife sightings; tents for hire; braai facilities
Sitting on the border between Botswana and Namibia, on the southern bank of the Chobe River, Lorato Lodge and Camping is a pretty sweet spot for wildlife enthusiasts. Guests here benefit from being right on the outskirts of both the Kasane Forest Reserve (where you might spot elephants, buffalo and giraffes, among others) and Chobe National Park, which is home to lions and cheetahs, plus antelopes of all sorts and zebras.
For the full trifecta, the Salambala Conservancy is about a quarter of an hour’s drive away, across the Ngoma Bridge into Namibia. And if all these don’t satisfy your safari requirements, they must at least come very, very close. In addition, the proximity to the river means that you might catch more than the occasional glimpse of hippos and crocodiles. Birdwatchers needn’t feel left out, either, with hundreds of species inhabiting this area, from ostriches to cuckoos and cranes.
Now that you know how you’ll spend your time at Lorato, a little about this peaceful, family-friendly and secure site. Spacious pitches (many with views of the Chobe) occupy grassy spots in the shade of tall, large trees; if you’re travelling light, there are tents (plus gazebos and awnings) for hire, though you might want to ensure availability ahead of your arrival.
Besides a well-maintained toilet and shower block, the site has drinking water and braai facilities, plus they can supply firewood and fresh organic vegetables for the barbecue. For anything else, the nearest shop is in the town of Kasane (45 minutes), where there are also restaurants and bars, plus tour operators arranging sunset river cruises or quad bike safaris.
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The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Languages spoken
English
Wifi at the unit/pitch
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Lorato Lodge and Camping
Muchenje
Muchenje
Chobe
Botswana
Directions Timezone
Africa/Gaborone +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
-17.9499°N
24.68607°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
In neighbouring Zambia, the city of Livingstone (two hours’ drive) was named after the famed Scottish explorer. The Livingstone Museum displays interesting ethnographic artefacts, plus botany and archaeological collections.
Formed by the Zambezi River as it drops from a height of more than 100 metres into a narrow gorge, the Victoria Falls (two hours), on the Zambia–Zimbabwe border, make for a spectacular sight. Shaded hiking trails lead to high observation points, and there is also whitewater rafting and canoeing.
The Baobab Gallery in the Savuti Plains, on the outskirts of Savuti (three hours), is an oasis of these long-lived and unusual-looking trees, which have an important spiritual meaning to local populations.
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- Does Lorato Lodge and Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Lorato Lodge and Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Lorato Lodge and Camping? In neighbouring Zambia, the city of Livingstone (two hours’ drive) was named after the famed Scottish explorer. The Livingstone Museum displays interesting ethnographic artefacts, plus botany and archaeological collections. Formed by the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Lorato Lodge and Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Lorato Lodge and Camping? From £39.35 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.