Savute Safari Lodge

Famous for its legendary predator action and vast elephant herds, Savute Safari Lodge enjoys a privileged position overlooking Botswana's extraordinary Savute Channel in the heart of Chobe National Park.

Completely refurbished in 2024, the lodge sits beside one of Africa's most fascinating wilderness landscapes. The mysterious Savute Channel has a long history of flowing and drying without explanation, continually transforming the surrounding habitat and creating one of Botswana's richest wildlife regions. From the expansive viewing deck, guests can often watch elephants, buffalo and other wildlife gathering at the waterhole throughout the day.

Accommodation

Accommodation comprises eleven elegant Luxury Chalets together with a spacious Family Chalet, all thoughtfully positioned along the banks of the Savute Channel to maximise privacy and uninterrupted wildlife views.

Glass-fronted interiors, natural timber finishes and calming contemporary décor create bright, welcoming spaces that blend beautifully with the surrounding bush. Every chalet features an expansive private deck, generous en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower and comfortable lounge area, providing a relaxing retreat between safari activities.

Dining

Dining takes place in a variety of indoor and outdoor locations overlooking the channel, allowing the surrounding wildlife to remain part of every meal. Fresh seasonal cuisine, attentive service and relaxed surroundings perfectly complement the rhythm of safari life.

As evening falls, the fire deck becomes the natural gathering place, where sundowners and stories of the day's sightings are shared beneath Botswana's spectacular night skies.

Safari Experience

The Savute region has earned an international reputation as one of Botswana's finest wildlife destinations. Morning and afternoon game drives explore the surrounding wilderness in search of lion, leopard, cheetah, African wild dog, spotted hyena, elephant, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and an abundance of plains game that thrive across this remarkable landscape.

Savute is particularly celebrated for its predator activity. The famous Savute Marsh and surrounding plains have featured in countless wildlife documentaries, where powerful lion prides, hyena clans and other predators take advantage of the enormous concentrations of game that gather throughout the year.

Back at the lodge, an elevated viewing deck and purpose-built photographic hide overlook the waterhole, allowing guests to enjoy exceptional wildlife encounters without even leaving camp. Watching elephants wander to the water just metres away while remaining completely concealed is an experience few safari lodges can match.

Whether following predators across the plains or simply watching the constant procession of wildlife from the lodge, every day at Savute reveals why this region is regarded as one of Botswana's true safari icons.

Wildlife & Seasons

Wildlife viewing is exceptional throughout the year, although the dry season brings particularly impressive concentrations of elephant, buffalo and predators to the remaining water sources. Seasonal changes continually reshape the Savute landscape, ensuring every visit offers a different perspective on this remarkable ecosystem.

Wellness

Between safari activities, guests can relax beside the swimming pool, unwind on the shaded viewing deck or simply enjoy the uninterrupted wildlife theatre unfolding across the Savute Channel.

Location

Savute Safari Lodge occupies a superb position within Botswana's Chobe National Park overlooking the Savute Channel. Combining exceptional predator sightings, abundant wildlife and one of Africa's most iconic safari landscapes, it offers an unforgettable Botswana safari.