Elephant Valley Lodge - Botswana Accommodation - Kasane Forest Reserve
Straddling the game rich area between Chobe and Zimbabwe’s Matetsi reserve lies the Kasane Forest Reserve.
It is here in the Lesoma Valley that one will find Elephant Valley Lodge, uniquely positioned thus offering spectacular game viewing long after guests have left the national park.
The lodge has a very active waterhole frequented by numerous species, including elephant, buffalo, lion and leopard. These sightings present superb photographic opportunities from the comfort and safety of the viewing hide or the lodge’s main deck areas.
Sturdy acacias reach high above the camp, forming large canopies of shade, under which you will find twenty ‘meru’ styled luxury safari tents. Your tent ensures that you are able to hear the multitude of night sounds as you drift away with vivid thoughts of the experiences of your day on safari. Each of the tents features twin beds, en-suite shower and toilet, mini safe and fan
The camp perimeter is fenced to keep the elephant from moving through the camp, instead now they move around the camp boundary, along their well worn paths to and from the Chobe River.
Open guest areas, a secluded hide, refreshing swimming pool and 20 ‘meru styled’ tents complete the lodge which lies beneath a forest of sturdy knob thorns.
The Chobe National Park in Botswana is home to the largest elephant population in the world.
This magnificent reserve draws life from the Chobe River and is surrounded by protected wildlife sanctuaries. As the region is barrier free, this allows for large numbers of big game to move freely through these protected reserves.
The lodge is unique for several reasons and amongst these is the fact that it is situated within a game rich reserve affording the guests wonderful sightings between our open Landrover safaris into the Chobe and boat cruises along the Chobe River.
Your safari experience includes a morning boat cruise on the Chobe River. Guests then return back to the lodge, where they can while away their time around the pool area or relax in the lounge, recording their morning sightings on a postcard. The afternoon safari takes guests into the Chobe National Park where your qualified guide will interpret the sights and sounds of this wildlife sanctuary. Guests return to the lodge through the Kasane Forest Reserve, providing guests with further opportunity to experience a game drive after dark.
By Road:- Elephant Valley Lodge is situated in the Lesoma Valley which lies in the heart of the Kasane Forest Reserve. The reserve is adjacent to the Chobe National Park. There are numerous ways in which the lodge can be reached; they include daily flights into Livingstone, Victoria Falls or Kasane.
Transfers are available from both Livingstone and Victoria Falls and these are provided by numerous transfer companies.
By Air:- The “Flight of the Angels & Elephants” is the ultimate transfer and sightseeing experience not to be missed. This is the ideal way for couples, families and even small groups to have the opportunity of viewing the Falls and the Chobe River from the air, including Sedudu Island with its numerous game populations. On arrival at either Victoria Falls Airport or Livingstone Airport, you are met at the arrivals hall by your pilot who will then escort you through customs swiftly and efficiently. From here you will board a light aircraft and take off from either airport and enjoy two turns over the impressive Falls, a perfect photographic opportunity and chance to view the falls from above, before heading out towards Kasane Airport – adjacent to the Chobe National Park.
As you approach the Chobe River, your pilot will descend to a comfortable game viewing height and will fly a circuit over the Chobe River and Sedudu Island where there is every opportunity to view big game from the air.
Landing at Kasane Airport, your pilot will once again escort you through customs and it is here you will be met by your Elephant Valley Lodge guide. The transfer from the airport to the lodge is conducted in open air game viewers through the Kasane Forest, a natural extension of the Chobe National Park and takes approximately 25 minutes.
Terms and conditions
Rates are inclusive of all meals (BREAKFAST, LIGHT LUNCHEON, HIGH TEA & DINNER), teas and snacks, dawn and dusk safari activities and accommodation and vat. Laundry, drinks other than during safari activities and curio purchases are not included in the rate and are for the guests account. Guests are requested to check-in after 14h00 and checkout before 11h00.
It is important to note that whilst children are welcome at Elephant Valley Lodge, we regret that children under the age of 6 may be restricted from participation on safari activities at the discretion of the guide and / or camp manager.
Contact Information
Tel:+27 (0) 31 916 1449 | (0) 39 975 1466
Email:abemeyer@roamingafrica.com
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