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Nogatsaa Pans Chobe Lodge: A Remote Safari Retreat
Experience an exclusive Botswana safari at Nogatsaa Pans Chobe Lodge, offering luxury tented accommodations and unparalleled wildlife viewing in a remote setting.
Nogatsaa Pans Chobe Lodge offers an exclusive safari experience in the heart of Chobe National Park, Botswana. As the only lodge in the Nogatsaa region, it provides a secluded escape with luxurious tented accommodations and exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities around the Kwikamba Pan.
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Getting There
Air Transfer
The most convenient way to reach Nogatsaa Pans Chobe Lodge is via a 'lodge hop,' a scenic air transfer from Kasane Airport (BBK), Livingstone Airport (LVI), or Victoria Falls Airport (VFA). These short charter flights offer stunning aerial views of Chobe National Park. The lodge has an airstrip nearby. Contact the lodge in advance to arrange the air transfer, as it's the most common and efficient way to access this remote location. Prices vary depending on the origin airport and the charter company.
Road Transfer
Alternatively, you can reach Nogatsaa Pans Chobe Lodge by a 4x4 vehicle, which is required for navigating the park's sandy roads. From Kasane, the drive is approximately 80km south into Chobe National Park. Note that park fees are applicable upon entry. The drive can take several hours, so it's best to start early and factor in time for potential wildlife sightings along the way. A pre-arranged transfer with the lodge is recommended, as they will have the necessary permits and experience driving in the park. Prices vary depending on the transfer company.
Local tips
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Pack layers, as temperatures can fluctuate significantly between day and night, especially during the dry season (May to October).
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Bring binoculars for enhanced wildlife viewing during game drives and from the lodge's viewing deck.
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Consider visiting during the dry season (May to October) for denser and more reliable game viewing as animals congregate around permanent water sources.
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Take advantage of the lodge's stargazing opportunities, as the remote location offers minimal light pollution for clear views of the night sky.
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Nogatsaa Pans Chobe Lodge is a deluxe tented camp and the only lodge in the remote Nogatsaa region of Chobe National Park. Situated approximately 80 kilometers south of the Chobe Riverfront, it serves as an ideal stop between Chobe's waterfront in the north and the popular Savute region in the southern part of the Chobe game reserve. This exclusive location offers a true in-the-bush safari experience reminiscent of yesteryear.The lodge overlooks the Kwikamba Pan, the largest natural pan in the area, ensuring abundant wildlife sightings. The twelve luxurious and spacious canvas tents are strategically placed for sweeping views of the pan. Each tent is built on a raised platform and features an en-suite bathroom, an adventurous outdoor shower, and a private viewing deck. The main area boasts an open dining space, a bar, and comfortable seating areas. Guests can also enjoy a raised viewing deck perfect for stargazing.Game drives take place on a network of roads that includes the Ngwezumba River bed and meanders through teak forests, a section of land that is rich with bird life. The area is also dotted with hides overlooking open grasslands and waterholes, enhancing the safari experience. Between game drives, guests can cool off in the pool or relax on a sun lounger while watching wildlife pass by. Evenings are often spent gathered around a blazing fire in the boma, gazing at the stars.
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