Pangolin Voyager: A Chobe River Houseboat Safari
Experience the Chobe River's wildlife up close from the luxurious Pangolin Voyager houseboat, perfect for intimate safaris and photography.
The Pangolin Voyager offers a unique and intimate way to experience the Chobe River and its abundant wildlife. This houseboat provides a luxurious alternative to traditional land-based safaris, allowing you to explore the waterways in comfort. The Voyager features five en-suite cabins that can be configured as double or twin rooms, accommodating a maximum of eight guests. The cabins are equipped with mosquito-proofed windows, air conditioning, and comfortable linens. The houseboat has three levels, including a lounge and dining area on the middle deck and an open-air top deck for relaxing and enjoying the views. Daily activities revolve around exploring the Chobe River by boat. The Pangolin Voyager has a specially designed eight-seater photo boat with rotating seats and camera mounts, perfect for capturing the stunning wildlife and scenery. Knowledgeable guides accompany guests on these excursions, providing insights into the river ecosystem and its inhabitants. Guests can expect to see large herds of elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife. The Pangolin Voyager is berthed on the Namibian side of the Chobe River, with access from Kasane, Botswana. A visit to nearby Victoria Falls can also be arranged.
Local tips
- The Pangolin Voyager is available on an exclusive-use basis, making it ideal for families or small groups.
- Keen photographers should take advantage of the specially designed photo boats with rotating seats and camera mounts.
- Consider visiting during the birding season (January to March) to witness thousands of Southern Carmine Bee-eaters.
A brief summary to Pangolin Voyager
- Chobe River, Pangolin Voyager, BW
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Getting There
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Air
The most convenient way to reach the Pangolin Voyager is by flying into Kasane International Airport (BBK) in Botswana. From the airport, arrange a transfer to the Kasane Immigration Office located on the Botswana side of the Chobe River. Several transfer options are available, including private taxis (starting from $50) and shared shuttle buses (starting from $100 per person). The journey takes approximately 6 hours and 48 minutes. From the Kasane waterfront immigration, a transfer boat will collect you and take you through to Impalila Island for Namibian immigration formalities before boarding the houseboat.
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Road
If arriving by road from within Botswana, proceed to Kasane. From Kasane, follow the signs to the Kazungula Ferry or the Kasane Immigration Office. After completing immigration formalities in Kasane, a transfer boat will take you to Impalila Island for Namibian immigration, before finally reaching the Pangolin Voyager. Taxis and Shuttles are available from various locations to Chobe River, prices vary based on the distance.
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