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Kwalape Safari Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this Art Deco Kasane lodge

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Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Plot 82RO along Kazungula Kasane road, Chobe, Kasane
  • Place, Mowana Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, CARACAL Biodiversity Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Prison Tree
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kasane (BBK)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet (Kwalape)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room (Kwalape)

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Safari Tent | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Safari Tent

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kasane

Near the airport.You'll find Cuando River and Mowana Golf Course within 3 miles (5 km) of this lodge. Kasika Conservancy and The Prison Tree are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mowana Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • CARACAL Biodiversity Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • The Prison Tree - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Kasane Arts Centre - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Chobe Crocodile Farm - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kasane (BBK) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cresta Mowana Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pepe Nero - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Buzz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thebe Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Loapi Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Kwalape Safari Lodge

Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this Art Deco Kasane lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Kwalape Safari Lodge. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Kwalape Safari Lodge was completed in September 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Kasane lodge.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Kwalape Safari Lodge offers 45 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: BWP 45 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: BWP 22.50 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kwalape Safari Lodge to the airport?

Kwalape Safari Lodge is 3.7 mi (9-min drive) away from the Kasane (BBK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kwalape Safari Lodge?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kwalape Safari Lodge on Jun 10, 2026 start from $34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kwalape Safari Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Kwalape Safari Lodge offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, on request, for a charge of BWP 45 per person.

Does Kwalape Safari Lodge offer free breakfast?

Kwalape Safari Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kwalape Safari Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Kwalape Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kwalape Safari Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Kwalape Safari Lodge have a pool?

Kwalape Safari Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Kwalape Safari Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Kwalape Safari Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Kwalape Safari Lodge to downtown Kasane?

Kwalape Safari Lodge is 0.6 mi away from Kasane.

Kwalape Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 134 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

J Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful place to stay!

This is a wonderful place to stay! Great food, great rooms, great people! Could not have been happier.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in a safari tent for 3 nights. A great value! You have to ask for towels. They were not in the room. Staff were wonderful. Place was clean and the outdoor bathroom was charming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Beautiful forest amongst the lodges. Easy to set up rides to Victoria Falls and Chobe park. A must stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy to find from the border crossing. Food average to good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My tent was clean and the staff were very nice. My “amenities” included toilet paper, 4 condoms, but no bath towel! Outdoor bathroom was lovely, but the overhang did not cover the toilet, so when it rained…….
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Want Tranquility, smartness and utmost hospitality, think Kwalape. It took two days to fix the drain from the shower in room 8, though.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time using this place and the same disappoint came again- the horrible boat cruise experience. The first time some years ago we were stuck in middle of a river, had to plead with a passing boat to jump in, I had an infant and my mother and wife. No apology whatsoever came. This time around . Another of their terrible boat cruise offering jammed with us and struggled to move untill it was literally dark and the only one left, What bothers me is that nobody apologised for all this trauma.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The garden surrounds and leafy setting around the accommodation were lovely. The soft furnishings in the restaurant areas were tired and a bit grubby. Dinner and breakfast was uninspiring with ordinary presentation. We found a restaurant in town that served much better food. We stayed in a glamping tent, which was fine. Suggest that the tents need a mirror in the bathroom and a bedside table. Towel racks or hooks in the bathroom would have enabled towels to dry. Staff were attentive and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent souvenir

Super séjour, tentes très confortables, piscine très agréable, personnel au top
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnes très sympathiques,très bon accueil.propre . restaurant et bar agréable.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Manfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles bestens
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

natan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Worst experience

Stay away guys! I got terrible bed bugs in two of their tents. The first time it happened to me in Africa. The management didn’t care and didn’t offer any compensation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom of our tend had no roof and is the rain season. Terrible experience. We checked-out 2 days before and change lodge but I’m steel waiting for the refound from Expedia. Terrible! Never again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Right on the main road in Kasane

Great swimming pool and nice restaurant. Lots of bird and gardens. The staff was friendly and helpful. They hooked me up with the tours. It was great except I did get lots of mosquito bites. Next time I’ll use more repellent. You can Easily take a shared taxi for 5 pula.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I have been to Chobe is game after game.

The stay was good, the service and cleanliness not to talk about the food. I enjoyed every minute looking forward to visiting Chobe again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Simone

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Anlage ist eigentlich sehr schön , auch der sehr groß und sauber. Zu den Bungalows kann ich nicht cat viel sagen, da diese ausgebucht waren und wir uns mit einem Zelt begnügen mussten . Wir hatten zumindest das „Glück“ eines mit eigenem „Bad“ zu bekommen, aber das kann man sich auch ersparen , da man ins „Bad“ nur sehr umständlich kommt, das heißt , an der Rückwand des Zeltes erst zwei Reißverschlüsse öffnen, die eigentlich auch hätten offen bleiben können, da sie kaputt waren und die Moskitos sowieso freien Zugang hatten. 2 Betten und ein Ventilator im Zelt , das war’s dann auch😕. Wir sind nicht sehr anspruchsvoll und hatten auf unserer Rundreise durch Namibia und Botswana mehrere Zeltunterkünfte, die alle top waren und absolut nicht mit diesem Zelt hier vergleichbar sind. Das Frühstück ist völlig überteuert und eine Alternative sich den Kaffee selbst zu kochen, gibt es nicht. Die Ausflüge , die angeboten werden, sind aber sehr empfehlenswert und waren wirklich alle sehr, sehr schön 👍 . GANZ besonderen Dank an Noah 😍 der uns zu den Victoria falls fuhr und so viel Geduld mit uns hatte...er hat uns einen unvergesslichen Tag beschert... ganz großes Lob an ihn .
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorena

Liked: Staff & service

Nice area

Very nice location, with big beautiful gardens with lots of lakes and birds. The bar and the pool area are very nice and we spent a great time swimming and chilling out. Restaurant offers a big menu and everything we tried was tasty and reasonable priced. We slept in a fornitured tent that was spacious but too hot, even with a fan on. The shared toilets and showers were always a bit dirty and they were definitely too old. We had a bit of trouble at the check-in. They put us in a tent that was already occupied. Also they told us that the accommodation was not paid yet but it was (by Hotels.com). Apart from that everything was nice and the staff was polite.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marta

Disliked: Staff & service
Tiene de todo un poco en servicios pero la atencióa al cliente es nula se limitan a lo que tienen establecido y es lo que hay, como ellos dicen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方々はいつも笑顔で親切にしてくれました。ボート、ゲームサファリが市内よりは値は張りますがそれでもとても安く内容も大満足でした！テント泊にしましたが、ファンもライトもしっかりとあり、広々でよかったです。ただ古いためかチャックがスムーズに閉まらなかったのがちょっとマイナス。
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run, professional staff, and one of the more affordable places to stay in the Kasane area. The food was excellent,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

adeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Quiet place for few days

Nice place few kilometers (5-6 km) to Nata. You need to take a taxi to go there. Shady, quiet. We stayed in a safari tent. The bedding is not very confortable and no plug inside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Nishi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the safari tents and it was much more comfortable than we expected. The staff went above and beyond to help accommodate us. They found us a free tent at 6am when we arrived, helped us arrange bus tickets and were knowledgeable about any questions we had. The pool was cold but that’s what happens in winter. There were many places to relax around. It was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles gut nachtS das Restaurant hatte manchmal etwas Service Probleme
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury safari tent feeling for a good price

This was one of those (few) times when the reality exceeded my expectation. The accommodation I got from this establishment in the outskirts of Kasane was amazing. Real safari tent experience with a touch of luxury. For a nice price, compared to other more expensive lodgings in Botswana. All things I needed was inside the tent. Even a TV. The Wifi worked flawlessly and the bathroom even had a shower and a bathtub. The breakfast was good and I felt so full after every sitting. The staff was helpful and I appreciate the help from one of them who helped me get a taxi into Kasane town and checking up a village tour for me. One thing to improve was the mosquito net that has many holes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location. Chalets very clean. Had a feel of wilderness to it. The staff are really friendly. Went an extra mile to make our stay great . Highly recommended ...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019