10/10 Excellent
Ferenc Bence
Traveled with partner
May 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ferenc Bence
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Chobe River Camp
2.0 star property
Campground near Cuando River in Ngoma
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Breakfast included
- Pool
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
D3512, Ngoma
- Chobe National Park - Sedudu Gate
- Ngoma Bridge7 min drive
- Mali Traditional Village & Open Air Living Museum9 min drive
- Kasane (BBK)70 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom
Family Room, 1 Bedroom
- 549 sq ft
- River view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
View all photos for Standard Twin Room
Standard Twin Room
- 549 sq ft
- River view
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
About the neighborhood
Ngoma
On river.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Cuando River and 6 miles (10 km) of Ngoma Bridge with a stay here. Chobe National Park - Sedudu Gate is also in the region.
What's nearby
- Ngoma Bridge - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
- Mali Traditional Village & Open Air Living Museum - 9 min drive - 3.1 miles
- Salambala Conservancy - 27 min drive - 24.4 miles
Getting around
- Katima Mulilo (MPA-Mpacha) - 79 min drive
About this property
Chobe River Camp
Campground near Cuando River in Ngoma
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.
An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Chobe River Camp. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.
This Ngoma campground is smoke free.
- 20 guestrooms or units
- 20 buildings
- Built in 2011
- Buffet breakfast (free)
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Umbrellas for the pool
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Staff is multilingual
- Tour and ticket information
- Terrace
- Gift shop
- No smoking on site
- Water dispenser
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Chobe River Camp offers 20 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2024.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Fenced pool
- Outdoor pool
- Pool loungers
- Pool umbrellas
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request
- Car recommended
- Free self parking on site
Family friendly
- Children stay free (see details)
- Free crib
Food and drink
- Electric kettle
- Water dispenser
Dining
- Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Pillowtop mattress
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- 1 private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Outdoor areas
- Firepit
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Vegetable garden
- Walkway to water
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
Work spaces
- Laptop workspace
Climate control
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in room
- Hardwood flooring in room
- No elevator (single-level property)
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Free bottled water
- Gift shop/newsstand
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Limited-hour front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Safe
- Tour and ticket assistance
- Turndown service
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- On a river
Things to do
- Boat tours
- Canoeing
- Ecotours
- Game drive
- Game viewing
- Safari
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Outdoor lighting
- Security system
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 20 buildings
- 20 units
- At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
- Biodegradable drinking straws available
- Built in 2011
- Bulk dispensers for toiletries
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Ecotours
- Grey water recycling system
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Individual decor
- Local artist showcase
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic water bottles
- Renovated - June 2024
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Solar energy
- Traditional architecture
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetable garden
- Vegetarian breakfast available
- Vegetarian dining options
- Water dispenser usage encouraged
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
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: NAD 800 per person
- Airport shuttle fee per child: NAD 800 (up to 13 years old)
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property is professionally cleaned
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.
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. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.
We should mention
- One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Property is also known as
Camp Chobe Campsite Ngoma
Camp Chobe Ngoma
Campsite Camp Chobe Ngoma
Ngoma Camp Chobe Campsite
Camp Chobe Campsite
Campsite Camp Chobe
Camp Chobe
Chobe River Camp Ngoma
Chobe River Camp Campsite
Chobe River Camp Campsite Ngoma
Frequently asked questions
How close is Chobe River Camp to the airport?
Chobe River Camp is 37 mi (60-min drive) away from the Kasane (BBK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Chobe River Camp have an airport shuttle?
Chobe River Camp offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, on request, for a charge of NAD 800 per person.
Does Chobe River Camp offer free breakfast?
Chobe River Camp offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Chobe River Camp?
No, there is no casino at this campground.
What time is check-in at Chobe River Camp?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.
Is there free parking at Chobe River Camp?
This campground offers free self parking.
Does Chobe River Camp have a pool?
Chobe River Camp features an outdoor pool.
Does Chobe River Camp have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does Chobe River Camp have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this campground.
How close is Chobe River Camp to downtown Ngoma?
Chobe River Camp is 0.9 mi away from Ngoma.
Chobe River Camp Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan
Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
May 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was by far the best of our trip, everything about it was amazing. All far better than the photos, will be back for a longer stay next time
Jonathan
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Helmut
Mar 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing place
Helmut
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Carolyn
Traveled with family
Aug 18, 2023
Good base for Chobe/Vic Falls
Not as good as some other Gondwana properties we stayed in. No curtains to block sunrise, sockets in room and door locks a bit wonky and tree squirrels get into room and eat any food. Great location to visit Chobe and Vic Falls but worth combining those and overnight in Kasane, there are tours that would allow this. Lovely area for dinner round the fire. Nice pool with view.
Carolyn
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael
May 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Michael
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Ilona, Kamp-Lintfort
Traveled with partner
Sep 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Der eine Stern dient der Aufmerksamkeit und drückt unsere Enttäuschung und Verärgerung über entgangene Urlaubszeit aus.
Erstmal zum Positiven:
Sehr schöne und großzügig geschnittene renovierte bzw. neue Zeltunterkunft mit Klimaanlage (bei 40° allerdings kaum eine Abkühlung bemerkbar) und kleinem Kühlschrank. Großes Bett mit schönen Moskitoschutz-Gardinen, großer Balkon mit Ausblick, großes Bad mit guten Handtüchern und Pflegeprodukten.
Kleiner Pool, schöner Bereich, in dem das Abendessen (ca. 20 €) als 3-Gang-Buffet angeboten wird. Frühstück und Abendessen sehr lecker.
Nun leider zum Negativen:
Wir hatten drei Nächte gebucht und direkt am ersten Abend weitere zwei Nächte angefragt. Diese Buchung wurde uns am nächsten Morgen sicher zugesagt. Am Morgen des Zimmerwechsels dann die Überraschung: Es war plötzlich doch kein Zimmer frei! Die Dame an der Rezeption gab sich große Mühe, ein herbeigerufener Vorgesetzter verschwand einfach kommentarlos und ließ sie mit dem Problem alleine. Nach langem Warten bekamen wir ein Angebot für eine 80 km entfernte, zweieinhalbmal so teure Unterkunft.
Wir mussten dann auf die Schnelle etwas buchen, um nicht obdachlos zu sein und konnten so leider nicht mehr wie geplant, den Chobe-Nationalpark besuchen. Eine riesige Enttäuschung :(
Wir haben nicht danach gefragt, aber ein kleines Entgegenkommen bei der Abrechnung oder in anderer Form, hätten wir für die mehr als großen Unannehmlichkeiten schon erwartet.
Ilona
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anke
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Anke
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ronald
Traveled with partner
Jun 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Der ideale Platz in Namibia, um sich ein paar Tage Ruhe zu gönnen, Tiere zu beobachten oder auch die Viktoria-Fälle zu besuchen. Sehr, sehr leckeres Essen in einem unvergleichlichem Ambiente.
Ronald
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Verena
Traveled with group
Jun 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Schlechte Erfahrung mit gebuchtem Ausflug
Das Chobe River Camp ist wirklich an sehr schöner Lage direkt am Fluss gelegen. Die festen Zelte auf Stelzen sind sauber aber relativ einfach ausgestattet.
Obwohl wir zwei Nächte gebucht haben, erhielten wir leider die Zelte direkt neben der Baustelle.
Der absolute Tiefpunkt unserer ganzen Reise durch Namibia war der gebuchte Ausflug in den Chobe Nationalpark. Die Chobe River Lodge bietet diesen Ausflug nicht an, vermittelte aber den Ausflug durch einen anderen Anbieter. Kosten 150 US Dollar + Parkgebühr pro Person für 6 Stunden Game Drive. Wir waren der Meinung, dass wir durch das Ngoma Gate in den Park fahren würden. Dem war nicht so. Kurzfassung des katastrophalen Ausflugs: Wir wurden im BUS nach Kasane (57 Km!) zu einer komischen Unterkunft mit kleinem Restaurant gefahren. Dort wurde uns eine Speisekarte in die Hände gedrückt. Nach dem Game Drive kämen wir zurück zum Lunch, wurde uns gesagt. Dann durften wir in ein in die Jahre gekommenes Safarifahrzeug einsteigen. Endlich ging es in den Chobe Nationalpark. Die Sichtung einiger Löwen konnte unsere Stimmung kurzzeitig etwas erhellen.
Wir haben auf den Lunch in Kasane verzichtet und uns wieder 57 Km im BUS zur Ngoma Bridge zurückbringen lassen.
In all den Jahren, in denen wir schon durch Namibia gereist sind, haben wir immer sehr gute Erfahrungen mit Gondwana gemacht. Wir sind enttäuscht und auch sehr überrascht, dass Gondwana einen solchen Ausflug an der Rezeption im Chobe River Camp anbietet!
Verena
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
Traveled with partner
Nov 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great time at Chobe River Lodge. The staff is really kind, the food is great and they are all trying to make your stay really special. We loved the Safari Boat trip. We can definitely recommend the accomodation.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Danny
Feb 8, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adventure, impressive views
Friendly staff
Well organised
Road with 4x4 no problem (even without experience)
Tents well equipped with electricity, coffeemaker etc etc
Danny
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020