Ichingo Chobe River Lodge, a luxury tented lodge, overlooks the Chobe River on the south side of the Impalila Island, at the very eastern tip of the Caprivi Strip.

The main lodge buildings have been constructed over the river, under thatch and set under large, shady trees. There is a lounge and bar area, and home-cooked meals are served from the chef's set menu, in both the indoor and outdoor dining areas. Special dietary requirements can be catered for. Power is presently supplied by 2 generators.

There is also a swimming pool and deck nestled on the edge of the river, where guests can have a dip and then soak up the sun, in this amazing, distinctive environment.

A short amble along a lush, green pathway, leads to the accommodation. It is in 8 river facing, twin, en-suite Meru style tents, with wooden doors. Each unit is equipped with cupboards, tables, electric lights, and gauze netting is fitted to the tents to keep those unwanted mosquito's away at night. The balcony overlooks the river, and the deck is a great place to bird watch.

Boat trips along the banks of the river offer excellent game viewing opportunities. Ichingo Chobe River Lodge has a fleet of high quality boats, each with it's own dedicated guide. Huge herds of elephant come to the river banks to drink and graze, bringing with them an extensive array of game such as buffalo, giraffe, kudu, waterbuck, puku, lechwe, impala and baboons. On the evening sundowner trip, the boat will be surrounded by elephants, an unforgettable experience.

Many visitors enjoy staying a night or two on 1 of the 2 houseboats, The Ichobezi Moli and Ichobezi Mukwae. They each have a sitting and dining area, bar, plunge pool, airy double cabin, with en-suite shower and large windows at water level. Both houseboats have a crew of 5, including a chef. The food is prepared on the boat.

To cruise down the Chobe River in absolute luxury, sundowner in one hand, bird book in the other, is an incredible event! A popular excursion is to anchor at Elephant Bay, where their tender boats can take you on a fishing trip. As night falls, guests will be left with nothing other than the starry-lit skies, nearby elephants playing and hippos grunting!

Fishing for tigerfish and bream in both the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers is a favourite for anglers. Access to over 100kms of river, provides excellent fishing opportunities, in what is undoubtedly the premier tiger fishing waters in Africa. The Ichingo Lodge is particularly renown for the quality of its guides and their success in landing tigerfish. High quality tackle is available.

Excursions by Mokoro (dugout canoe) into the small islands of the Chobe River can be organized, as long as the water levels are high enough. The experienced polers have an extensive knowledge of the various bird species to be found on the trip.

Other activities include guided Island walks to local villages, that offer an insight into traditional African life. No visit to this part of Africa would be complete without a game drives into the Chobe National Park. Some of the best bird watching in Africa can be accomplished here.

There is no land line on the island, but cell-phone reception is possible with a Botswana Sim card.

Guests are transferred from Kasane Immigration by boat to the lodge, where secure parking is available. The Lodge has its own airstrip on the island, and a plane is available for scenic flights over the area and on to Victoria Falls.

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Tiger fishing

All the necessary equipment is provided for a day of game fishing

Mekoro trips

'Mekoro' is the plural of 'Mokoro' - the name for the local dug out canoes, hollowed from large trees. This is a restful way to experience the area - as your poler skillfully guides you along the waterways

Guided walks

Walking is undoubtedly the best way to experience nature

Birding

The vast river system is home to numerous species and twitchers are sure to be impressed

Directions:

Ichingo Chobe Island Lodge is situated on Impalila Island in the Caprivi. Park your car at the Immigration Office in Kasane and you will be transferred to the Lodge.