Nestled within the game-rich Chobe National Park, Ghoha Hills Savuti Lodge boasts a prime location on the Ghoha Hills, offering unparalleled views of the Savuti Plains. With a design harmonizing seamlessly with its natural surroundings, this lodge provides an immersive experience in the heart of nature.
With 11 luxurious tents, including 2 family tents, meticulously designed with your comfort in mind and offering sweeping views of the valley below, this perfect blend ensures that your safari experience is nothing short of extraordinary. The lodge’s main thatched area houses an open dining space, a bar, and cozy lounges, all overlooking a lively waterhole, where wildlife activity abounds, providing ample opportunities for wildlife viewing.
For relaxation and rejuvenation, guests can indulge in the lodge’s refreshing pool, fully equipped gym, and tranquil spa, catering to their physical and mental well-being. With its understated elegance and attention to detail, Ghoha Hills Savuti Lodge promises an unforgettable safari experience when luxury meets the untamed beauty of Africa.
Ghoha Hills Savuti Lodge holds Eco Tourism certification for its minimal environmental impact, ensuring a sustainable and responsible safari experience for all guests.
Packages
Green Season experiences in Chobe
Two guided birding departures in Green Season, hosted by some of Southern Africa’s most respected birders and split between Nogatsaa Pans and Ghoha Hills Savuti. Places are limited and both experiences are booked directly with our reservations team.
27 January – 1 February 2027
Birding with Faansie Peacock
Nogatsaa Pans and Ghoha Hills Savuti, Chobe, Botswana
Five nights of slow, deliberate birding through Chobe with Faansie Peacock and Sarel van der Westhuizen. Green Season brings breeding displays, vibrant plumage, seasonal visitors and the chance of something rare.
- Length5 nights, 3 at Nogatsaa and 2 at Ghoha Hills
- Hosted byFaansie Peacock and Sarel van der Westhuizen
- SharingFrom R45 000 pp
- SingleFrom R55 000 pp
Full itinerary, inclusions and hosts
A bird’s-eye view
Meet your birding hosts and guides for an introduction to the experience. Depending on arrival times, enjoy your first guided birding drive before returning to the lodge for dinner.
A full day on the Chobe Riverfront, exploring floodplains, riverbanks and wetlands and identifying species by call, movement, habitat and markings. A two-hour river cruise picks up summer waterbirds, raptors and migrants.
Morning and afternoon birding across the pans, woodlands and plains during peak activity, with time for photography, calls, behaviour and the finer detail a traditional safari tends to pass over.
A final morning birding activity and breakfast, then the transfer to Ghoha Hills, adding new species as the habitat changes. Settle in before an afternoon birding activity or leisure time.
A half-day game drive into the Savuti Marsh, working the grasslands, woodlands and seasonal waterways for resident and migratory species alongside Chobe’s larger wildlife.
One last morning birding experience, breakfast, and the road transfer from Ghoha Hills back to Kasane.
What is included
- Land transfers to and from Kasane
- Accommodation, all meals and drinks
- Expert birding guides and rangers
- Game drives and a Chobe River boat cruise
- One spa treatment
- Transfer between the two lodges
What to pack
- Binoculars
- Camera and spare batteries
- Lightweight rain jacket
- Walking shoes
- Wide-brimmed hat
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Insect repellent
Your hosts
Faansie PeacockOne of Southern Africa’s leading ornithologists, an acclaimed author, artist and master birding guide whose field knowledge and enthusiasm turn every excursion into a discovery.
Sarel van der WesthuizenAn experienced safari guide, wildlife photographer and self-taught “bird whisperer” with 25 years in the field, specialising in avian calls, behaviour and migration patterns.
A Chobe River boat cruise is included in the programme, timed around arrival and departure. Flights and travel to Kasane are not included. Terms and conditions apply.
24 February – 1 March 2027
Birding with Doug Newman
Nogatsaa Pans and Ghoha Hills Savuti, Chobe, Botswana
Five nights of slow, deliberate birding through Chobe with Doug Newman and Sarel van der Westhuizen. Green Season brings breeding displays, vibrant plumage, seasonal visitors and the chance of something rare.
- Length5 nights, 3 at Nogatsaa and 2 at Ghoha Hills
- Hosted byDoug Newman and Sarel van der Westhuizen
- SharingFrom R45 000 pp
- SingleFrom R55 000 pp
Full itinerary, inclusions and hosts
A bird’s-eye view
Meet your birding hosts and guides for an introduction to the experience. Depending on arrival times, enjoy your first guided birding drive before returning to the lodge for dinner.
A full day on the Chobe Riverfront, exploring floodplains, riverbanks and wetlands and identifying species by call, movement, habitat and markings. A two-hour river cruise picks up summer waterbirds, raptors and migrants.
Morning and afternoon birding across the pans, woodlands and plains during peak activity, with time for photography, calls, behaviour and the finer detail a traditional safari tends to pass over.
A final morning birding activity and breakfast, then the transfer to Ghoha Hills, adding new species as the habitat changes. Settle in before an afternoon birding activity or leisure time.
A half-day game drive into the Savuti Marsh, working the grasslands, woodlands and seasonal waterways for resident and migratory species alongside Chobe’s larger wildlife.
One last morning birding experience, breakfast, and the road transfer from Ghoha Hills back to Kasane.
What is included
- Land transfers to and from Kasane
- Accommodation, all meals and drinks
- Expert birding guides and rangers
- Game drives and a Chobe River boat cruise
- One spa treatment
- Transfer between the two lodges
What to pack
- Binoculars
- Camera and spare batteries
- Lightweight rain jacket
- Walking shoes
- Wide-brimmed hat
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Insect repellent
Your hosts
Doug NewmanForty years of audio field experience behind guides such as Southern African LBJs Made Simple, and the core recordings behind the region’s leading birding apps. He teaches birding by ear.
Sarel van der WesthuizenAn experienced safari guide, wildlife photographer and self-taught “bird whisperer” with 25 years in the field, specialising in avian calls, behaviour and migration patterns.
A Chobe River boat cruise is included in the programme, timed around arrival and departure. Flights and travel to Kasane are not included. Terms and conditions apply.
Birding with Faansie Peacock
27 January – 1 February 2027
Birding with Doug Newman
24 February – 1 March 2027
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Flights and travel to Kasane are not included. Rates are per person and subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.
Accommodation
We focus on excellent service and pampering the soul while you are on Safari. We are a small intimate lodge with only 11 rooms
Tented Rooms: 11 Luxury Tented Rooms – 26 Pax Capacity
9 Twin / Super King Luxury Tented Rooms – Super King/2 x ¾ bed - sleeps 2 per room
2 Family Luxury Tented Rooms - Main with bathroom on suite and interleading room. Main Room has King Bed and second tent 2 single beds – sleeps 4
Each Room has:
- Private viewing deck overlooking an active waterhole and unparalleled 180 degree views of the Savuti Plains
- En-suite bathrooms with double vanity, separate toilet and separate shower
- Superbly appointed furniture and fittings complemented with lime-washed wooden floors.
- Luxury eco-friendly guest amenities including insect repellent, shampoo and conditioner
- High quality Linen and Towels to ensure your every comfort
- Gowns and slippers for your use
- Mosquito net
- Comfortable armchairs to enjoy the views or catch up on some reading
- Cupboard with hanging space
- Luggage rack
- Roof fan & standing fan
- Power point for charging photographic equipment and cell phones.
- Personal safe with personalised digital settings
- Flashlight for your use in the room
- Air horn for in case of an emergency
Facilities
Rooms: 9 Luxurious Double/Twin Tented Rooms – Super King Bed / 2 x ¾ Beds
2 Luxurious Family Tented Rooms – Main bedroom with Bathroom en-suite and interleading room with 2 x Single Beds
Pilot / Guide: 1 x Pilot/Guide Room (not same standard as guest rooms).
Lounge Area: Thatched main area with viewing decks with seating area overlooking an active waterhole and unparalleled 180 degree views
Dining: Various indoor and outdoor dining
Spa: Various Massage Treatments are available in a room with sweeping views.
Gym: Multi Station Gym Machine & Stationary bike & Dumbbell Set &Yoga Mats
Boma: Campfire area under the stars
Swimming Pool: Rock pool with separate deck with easy access from the main area and great views of the active waterhole below and the Savuti Plains
Curio Shop: Accepts cash and credit card payments.
Laundry: Daily, inclusive laundry service available.
Electricity: Solar farm supplying renewable energy
Library: Books on animals, flora and fauna are available to read at leisure
Wifi: Available at Pool and Main area
Telephone: No telephone communication available. The lodge has a satellite phone and radio for emergencies.
Children: All ages. See child policy for more information
Game Drives: Shared game drives – vehicles seat 6 guests – private game vehicles available at an extra cost
Activities
- Morning & Afternoon game drives in open 4 x 4 safari vehicle on private roads and waterholes.
- Day excursions to the Savuti Marsh visiting the Baobab Theatre, Bushman Rock Paintings & Pimple Hills, including a picnic lunch (min 2 night stay)
- Birdwatching
- Stargazing
- Sundowner drives
- Private Dinners
- Spa – Relax, Recharge, Heal
Ghoha Hills has Eco Tourism certification for their low impact on the environment and the latest solar & waste disposal systems in place.
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General Travel Info:
Malaria
Malaria is prevalent during the mid to late rainy season (January to May) but one should always take precautionary measures. Consult your local GP for preventative malaria prophylaxis. Use insect repellents, sleep under mosquito nets and during the day wear light long sleeved clothing.
Weather
- The Chobe region has two very distinct seasons and experiences hot, wet summer and cool, dry winters.
What to Pack
- Summer months are hot and humid. Cool cotton clothing advised
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses and sunblock
- Cameras and extra SD Cards and binoculars
- Light, neutral coloured clothing
- Bathing suit
- Warm jackets essential in winter (May – Oct)
- Beanie and gloves – the mornings are cold during winter
Location:
Ghoha Hills Savuti Lodge is ideally positioned on the edges of the Ghoha Hills in Savuti within the Chobe National Park approximately 150km south west of Kasane and 230km north east of Maun.
How to get there:
4 x 4 vehicle:
Road transfer is approximately 3 hours taking you through parts of Chobe, some local villages and different 4 x 4 terrains. Transfers can be pre-booked at time of reservation from Kasane Airport. (Minimum 2 people)
Small Aircraft
Kasane Airport with small aircraft – 35 minutes in air plus 40 minutes road transfer
Maun Airport with small aircraft – 50 minutes in air plus 40 minutes road transfer
(Minimum 2 people) – Luggage Restrictions
Helicopter
Kasane Airport to Ghoha hills – 48 Minutes
Ghoha Hills to Nogatsaa pans – 30 Minutes
(Minimum 2 people) – Luggage Restrictions
Luggage restrictions: Personal baggage shall be limited to a maximum of 20kg per person (small soft duffel bags including hand luggage
GPS Co-ordinates: S 18°26’11.11” E 24°13’33.28”
Email: reservations@ghohahills.com | Tel: +27 (0) 11 267 8501 | +27 63 613 9144
Email: reservations@ghohahills.com
Tel: +27 (0) 11 267 8501 | +27 63 613 9144
