At Chobe Safari Lodge, sustainability isn’t a side project; it’s central to everything they do. Here’s how they’re making a difference:

🌱 Rewilding the Bush Walk

• Over 200 indigenous trees planted along the Chobe River to protect the shoreline from erosion.
• Native species like Sweet Thorn and Zambezi cocoa bush reintroduced to restore soil health and attract pollinators.
• The Treetops Lookout deck built entirely from reclaimed timber.

Fresh & Local

• An on-site bakery produces bread, pastries, and rusks daily.
• Their in-house bottling plant filters water using reverse osmosis, cutting plastic waste and reducing food miles.

Community First

• 99% of staff are Batswana, with over 200 local citizens employed.
• Staff development includes extensive training and career growth opportunities.
• Active support of ‘Learn to Play’, bringing sustainable play-based early learning to remote villages.

Conservation in Action

• Partnership with SAFRING (University of Cape Town) on bird-ringing projects, providing critical migration and population data.
• Aligned with Chobe Holdings’ wider eco-initiatives: solar energy, advanced waste management, and anti-poaching support.

The Takeaway
When guests stay at Chobe Safari Lodge, they’re not just enjoying world-class hospitality; they’re actively contributing to a sustainable future for Botswana’s wildlife, communities, and environment.

At Thompsons Africa, we believe that true luxury in travel is only meaningful when it supports the people, wildlife, and environments that make Africa so special. Chobe Safari Lodge’s commitment to rewilding, reducing waste, empowering local communities, and conserving biodiversity is a perfect reflection of our own sustainability ethos. By partnering with lodges like this, we ensure that every journey we offer is not only memorable for our guests but also meaningful for the future of Southern Africa.

Contact our team today to check availability and book your ideal package.
Email: info@thompsonsafrica.com
Tel: +27 31 275 3500