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Muchenje Campsite & Cottages
Located in
Botswana :: Four Nations
Category:
Camping :: Lodge Camp
Muchenje Campsite & Cottages is a family owned and managed property in the Chobe Enclave, 7.2km from the Chobe National Park, Ngoma gate.
The campsites are situated in a riverine forest and each campsite is secluded and set under tall acacia trees on the elevated banks of the Chobe Floodplain.
There are 10 spacious, well-levelled campsites, each accommodating 4 to 6 campers. Each site has its own braai/BBQ stand, 220V electrical points and clean running water. There are 4 separate ablutions units, each with own basin, toilet and solar assisted hot water showers.
Outdoor wash-up and laundry areas are also available.
Self catering cottages are also offered. Reservations are mandatory.
| Address : | 7.2km from the Chobe National Park (Ngoma Park Gate), Muchenje, North West, Botswana. |
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| Postal : | Private Bag K4, Kasane, Botswana |
| Contact : | Haydn Willans |
| Direct : | +267 75 007 327 |
| Cell : | +267 75 007 327 |
| Gate Cell : | +267 75 007 327 |
| Cellphone Reception : | Good |
From Kazungula/Kasane, Botswana: When you come into Kazungula turn left at the Engen garage following signs for Kazungula/Kasane. (If you need to resupply there are shops and fuel stations at the Kazungula junction and then again in Kasane town) Continue along the A1 until you reach the Chobe National Park access gate. Please alight from your vehicle and sign the book at the office. Your destination is Muchenje. You do not need to pay park fees as you are in transit. Follow the tarred road 60km through the park, note that the speed limit is 80km/h and be careful of animals. When you reach the access gate at Ngoma alight from your vehicle and sign the book at the office. Turn immediately left signposted Mabele/ Kavimba/ Kachikau/ Satua/ Parakarungu/ Savuti/ Linyanti/Maun. Follow the road for 7.2km and turn right into the entrance at the brown SADC signpost Muchenje Campsite and Cottages.
| Best Time to Visit : | May-October (Best Game viewing) |
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| Gate Opening and Closing Times : | Chobe National Gate Opening times: April - September 06h00 - 18h00; October - March 05h00- 19h00 |
| Rates Quoted : | Per Person |
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| Base Currency : | BWP |
| Minimum Rate : | 235.00 |
| Maximum Rate : | 235.00 |
| Updated for : | 2024 |
| Comments : | Half price for children 5-12, children under 4 free. Self catering BWP1 195 per unit. These prices exclude a BWP10 per person per night government bed levy. |
| Payment Methods Accepted : | Cash, Credit Card, Electronic Funds Transfer |
| Fee/s : | PARK ENTRY FEES: BWP10pp (Citizen); BWP30pp (Residents); BWP120pp (Non-Resident). (Updated Jun-2020). |
| Nearest ATM : | Kasane |
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| Nearest Bank : | Kasane |
| Languages spoken : | English |
| Pre-Booking : | Required |
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| Accommodation (Self-catering Cottages & Self Catering Tents), Restrooms, Supplies Shop (Firewood, Ice, Meat, drinks, bread, snacks, sweets, chips, bottled water, tinned food goods, dry pasta, pasta sauces and local curios.), Wedding Facilities, Safe Parking Available | |
| Other Facilities : | Chapel. Laundry services available. |
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| Nearby Facilities : | Liquor Shop - 4.8kms west in Mabele village |
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| Number of Sites : | 10 | |
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| Is water drinkable? : | Yes | |
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| Tours and Excursions, Boat Trips, Photography | |
| Game to View : | Elephant. Buffalo. Zebra. Giraffe. Hippo. Lion. Wild Dog. Hyena. Impala. Kudu and various other antelope. |
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| More Activities : | Nearby game viewing in Chobe National Park. |
| Notes on Activities : | 4x4 Game Drives (Guided & Self-drive) to nearby Chobe National Park - Ngoma Park gate is only 7km (5 minute drive) from Muchenje Campsite & Cottages camp Chobe Boat cruises on Chobe River available in Kasane Day Trips to Victoria Falls. (Some activities may be offered nearby). |
| Closest Town : | Kasane |
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FUEL:
A friendly reminder to all self drive enthusiasts visiting Northern Botswana and Chobe West - the Puma Fuel filling station in Muchenje Village has recently closed and it is uncertain as to when or if it will reopen again this year. Nearest fuel station to Muchenje Campsite & Cottages is in Kasane town. (Jun-2020).
ROAD ACCESS & CONDITIONS:
Access to Muchenje from Kasane is through the Chobe National Park along the tarred transit road and opening times apply to this transit road and all drivers are required to sign the register on entry and exit to the transit road. The parks gate hours are: April-September: Gate opens 06h00 -18h30 and from October- March: Gate opens 05h00 to 19h00.
Access to Muchenje is from well maintained, tarred roads and is suitable for all cars. Please note that if you wish to explore the Chobe National Park 4x4s with good clearance are required! (Jun-2020).
Very safe with 24hr security!
“A wonderfull place , very clean and a very warm hospitality. great place to stay Josef B.” - JOSEF BARZAM, 2016/09/17
“The camp, right on the Chobe river, has 10 beautiful and very private campsites. There are also 3 cottages. The site is very safe with 24 hours security.” - Mietsie Visser, 2016/05/23
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