The latest innovation in the world of sustainable safari is all about the volts powering your game drive or cruise. Solar-powered safari vehicles, though still in its infancy, are rapidly getting into pole position for zero-emission, carbon-neutral holidays in Africa.
Chobe Game Lodge in Botswana pioneered the solar-powered eco-safari concept and in 2014, the lodge launched the first solar-powered safari vehicle and safari boat in Africa. Today, its solar-powered safari cars make up the majority of its fleet, and more solar-powered safari boats have been introduced.
Chobe Game Lodge’s solar-powered safari vehicles charge via a big solar panel station on the property, and offer guests silent, CO2 emission-free game drives in Africa’s elephant empire – Chobe National Park is home to the world’s biggest herds.
But no Chobe safari is complete without experiencing the magic of the Chobe River. The lodge’s solar-powered boats are specifically designed to ensure complete comfort and superb views. Boating safaris are ideal for avid wildlife photographers because it offers ample space for equipment and unique angles not available on 4×4 vehicles. This water-based activity is a highlight of any stay at Chobe Game Lodge. Watching thirsty elephants line the river’s edge, boisterous hippos argue over lagoon real estate, and hundreds of antelope (including the rare puku) make their way to the water are unsurpassable game viewing experiences.
Quietly gliding through the African bushveld, these solar-powered safari vehicles are revolutionising the traditional game drive experience. Making the shift from fossil fuel to electric is one such stride that is gaining more traction across the continent. From Kruger to Kenya, and Timbavati to Tanzania, we are seeing a host of lodges adopting this revolutionary development.
Best time to visit:
The best time to visit Botswana is during the dry season between May and October, when you can expect warm, sunny days (22°C to 35°C) and chilly nights. This is also when the water levels in the Okavango Delta are at their highest, creating the waterways and channels Botswana is famed for.
Ideal for:
Chobe Game Lodge’s wildlife encounters are plentiful and all of Chobe feels like true wilderness. It is a place that can be enjoyed by everyone: couples, families, and seasoned Africa travellers.
What makes the property unique:
One of Botswana's most famous and much-loved safari lodges, Chobe Game Lodge boasts the finest location in Chobe being the only lodge located within Chobe National Park itself. The Lodge lies on the banks of the mighty Chobe River in a particularly pretty setting and offers a luxurious base for exploring Chobe.
Chobe Game Lodge:
https://www.chobegamelodge.com/
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