Mababe River Campsite

Mababe, Mababe, Botswana
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Mababe River Campsite

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Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
59 reviews

Offering river views, Mababe River Campsite in Mababe offers accommodations and a bar. Housed in a building dating back to 2022, this campground is 6.9 miles from Mababe Gate – Chobe National Park. There's a year-round outdoor pool and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. Maun Airport is 71 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
4 twin beds
12 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
10

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emiel
    South Africa South Africa
    “If only we good give more than a 10! Beautiful location with stunning view of game from the pool. Very friendly and helpful staff.”
  • B
    Botha
    South Africa South Africa
    “Wow! What an amazing experience. This exceptional campsite is a total treat and something for a "bucket list". Thank you, Mababe staff and owners for your hospitality during our stay. We are impressed, to say the least, with the pool, rooms,...”
  • Konrad
    Poland Poland
    “Very good place for both Chobe and Moremi. The owner is super attentive. Loved the pool and the bar.”
  • Malcolm
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Camped, had a private bathroom and kitchen Honesty bar, pool, waterhole,”
  • M
    Matthew
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Amazing place to stay with wildlife everywhere. Woke up to elephants eating the tree next to our tent which was amazing.”
  • Ks
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “A well above average campsite for this region. An external sink unit, shower room and toilet for each site. Two units back on to each other and the campsites are closer together than you would expect in the bush. Similarly not the bush views some...”
  • Sijanda
    the Netherlands the Netherlands
    “The view. The quality of the food. When we arrived they asked us if we want to have dinner, because we booked in advance they offer dinner option. Best food we have had during our holiday. But also the vibe on the bar is amazing. And having your...”
  • Cori
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful, well looked after property with lovely facilities and friendly helpful staff. The property is right next to the river with all the animals that you would seen in Khwai, but with far better facilities. We stopped over on our way to...”
  • Lea
    Germany Germany
    “Everything! Campsite is situated under trees, so nicely shadow. Unfenced, so you get the real natural wildlife thrill :) Lodge is amazingto hang out and watch the plains for more animals. Loved the honesty bar: grab your drink, make a note, pay...”
  • Lezanne
    Botswana Botswana
    “Breakfast was great. Fresh fruit, nice tasty of homemade bread.”

Managed by Mababe River Campsite

Company review score: 9.7Based on 67 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company info

We will try our best to make you feel at home and part of the family. We also offer activities and can supply Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on prebooking's. We also have a pool and bar on the premises.

Property info

It is a campsite ONLY for self-drives and each campsite have its own ablution block with hot shower, Toilet, Scullery and Braai area with 220v power. We do not supply bed, tents or any camp equipment. No Kid allowed in the pool after 18:30 We are 7Km from Mababe Gate and 37Km from Khwai. We are nearly in the middle if you travel from Maun to Kasane. Moremi Game reserve is 37Km from us and day drive to Xakanaxa, Third bridge is all in a days activity's. Mababe Gate is 7Km from us and entry point to Savuti marsh or road to Kasane

Neighborhood info

We are well situated between Moremi National Park and Chobe National Park nearly halve way between Maun(130 Km) and Kasane (190 Km) and can with ease travel to Xakanaxa (70 Km) for a day trip. We are 37Km from Khwai (Moremi North Gate) and 7Km from Mababe Gate (Chobe Savuti South entrance gate).

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Mababe River Campsite
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower

View

  • River view
  • View

Food & Drink

  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Pool bar
    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Spa

    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Mababe River Campsite takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Adult (18+ years)
    Extra bed upon request
    Free

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay credit cardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Mababe River Campsite of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    FAQs about Mababe River Campsite

    • Check-in at Mababe River Campsite is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Mababe River Campsite is 2,300 feet from the center of Mababe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Mababe River Campsite offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Swimming pool

    • The prices at Mababe River Campsite may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.