Ngoma Safari Lodge

A lovely lodge with great views. We stayed there three nights which is about right. Our guide Sam, was great and really knowledgeable and patient. He found things that other people could not. The staff were really friendly and the food was great. The boat trip down the Chobe river was a highlight, having lunch moored next to several hundred elephants will stay with us for a long time. For those wanting a “traditional” safari experience I can recommend Ngoma. Unfortunately, I did have a big disappointment there. I love walking safari’s and one of the reasons that I booked Ngoma was the prominence they gave to walking on their website. When I arrived I was told that walking was not possible because the rains had arrived, the grasses were long and it was not safe to walk. I entirely get the guest and staff safety is paramount, but there was nothing on the website warning you that walking is not possible at certain times of the year. Other guests staying at nearby lodges had enjoyed walks with similar vegetation. This was a shame as it did really disappoint me and the lodge is a really good one with many things to recommend it.

We stayed for 3 nights in November 2025. It was a great stay! The lodge was clean and inviting, our room spacious and private, and the food and service top notch. Ziti and the rest of the staff made our stay very special. Our safari guide, MK, was very knowledgeable and helped us find many animals. Highlights included 3 close encounters with elephants, 3 lions with a fresh zebra kill, and 20 or so giraffe in all 3 states(tower, journey, and stride!) We paired this with a 3 day stay at Hwange in Zimbabwe and 2 days in Victoria Falls for a truly memorable trip!

Professional, service-minded and friendly staff. Beautiful views. Amazing safaris. Excellent food. The suites are beautiful and clean.

Views over the Chobe area into Namibia were expansive and beautiful! Our full day experience was delightful and we enjoyed every game drive with MK, our guide. We saw so many animals during our time here! Staff was exceptional - so kind and responsive! Food was very good and we especially liked our Boma experience and taking home one of Chef Samson’s yummy recipes. A lovely spot!

The best place to stay to get away from the Chobe crowds. Set up on the hill it overlooks the floodplain, and we could have sat there all day enjoying the vew. Brilliant food, great service, wonderful guides - all in all a faultless experience. It is an hour drive to do the boat experience, but coupled with an all-day in the park - its a win.