UPDATE: Ichobezi Makwae was introduced in 2007 as second vessel, a third followed, today (2026) it is about the Chobe Princesses (3 of them)

Luxurious & relaxing game viewing:

This luxury houseboat is a recommended alternative to a lodge along the Chobe River. If you book three (out of total four) double rooms, you will be the only guests on the Ichobezi Makwae Housboat. As we were two families with a teen each, we were able to do so. We did this on the occasion of our fantastic Botswana, Namibia and Victoria Falls fly-in safari, expertly guided by Ultimate Safaris (now ultimate.earth, sightings included the Big 5, cheetah, wild dog and sitatunga).

The houseboat offers medium sized rooms with a small bathroom. And it comes with all the necessary equipment of normal hotel rooms. In addition to your (private) room, there is a dining area with a bar, a lounge area, a plunge pool and a small sundeck. It was a great experience, and everything was for our own use.



As far as the culinary side is concerned, three meals and all drinks are included in the rate. The food was really good, among the best of our trip. Service wise we have no complaints, the staff was eager to please.

The houseboat cruised along the Chobe River, and we could see plenty of animals from the deck (elephants, hippos, buffalos and other game). For closer game viewing, two speed boats were at our disposal.

And one day, we even had the chance to observe a lion kill, awesome!