Kasane is a city in the Okavango-Chobe region, the northeast corner of Botswana. Set on the south bank of the Chobe River, it faces Namibia's Caprivi Strip to the north. Zimbabwe and Zambia lie nearby. Kasane is a tourist hub, a jumping-off point for the Chobe National Park and Victoria Falls.
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Kasane is laid out along the south bank of the Chobe River, and the main road follows the river's course. Thus the city is pretty linear. There are stands of taxis in the northeast corner of the Spar. Fare is negoatited beforehand. Prepared to push back on their initial price, but taxi drivers are otherwise fair. There is not much public transport in Kasane. Many destinations (between Chobe Safari Lodge and Mowana) are within 2 km of each other, so you can get around well by foot. If you need a ride, you are best off with your own vehicle. Or, your lodge or safari operator may offer a transfer. Many many taxis were seen in the city branded with a specific Kasane taxi organisation label.
Game drives in the Chobe National Park just to the west. It seems like every lodge offers game drives, so there are many to choose from. They typically last three hours to all day. There is a fee to enter the park, which may be included in the game drive fee. Self-drive game drives are also possible. Be sure you have a proper 4x4 vehicle, proper gear, enough water and fuel, and campsite reservations for the park. Chobe river cruises. These are offered by many operators, likely including your lodge. They typically are 3 hours long, from about 15:00-18:00, through the sunset. Some cruises are in small boats which hold only six people; others are in large double-decker boats. About P320.
Many of the hotels have in-house dining rooms offering breakfast and dinner. The Mowana has a fine buffet dinner, with a total cost of about P200/person including drinks and tip. It includes a selection of game meats, and Botswana specialties like pap and shredded beef. The Chobe Safari Lodge also offers an outstanding buffet dinner, with game meat, and stir-fry cooked while you wait. Set in an open room overlooking the river, with outstanding service, it makes for a fine evening. About P180/person including drinks and tip.
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In Aug, Kasane typically sees ~30°C daytime highs and 0 rainy days.
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