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Chobe Game Lodge champions eco-friendly tourism

Out for a drive: Masisi hailed Chobe’s commitment to eco-friendly tourism
Out for a drive: Masisi hailed Chobe’s commitment to eco-friendly tourism

Chobe Game Lodge, a subsidiary of Chobe Holdings, has emerged as the frontrunner in eco-friendly tourism in Botswana, standing as the only lodge in the country that operates electric boats and vehicles for safari excursions.

The feat has garnered attention not only within the industry but also from the highest office in the land, as Chobe Holdings’ Group Managing Director, MC Odumetse, recently showcased the eco-initiatives to President Mokgweetsi Masisi.

During the visit, Masisi expressed his admiration for the efforts undertaken by the Chobe Game Lodge. He commended the company's dedication to sustainable practices and voiced his hope that other entities would follow suit. In an interview, Odumetse expressed his pride in the company's sustainable approach. "Sustainability is an integral part of our DNA.

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