Lodge Hopper

Explore Botswana and Southern Africa on your own terms. The Lodge Hopper gives you the freedom of a capable 4×4, with an extending rooftop tent for those nights when you want to swap the lodge for the African bush.

Lodge Hopper

Land Cruiser V6 ’79 4.0l Petrol Lodge Hopper

Built for travellers who prefer lodges but still want the freedom of a self-drive adventure.

Travel from lodge to lodge, explore at your own pace and take the roads less travelled. And when your itinerary calls for a night under the stars, the extending rooftop tent gives you a comfortable camping option right above your vehicle.

Independent travel, without having to choose between comfort and adventure.

Seasonal Rental Rates:
High Season USD$ 300/Day

*May – October*

Low Season USD$ 260/Day

*November -April*

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    Lodge Hopper

    Land Cruiser V6 ’79 4.0l Petrol Lodge Hopper

    For travellers looking to get off the beaten track, the Lodge Hopper keeps things simple without compromising on capability.

    Its compact setup makes it an ideal choice for couples or two-person adventures, while the proven Land Cruiser platform gives you the confidence to tackle Botswana’s sand, gravel roads and remote safari tracks.

    Fully equipped for camping and backed by Chobe 4×4’s local knowledge and support, it gives you everything you need to travel further and experience Botswana at your own pace.

    Seasonal Rental Rates:
    High Season USD$ 300/Day

    *May – October*

    Low Season USD$ 260/Day

    *November -April*

    Lodge Hopper

    Land Cruiser V6 ’79 4.0l Petrol Lodge Hopper

    Built for travellers who prefer lodges but still want the freedom of a self-drive adventure.

    Travel from lodge to lodge, explore at your own pace and take the roads less travelled. And when your itinerary calls for a night under the stars, the extending rooftop tent gives you a comfortable camping option right above your vehicle.

    Seasonal Rental Rates:
    High Season USD$ 300/Day

    *May – October*

    Low Season USD$ 260/Day

    *November -April*

    Manual

    4 Passangers

    Double Bed (Sleeps 2)

    Fully Insured

    Terrain Capability

    Sand

    Gravel

    Mud

    Corrugations

    Highway

    Camping Details

    Your Camp, Wherever the Road Takes You

    A lodge-based safari doesn’t mean every night has to be spent indoors.

    The extending rooftop tent gives you the flexibility to include camping nights along your route without needing a dedicated camping vehicle.

    Arrive at your campsite, extend the tent and create your own sleeping space above the ground. It’s perfect for adding a little more adventure to your journey whenever the mood — or the route — takes you into the wild.

    Lodge tonight. Bush tomorrow. You decide.

    What's Included

    Lodge Hopper
    2 sleeper

    Arrive, load up and head into the wild. Your Cruiser comes fully equipped with the essentials for comfortable camping, confident driving and unforgettable adventures.

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    Vehicle Personality

    Built for explorers who want to go further, stay capable and keep things simple.

    What's Included

    Lodge Hopper
    2 sleeper

    Arrive, load up and head into the wild. Your Cruiser comes fully equipped with the essentials for comfortable camping, confident driving and unforgettable adventures.

    Lodge Hopper

    Vehicle Personality

    Built for explorers who want to go further, stay capable and keep things simple.

    Why Choose This Cruiser?

    Built For The Journey Beyond

    This isn’t just a 4×4. It’s your ticket to the wild.

    Our 79’ Land Cruisers are built for the realities of African self-drive — rugged tracks, sandy terrain, remote wilderness and long days on the road. Fully equipped for safari and backed by Chobe 4×4’s local knowledge, route planning and 24/7 support, this Cruiser gives you the confidence to explore further without sacrificing comfort.

    Set up camp beneath the stars, follow the tracks into the wilderness and spend the day exactly where you want to be. No tour schedule. No crowded safari vehicle. Just you, your Cruiser and the freedom to experience Botswana on your own terms.

    Capable. Comfortable. Completely yours for the journey.

    Why Choose This Cruiser?

    Built For The Journey Beyond

    This isn’t just a 4×4. It’s your ticket to the wild.

    Our 79’ Land Cruisers are built for the realities of African self-drive — rugged tracks, sandy terrain, remote wilderness and long days on the road. Fully equipped for safari and backed by Chobe 4×4’s local knowledge, route planning and 24/7 support, this Cruiser gives you the confidence to explore further without sacrificing comfort.

    Set up camp beneath the stars, follow the tracks into the wilderness and spend the day exactly where you want to be. No tour schedule. No crowded safari vehicle. Just you, your Cruiser and the freedom to experience Botswana on your own terms.

    Capable. Comfortable. Completely yours for the journey.

    VENTURE INTO THE WILD WITH
    Our Lodge Hopper

    Powerful, dependable, ready to roam and built for travellers who don’t want to simply see Africa—they want to experience it. Take the wheel of this 79 Series V6 and venture beyond the ordinary, tackling rugged tracks, crossing wild landscapes and chasing the next horizon with the confidence of a true Land Cruiser.

     

    VENTURE INTO THE WILD WITH Our Lodge Hopper

    Powerful, dependable, ready to roam and built for travellers who don’t want to simply see Africa—they want to experience it. Take the wheel of this 79 Series V6 and venture beyond the ordinary, tackling rugged tracks, crossing wild landscapes and chasing the next horizon with the confidence of a true Land Cruiser.

     

    Map to African Safari Lodges and Accommodation

    an interactive map of all camping, caravan, fishing and bush lodges in all of Southern Africa.

    14 Day Itinerary

    Day 1-2         Kasane Chobe Safari Lodge camping + Sunset cruise + Vicfalls day trip

    Day 3-4       Nwabwa River Lodge camping

    Day 5           Shametu River Lodge camping

    Day 6:          Makgovango River Lodge

    Day 7-8       Grassland Lodge in Gantsi + Bushmen interaction

    Day 9-12     CKGR camping

    Day 13           Rakops River Lodge camping

    Day 14          Sedia Hotel Maun + scenic flight

    13 Day Itinerary 4 people

    Day 1:                Gaborone – Mokolodi Nature reserve challets + sunset game drive

    Day 2-3:          Khutse camping

    Day 4-8:          CKGR camping

    Day 9:              Planet baobab camping

    Day 10-11:          Kubu Island camping

    Day 12:              Khama Rhino Sanctuary camping

    Day 13:               Gaborone Aquarian Tide DBB

    13 Day Itinerary 2 people

    Day 1-2:         Vicfalls Shearwater Village

    Day 3:             Kasane Chobe Safari Lodge + sunset cruise

    Day 4- 5:       Kongola Lodge

    Day 6-8:        Guma Lagoon + fishing

    Day 9:             Maun

    Day 10-11:       Khumaga

    Day 12:            Elephant Sands

    Day 13:            Lucky Bush camp