What wildlife will I see?

Chobe National Park hosts large elephant herds (thousands), buffalo, lions, giraffes, hippos, and leopards. River cruises favour water-dependent species; game drives cover savanna predators and mixed herds. Sightings vary by season and timing, but Chobe offers higher wildlife density than most African parks.

Do I need a visa for Botswana?

Most nationalities receive 90-day tourist visas on arrival at the Botswana border. Zimbabwe residents should obtain a KAZA Univisa before travel for smoother cross-border processing. Zambian visitors (Livingstone) proceed directly to Botswana without Zimbabwe entry.

What documents do children need?

Children must carry original birth certificates when crossing into Botswana; photocopies are not accepted. All children also need valid passports (if applicable). Check your country's child travel requirements well in advance.

How long is the full trip from hotel to hotel?

The total duration is approximately 9 hours, including pick-up, border crossing, 3-hour river safari, lunch, 3.5-hour game drive, and return transfer. Early morning departures are standard.

Yes, a buffer lunch is included mid-day (between the river cruise and afternoon game drive). Confirm dietary requirements at booking if needed.

Are the vehicles open or enclosed?

Game drives use open-sided 4×4 jeeps for optimal wildlife viewing and photography. The river cruise operates on an open-deck boat. Bring sun protection and a light rain jacket for weather exposure.

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Chobe Full Day Safari Trip

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About this activity

Explore Chobe National Park's abundant wildlife on a comprehensive 9-hour safari combining a 3-hour river cruise and 3.5-hour game drive in open 4×4 vehicles. Pick-ups from Victoria Falls or Livingstone hotels include border crossing into Botswana, lunch, and expert guiding through one of Africa's densest wildlife concentrations.

A Trip all day in the Chobe National Park Botswana for about 9 hours. Clients are picked up from their lodge or Hotel in Victoria Falls and Livingstone in the morning and transferred into Botswana. On arrival the guide will meet and greet clients and then proceed for a morning Boat Safari Cruise on the Chobe river in the National Park for 3 hours before heading back for a buffer lunch. After the lunch ,the Safari search continues for another 3 hour 30 minutes in the park on a Game drive 4 x 4 open jeep . Elephants, Buffalo, lions , Giraffe just to name a few are home to this park too. A tour that will give you all the best chances to see wildlife and enjoy the nature closer.

Important Travel Note - Always carry Birth Certificates when traveling with kids across the border for this Tour or any that has immigration processes.KAZA Visa ideal for the tour especially for guests picked up from Zimbabwe. Note Livingstone Zambia goes straight into Botswana no need to via Zimbabwe.

Highlights

✓3-hour Chobe River boat safari—elephants, hippos, and water-dependent wildlife at close range
✓3.5-hour open-jeep game drive across savanna habitat
✓Dual-habitat approach maximises elephant and big cat sightings
✓Included hotel transfers and border logistics from Zimbabwe or Zambia
✓Guided by experienced Chobe National Park rangers
✓Lunch break included mid-day

Insider tips

★Early morning river cruise (before midday heat) offers the best wildlife activity and photography light
★Bring binoculars and a camera with a good zoom—Chobe elephants often stay at distance on land
★The river cruise is less crowded than peak afternoon game drives; position yourself on the upper deck for unobstructed views
★Ask your guide about recent big cat activity locations before the game drive portion

Good to know

•Children crossing the border require original birth certificates (copies not accepted); passport holders need valid documents
•KAZA Univisa recommended for Zimbabwe-originating guests; Livingstone visitors travel direct to Botswana without Zimbabwe passage
•Wear neutral, muted clothing (greens/tans) to avoid startling wildlife during drives
•Sun protection essential—hat, sunscreen SPF 50+, and long sleeves protect against UV and insects
•Open-sided vehicles offer unobstructed views but expose you fully to weather; bring a light rain jacket

Who it's for

Safari first-timers seeking concentrated big-five potential without a multi-day commitmentFamilies with school-age children (birth certificates essential for minors)Wildlife photographers wanting river and land-based vantage points in one dayVictoria Falls or Livingstone-based travellers with 1–2 days available for nature exploration

Best time to visit

Year-round viable, but May–September (dry season) concentrates wildlife at Chobe River; water levels are lowest and animals congregate predictably. Early departures (dawn pickup) maximise activity during cooler morning hours.

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Sam H.

Feb 2026

our guide Pablo was brilliant and a pride of lions right at dawn was the highlight, and went last tuesday.

Vik D.

Jan 2026

our guide Sven had so many stories and a leopard up a tree near the river was the highlight ... For our anniversary so it wasnt too busy. Miles ahead of a similar safari we tried in hanoi, and fine even with my dodgy knee, and out for a solid 6 hours. Would book again no question.

Lena F.

May 2025

omar our guide was class, booked it for my birthday

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