Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls

Zambia



Enjoy a guided day trip from Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park in Botswana. Cruise along the Chobe River, spotting wildlife, and savor lunch at a local lodge before an afternoon game drive

Chobe National Park Day Tour from Victoria Falls

This guided day tour departs from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and offers wildlife viewing in Chobe National Park, Botswana, ideal for nature and safari enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Spot the Big 4: elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, plus diverse antelope species and birds
  • Enjoy a morning cruise along the Chobe River
  • Benefit from knowledgeable English-speaking guides

Description

Chobe National Park is famous for its large elephant populations, especially during the dry season when approximately 85,000 elephants gather along the riverbanks. The park also hosts lions, leopards, buffaloes, sable, puku, kudu, eland, hippos, and some of Africa’s largest crocodiles.

The tour starts with a transfer from Victoria Falls to the Kazungula border, where clients meet their Botswana guide. A morning boat cruise on the Chobe River follows, offering abundant wildlife viewing opportunities. After the cruise, guests enjoy lunch at a riverfront hotel. The afternoon includes a game drive in Chobe National Park before returning to the Kazungula border to meet the Zimbabwean guide for the transfer back to Victoria Falls.

Includes

  • Transfers to and from Chobe National Park
  • Game drive in Chobe National Park
  • Lunch
  • Boat cruise on the Chobe River
  • English-speaking guide
  • Bottled or mineral water
  • Chobe National Park entrance fee

Excludes

  • Items of personal nature

Important Information

  • This activity takes place in Botswana; a valid passport is required for border crossings.
  • A visa for Zimbabwe will be needed when returning from Chobe National Park; clients must ensure they have all required documents.
  • The drive from Victoria Falls to Kazungula border is approximately 50 minutes, plus 20 minutes from Kazungula to Chobe National Park.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring your passport, wear comfortable clothing and sunscreen, and plan your visit during the dry season for optimal wildlife sightings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes a morning boat cruise on the Chobe River and an afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park, Botswana.
The trip starts in Victoria Falls, Zambia, and includes activities in Chobe National Park, Botswana.
It is a full-day tour combining both a morning river cruise and an afternoon game drive.
Yes, Chobe National Park is known for its large elephant herds, especially near the Chobe River during the dry season.
Yes, the tour includes experienced English-speaking guides throughout the day.
Wildlife viewing is excellent year-round, but the dry season offers higher chances to see large elephant herds along the river.
Yes, this day trip offers prime opportunities to see the Big 4 and various wildlife species in Botswana’s Chobe National Park near Zambia.
Travelers may need a visa to enter Botswana from Zambia; check official border requirements before your trip.
Chobe National Park is approximately a 1–2 hour drive from Victoria Falls, Zambia, depending on border crossing times.
Check the official tour website or booking platform for up-to-date information on hours and availability.

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