Chobe Extended Day Trip

Matabeleland North, Botswana



Explore the Chobe & its wildlife on a full-day trip from Victoria Falls. Enjoy a game drive and a cruise down the Chobe River. Hotel pickup and drop-off, breakfast, and lunch are included.

This full-day Chobe National Park tour from Zambia or Zimbabwe offers a morning game drive and a 3-hour boat cruise, ideal for wildlife enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Early game drive in Chobe National Park for better wildlife sightings
  • Lunch included at Chobe Safari Lodge
  • Three-hour boat cruise on the Chobe River

Description

Your day begins with a 5 a.m. pickup from your hotel in Zambia or Zimbabwe, allowing an hour-long drive through Zambezi National Park to the border. Arriving at Chobe National Park around 6:30 a.m., you will start a guided game drive to observe native wildlife, including big cats, in their natural environment.

Lunch is served at Chobe Safari Lodge around noon, followed by free time to relax. In the afternoon, enjoy a three-hour boat cruise on the Chobe River, with opportunities to spot birds and other wildlife. The cruise concludes with a sunset view over the river.

The return trip to your hotel takes roughly one hour, with arrival expected by 8 p.m. Please note the tour requires a minimum of four participants per booking.

Includes

  • Park fees for non-residents
  • All planned activities
  • Professional driver and guide
  • All transportation during the tour
  • All applicable taxes and VAT
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Drinks included

Excludes

  • International flights to and from home
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Additional accommodation before or after the tour
  • Tips (suggested US$10 per person per day)
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Any government-imposed increases in taxes or park fees

Important Information

  • Bring sunscreen, sunhats, and long sleeves for sun protection

Cancellation Policy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park, lunch at Chobe Safari Lodge, and a three-hour boat cruise on the Chobe River.
The tour starts with a 5 a.m. hotel pickup in Zambia or Zimbabwe, followed by a drive through Zambezi National Park to the Chobe border in Botswana.
The boat cruise on the Chobe River lasts approximately three hours.
Yes, the early morning game drive through Chobe National Park offers opportunities to spot big cats and other wildlife native to Botswana.
Yes, lunch is included and served at Chobe Safari Lodge as part of the trip.
The tour begins with a hotel pickup at around 5 a.m. to maximize wildlife viewing opportunities in Botswana's Chobe National Park.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality; check border crossing regulations for Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe before your trip.
You can expect to see elephants, big cats like lions, hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species in Chobe National Park, Botswana.
Yes, the trip is family-friendly, but check specific age restrictions or recommendations on the tour provider's website.
Check the official tour website for the most up-to-date information on schedules and availability.

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