Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park Safari Trips & Tours

Chobe National Park

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Chobe National Park Safari Trips & Tours

A place for unrivalled elephant sightings in Botswana and serene boat cruises along the mighty Chobe River.

If you love elephants (and who doesn't?), then the Chobe River should be top of your must-see list. The area hosts one of the largest concentrations of elephants in Africa, and a drive through the Chobe National Park ensures many sightings of these gentle pachyderms. The Chobe River makes up the northern border of Botswana and Namibia and winds through a vast open floodplain that supports incredible concentrations of wildlife such as wildebeest, buffalo, zebra, impala and, of course, the many predators that follow the herds. One of the best ways to experience the river is on a serene Chobe boat safari for an eye-level encounter with the beasts and birds.

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The Chobe River will become your second home on a trip up here and seeing the famous Chobe elephants and buffalo gather on the banks in their hundreds to splash, play and drink is unforgettable. For maximum exposure and the best view, a boat trip is key and there are different options to suit all styles and requirements. Early-morning trips are longer and often better for birding (Chobe is renowned for its water birds), but sunset cruises have the advantage of spotting nocturnal animals - and a G&T as the sun sets. For photographers, we would recommend choosing a customised, double-decker vessel for spectacular photos. Away from the river, the terrain is a patchwork of mopane woodland and dry, Kalahari soil. The animals are dotted around but quite easy to see, and your sightings list should include cheetah, leopard, lion and spotted hyena. The cats are easier to spot on game drives (usually on offer twice daily, morning and afternoon), but lion are often known to lie in wait for their prey on the riverbank, offering up a good chance of boat-based sightings too.

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Why you'll love your Chobe National Park safari package

Why you'll love your Chobe National Park safari package

The Chobe River is one of the only permanent water sources for miles and miles, and that means big game! You’ll spot enormous herds of elephant and buffalo, large lion prides, leopard and wild dog, all against the backdrop of the pretty, riverside setting.

Off the beaten track

Off the beaten track

Choose one of the tented camps in Chobe for a more personal and intimate experience. Even if you don’t think "rustic" is quite your cup of tea, these camps are undoubtedly the best way to experience the magic of Chobe.

Something to think about

Something to think about

Its proximity to bucket-list gem Victoria Falls means Chobe does get busy. It’s also a national park (unlike other areas in Bots), so activities are slightly more restricted – no off-roading for example, or night drives, and there are strict rules about timings for entering and exiting the park.

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