Chobe Extended Day Trip

Zimbabwe



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 suits wildlife enthusiasts seeking morning game drives and afternoon river cruises.

Highlights

  • Chobe game drive before the crowds
  • Lunch included
  • Three-hour boat cruise on the Chobe River

Description

Your day begins with a 5 a.m. hotel pickup in Zambia or Zimbabwe, followed by a one-hour drive through Zambezi National Park to the Chobe border. Arriving around 6:30 a.m., you will embark on a game drive with a professional guide to spot native wildlife including big cats.

Lunch is served at Chobe Safari Lodge around noon, after which you will have some leisure time before boarding a three-hour boat cruise on the Chobe River. During the cruise, watch for birds and other animals and enjoy the sunset over the river.

The return trip to your hotel takes about an hour, with arrival by 8 p.m. Please note bookings require a minimum of four people.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities
  • Professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All taxes and VAT
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Drinks

Excludes

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Additional accommodation before and after the tour
  • Tips (recommended US$10.00 per person per day)
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees)
  • Potential government increases to taxes or park fees

Important Information

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

Easy Cancellation

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes an early morning game drive, lunch at Chobe Safari Lodge, and a three-hour river cruise on the Chobe River.
The tour starts with a hotel pickup around 5 a.m. to allow for early wildlife viewing and travel to Chobe National Park.
The trip includes travel through Zambezi National Park to Chobe National Park, located in Zimbabwe and bordering Zambia.
The river cruise lasts approximately three hours, including sunset views on the Chobe River.
Yes, the day trip operates from departure points in both Zimbabwe and Zambia.
Yes, lunch is included and served at Chobe Safari Lodge during the trip.
Travelers should check visa requirements, as the trip crosses borders near Chobe National Park between Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia.
Wildlife commonly seen includes elephants, hippos, lions, buffalo, and various bird species native to Chobe National Park in Zimbabwe.
Yes, the trip is family-friendly but check age restrictions and ensure children are comfortable with early mornings and wildlife viewing.
Prepare by dressing in layers, bringing water, sunscreen, and insect repellent for the early morning game drive and river cruise.

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