Victoria Falls, Chobe day trip and devils pool combo

Zimbabwe



The best opportunity to enjoy 2 hour guided tour of the Victoria falls locally known as Mosi Oa Tunya and a full day to explore the Chobe national park on safari game drive ,boat cruise with lunch.

Overview

This full-day tour from Victoria Falls combines a Chobe National Park game drive, a river boat cruise, and a Devil’s Pool swim on Livingstone Island, suitable for wildlife and adventure seekers.

Highlights

  • Explore Chobe National Park on a guided game drive
  • Enjoy a boat cruise on the Chobe River to see birds and wildlife
  • Have buffet lunch at a restaurant overlooking Namibia
  • Swim at Devil’s Pool on the edge of Victoria Falls
  • Experience a bush breakfast on Livingstone Island

Description

Your day begins with a 7:00 AM hotel pickup in Victoria Falls. The drive to Chobe National Park takes just over an hour, including immigration at the Kazungula border. Upon arrival, a professional guide will take you on a three-hour game drive through diverse ecosystems including dense woodland, savannahs, and grasslands. Expect to see large elephant herds, big cats such as lions and leopards, and a wide variety of bird species.

After the game drive, enjoy a buffet lunch at Chobe Safari Lodge or Cresta Mowana with views overlooking Namibia. Following lunch, embark on a 2.5 to 3-hour river boat cruise to observe hippos, crocodiles, elephants, floodplains, and abundant birdlife.

Return transfers will bring you back to Victoria Falls, arriving before or around sunset depending on the season.

The next morning, a 5:45 AM pickup starts a two-hour sunrise tour of Victoria Falls, covering all 16 viewpoints. By 8:15 AM, cross into Zambia for a visit to Devil’s Pool. Take a 5-minute boat ride to Livingstone Island where you receive a safety briefing and historical tour. Swimming options depend on water levels and include Devil’s Pool, Angel’s Pool, or Rocky Pool, all located within meters of each other.

A bush breakfast is served on the island before returning by boat and transfer to your accommodation.

Includes

  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls
  • Full-day Chobe trip including game drive, boat cruise, and lunch
  • Devil’s Pool morning tour

Excludes

  • Chobe National Park day trip park fees: $25
  • Victoria Falls park entry fees: $50
  • Devil’s Pool round-trip transfer per person: $20 cash (minimum 2 people per booking; one person may pay double to confirm transfer)
  • Visa fees and application costs

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available when cancelled at least 24 hours in advance.

Booking Tips

Book in advance to secure your spot. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and your passport for border crossings. Morning tours are best for cooler temperatures and optimal wildlife viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a guided game drive in Chobe National Park, a boat cruise on the Chobe River, a swim in the Devil’s Pool at Victoria Falls, a bush breakfast on Livingstone Island, and a buffet lunch overlooking Namibia.
The tour starts from Livingstone or Victoria Falls, making it accessible for visitors based in either location near Zimbabwe.
Swimming in the Devil’s Pool is seasonal and depends on water levels at Victoria Falls; check the website for the best times and current conditions.
Yes, the 3-hour game drive in Chobe National Park is fully guided by an experienced wildlife expert.
You can see elephants, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species native to the Chobe River and national park areas in Zimbabwe and nearby Botswana.
Yes, a bush breakfast on Livingstone Island and a buffet lunch with views overlooking Namibia are included in the day trip.
Yes, the riverboat cruise on the Chobe River offers excellent bird watching opportunities along with wildlife viewing.
The full-day tour typically lasts around 10 to 12 hours, covering all activities from the game drive to the swim at Devil’s Pool.
While basic swimming ability is recommended for safety reasons, guides provide thorough instructions before entering the Devil’s Pool at Victoria Falls.

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