Chobe Day Trip From Victoria Falls Zimbabwe
Recommended by 93% of travelers
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
- 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Visit one of Africa's most popular parks on this Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls. Travel the rugged landscapes of the African countryside as you keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five. Chobe is known for its high concentration of elephants, so you're almost guaranteed to see these giant mammals roaming the park. Travel by both river and land, ensuring the best chance of seeing African wildlife.
- Travel by land and water in Chobe National Park
- Get an up-close look at Africa’s Big Five
- Early morning departure ensures maximum time in the park
- Lunch and expert guide included in tour
What's Included
- Transfers
- Professional Guides
- Mineral water
- Boat Cruise
- Game drive in the Chobe National Park
- Lunch
- Double Entry Visas
- Personal items
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
We pick up the travelers from their respective hotels and lodges in Victoria Falls Zimbabwe.
Itinerary
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Chobe National Park
9 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Dress Casual or in safari wear
- Minimum age is 2 years old
- You must have sunscreens, mosquito repellents etc.
- NB: With immediate effect, the Botswana Government requires all parents travelling with children under the age of 18 years to produce a certified copy of their Unabridged Birth Certificates. In the event that one parent is not traveling with the child, the other parent’s affidavit consenting to such travel should be produced. Failure to produce the necessary documentation may result in travellers being turned away at port of entry.
- A yellow fever certificate is mandatory for all clients who pass through Central and East Africa.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
From start to finish, we had an amazing experience. Our guide on land, Godfrey, was such a great guy and so knowledgeable, entertaining and accommodating. The river part of the excursion was just as amazing as the land part, with many exceptional encounters with many animals. The lunch was a buffet which was very nice. This tour is a must-do if you want exceptional animal experiences but I suppose this part depends on Mother Nature. As for the tour operator and its guides, top notch.
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This was a great option for a day trip from Victoria Falls. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the safari game drive in Chobe National Park. We saw tons of elephants, antelopes, graffitis, hippos, buffalos, and varies of birds. We only saw one lioness.
The river cruise was a bit less exciting but still a great relaxing experience. I was very impressed with the lunch buffet included. There were a fair number of options available which as grilled chicken, beef stew, roasted vegetables, a variety of salads, rice, grilled fish, and other sides and desserts. Drinks aren’t included.
The only drawback was the van that transported us to and from the border of Botswana was completely full so you will be in very close proximity to others. This wouldn’t have been a big deal ordinarily but at least 4 people in van were coughing and squeezing. One lady was had a terrible cough that was very concerning. This was out of the control of the tour company but I would recommend bring a mask just in case.
Pro tip what to bring:
- a small pair of binoculars
- bring a hooded jacket
- mask
- sunblock (for the boat ride)
The whole experience was wonderful! From pick-up/drop-off, to crossing the border into Botswana, to the actual safari itself, everything was seamless. Cobra, our safari guide, was excellent. We saw so many cool animal sightings that day, it was easily our favorite day of our trip.
Safari experience was average. River safari 3 hours is unique but the land safari on Chobe national park was basic, 2 hours on early afternoon, not ideal, rushed experience. Lunch included was amazing for a tour
This is a must do. The boat and jeep tour were fantastic. We took so many pictures. We saw an amazing amount of animals; zebra, cros, kudu, hippos, cape buffalo, water bucks, impala, elephants, banded mongoose, lions, giraffe, and many birds.
An incredible day out! We saw so much game and is such beautiful settings. Our expert guide answered all our questions, and the buffet was spectacular, as was the hotel it was served in.
Pickup and return from our hotel was very punctual and very welcoming.
This was definitely a highlight of our holiday!
The logistic is great, Chobe park is amaizing and the food as well. Everything was cordinated and the experience was great.
Fabulous tour with lots of wildlife. Apart from lions, we also saw a leopard. The lunch beside the river was superb.
Incredible jeep safari with Cobra as our guide! Saw lots of animals and was given plenty of opportunities to take photos and videos. Cobra also took the time to provide information about the wildlife while also doing all the driving. We were very impressed!
Lunch was great with plenty of options and beautiful surrounds.
Unfortunately the boat ride in the afternoon did not live up to our expectations. The seats were uncomfortable and the boat did not seem to have a higher gear or reverse so we did spend a lot of time stuck in reeds. We also got so close to a crocodile that we scared it away as we were unable to stop before reaching the bank. As the driver/guide was having so much trouble with the boat, we did not receive any information from him and were just told repeatedly to take photos.
The safari also ended on a sour note when we were berated as a group for not tipping everyone (even though we were told it was optional). We were particularly unimpressed by this as we had tipped the person who was telling us we should be tipping everyone who had provided a service.
Special mention to our driver on the Zimbabwean side, Eddie. His driving was impeccable and he provided us with so many great stories and interesting information which we felt was far beyond our expectations. Thanks Eddie!
This was a great tour. Our guides went way above expectations and the wildlife was spectacular. Highly recommended.
Well organized trip! Very smooth - appreciate that Pamela suggested getting multi-entry visa before us arriving Zimbabwe, which made cross-border tours as hassle free as possible! Keep in mind this is the single day safari only meant to give you a flavor of safari.
Wow what a fantastic experience. Firstly pick up was on time. There was assistance to get us through the border crossings both ways. Safari guides tried their best so that we could see many animals. They not only relied on radios but also tracked lions using their paw prints (this was very impressive). Lunch was good, very little options for vegetarians though. The river cruise was great, however no many animals to see apart from crocodiles and hippos. Overall, I would recommend.
We had a terrific time. Cobra was an excellent guide! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. It was especially enjoyable to enjoy both land and water.
Cobra, our Botswana side guide is very professional, kind, and helpful. He's the best route guide. Very knowledgeable too. Hope all tour guide like him
Not my first safari experience but it was the most enjoyable one as it was well-organised. Buffet lunch at the lodge was great. It was nice to have the iced water and soft drinks from the cooler box as the weather was quite hot. Appreciated our guide Cobra's effort to drive us up close to the animals. The boat ride was a great opportunity to see the animals in a different habitat.
This was great. We have been on safaris before, so for this one the highlight was the boat trip, where we could see elephants, hippos, crocs and kudus. It was a smooth experience to cross the border, the food for lunch is in a nice place and you are back before sunset. Would do it again.
A great way to see a little of Botswana’s amazing animal population. So many gorgeous elephants and Impalas. Sadly no cats but it’s wet season so to be expected. Lunch was tasty but chaotic organisation wise.
Simply super tour. An easy border crossing into Botswana followed by a spectacular drive with an excellent guide/driver. Enjoyed the river cruise too, we saw so many animals. The buffet lunch was pretty good too.
Pick up was on time. Drive to Botswana took about an hour. Border crossing was straightforward. Cobra was the tour guide from Botswana side and he was great. He managed to find a lion by tracking the prints. Not every tour saw a lion that day. Saw lots of animals despite being the off season including a lion, giraffes, elephants, buffalo and hippos. Boat trip was a highlight, saw a lot of hippos in and out of the water. Lunch was nice at a beautiful lodge. Just had to pay for any drinks and USD was accepted.
We had the best Chobe national park day tour! Our safari guide Cobra was an experienced and amazing guide and we got to see lions up close as well as tons and tons of elephants at a very close distance! The boat tour was very nice as well. Highly recommend!
This was one of our best game drives - we saw lots of elephants and baboons on the road between Victoria Falls and Chobe. The border crossings went without a hitch and we had great fun spotting the various wildlife in the national park. Apart from the leopard we saw the rest of the Big 5. Unfortunately there was a lack of etiquette when we got a lion sighting but the lion didn’t seem to mind and even got up and walked right past our vehicle! This was a super game drive with very knowledgeable guides who spotted animals we had no idea were nearby. Highly recommended.
Pick up was smooth, friendly driver, but when we got to the border, out of a crowd of around 100 people, my daughter and I were singled out and told we’d have to sit separately on different trucks. There were large groups of travellers together, who could’ve easily been separated yet still have someone they know with them, and when we questioned this, they said “but they’d want to be together” as if a mother and young daughter wouldn’t want to be?! We were told by a woman that as we were being “awkward women”, we’d probably have to leave as they can’t accommodate, but there wouldn’t be a refund. They were rude and dismissive, and it was clear discrimination as we were the only two single women with blonde hair - probably thinking we’d just accept it. They refused to ask any groups with men or more mature women, as they knew they’d be questioned.
They could’ve easily separated larger groups or asked others if they’d move - but they didn’t. After 20 mins of tears, they put us on the same truck, but separated - both middle seats, one on the first row, the other on the last, so we were sandwiched between couples - as everyone wanted a seat at the edge regardless if they sat with a partner or not. Seats should be allocated so everyone is together, not separating others constantly for selfishness so people can be at the edge.
A couple offered to swap as they said they were never asked if they could move seat to accommodate 2 people, so we did get together, but it ruined the trip.
The safari was good, driver was friendly, saw lots of animals. Then got to lunch to find most of the food had gone so we had hardly any food. They said more was coming out, but we waited for 20-30 mins and it was obvious it wasn’t. Lunch was awful and chaotic.
We then did the water safari which was great, not much shade for the sun but had a nice time.
On the way back to the border, it was heavy rain, the trucks don’t have sides, and the driver only had 4 ponchos for 9 people - they could’ve had the correct number of ponchos for the price. Everyone got absolutely drenched on the way to the border.
It’s a shame, as for the price, the trip was badly organised, with some rude managers and blatant discrimination, but the drivers were generally friendly and knowledgeable.
Great day at the park. Everything well managed and organised. Good people, ok vehicles and good buffet.
Started the day early from my lodge in Victoria Falls, and the tour operator reminded me to ask for a packed breakfast. We were helped through immigration, however I did get separated from my group due to a bathroom break after exiting the immigration post, so some signage or communication about which vehicle we were heading for would have been appreciated.
The driver was also the guide, and very knowledgeable. The vehicle is open, and the track is bumpy, so be prepared for that. The first stop did not include snacks, only water. Also, toilets are very basic so bring a small pack of tissues and wet wipes to clean yourself.
Lunch was a buffet at Mowana resort, and then we headed out onto the river. The boat was not large, so if you're not great with boats, be aware that this is included.
Overall, we saw impala, elephant, giraffe, hippos, baboons, monkeys, kudu, crocodiles, and plenty of birdlife.
You will need sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. You may need a scarf to cover your mouth and nose if the wind bothers you. You will get dusty.
This was a very nice tour! Our guide BK was very knowledgeable and patient with some rowdy passengers - kudos to him for that! We saw a huge pride of lions, some came very close to the vehicle. The lunch was good, the cruise was good too overall. I just wasn’t expecting to have that drivers and multiple guides throughout the tour, but I guess it makes sense since we’re crossing the border.
The vehicle in Botswana was of very poor quality far worse than others. The guide whilst friendly and knowledgeable was somewhat difficult to understand.We did a lot of driving without too much in the way of explanation.
Outstanding and surreal. Cobra was our Guide and was wonderful and took his time showing and explaining to the group the varied animals and stories inland and Mr Guide was our boat guide and was fabulous- the highlight were the elephants and hippos- just incredible at the river
Amazing experience. Saw so many animals during the land and boat portion. So many elephants, buffalos, impala, giraffes, kudo, we even saw a pack of female lions.
LT was our guide and he was very informative and pleasant.
This was a very nice day trip to Botswana. We were able to do a game drive in the AM and then a river cruise in the afternoon. Game drive we saw many animals 3 out of the big 5. For lunch we went to one of the local hotels Cresta Moana and the food was very good. Just as a heads up, Drinks are not included so an extra charge. The river cruise was nice because you got to get a better view of the animals. Please remember to bring your passport and if you get an visa, get double entry it will save you time!
Our trip to Chobe was incredible. Every driver and guide was kind and helpful and full of smiles. Our park guide, Cobra, was outstanding. He was friendly, professional and knowledgeable. The highlight for us was the boat cruise. We saw elephants so close that we could almost touch them!
The best safari tour so far! Short & sweet and got to see all the animals that close to use. The service from beginning to end was amazing! Highly recommend it!
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