CHOBE DAY TRIP
Description
Costs USD185 Per Person
The Chobe Day Trip is a popular safari experience in Botswana, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the Chobe National Park and witness the incredible wildlife in their natural habitat. The day trip usually begins with a scenic boat ride on the Chobe River, where you can see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species. The river cruise is followed by a game drive in an open safari vehicle, where you can spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and other animals roaming around the park.
The Chobe National Park is home to one of the largest elephant populations in Africa, and visitors can witness herds of elephants crossing the river and interacting with each other. The day trip includes a delicious lunch served in the park, allowing visitors to enjoy a relaxing break amidst the natural beauty of the park. The Chobe Day Trip is an unforgettable experience for nature and wildlife enthusiasts, and a great way to explore the wild side of Botswana in just one day.
The Chobe Day Trip is like the ultimate safari adventure on steroids. You get to see elephants crossing rivers, lions stalking their prey, and hippos taking lazy dips in the water. And let’s not forget about the delicious lunch served in the park, which is the cherry on top of this wild sundae.
It’s like a real-life version of The Lion King, except without the musical numbers (unless you want to sing, of course). And let’s be real, who doesn’t want to sing “Hakuna Matata” while spotting wild animals in their natural habitat?
So, if you’re ready to have a roaring good time, then hop on board the Chobe Day Trip. It’s guaranteed to be a wild ride, and who knows, you might even make some new furry friends along the way (just don’t try to pet the lions, they don’t like that).
6:30 AM – 7:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel in Livingstone or Vic Falls and transfer to the Kazungula border post.
7:00 AM – 7:30 AM: Cross the border into Botswana and proceed to the Chobe National Park.
8:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Enjoy a morning game drive in an open safari vehicle, spotting animals like elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and more.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Stop for lunch at a lodge, enjoying a delicious meal and relaxing in the beautiful surroundings.
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Transfer to the Chobe River for a boat cruise, where you can see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Continue the boat cruise and witness the incredible wildlife along the Chobe River, including elephants crossing the river and interacting with each other.
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Return to the Kazungula border post and cross back into Livingstone or Victoria Falls.
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Drop off at your hotel in Livingstone or Victoria Falls.
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Livingstone
- Transportation in a comfortable vehicle with air conditioning
- All park fees and entrance fees
- Guided game drive in Chobe National Park
- Boat cruise on the Chobe River
- Lunch
- Professional guide and driver
- Bottled water and Soft drinks
Excluded
- Visa fees (if applicable) – some nationalities require a visa to enter Botswana, so it’s important to check the visa requirements for your country of origin and factor in any visa fees in your travel budget.
- Park entrance fees – the Chobe National Park requires a park entrance fee for visitors, which is not included in the tour package. The fees vary depending on your nationality and the duration of your visit, so it’s important to check the park entrance fees beforehand and factor them into your travel budget.
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks – these are available on board for purchase, but they are not included in the tour package price.
- Gratuities for the staff – while tipping is not mandatory, it is customary to tip the guide and crew at the end of the trip as a way of showing appreciation for their services.
- Personal expenses – this includes any additional activities, souvenirs or items purchased during the trip that are not included in the tour package price.
- Travel insurance – while not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase travel insurance before embarking on the trip to cover any unforeseen circumstances or emergencies that may arise.