3-Day Chobe National Park Tented Safari with River Cruises

3 Days Round trip from Kasane Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 See Chobe's vast elephant population along the riverfront
02 Cruise the Chobe River for close-up views of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife
03 Look for lions, wild dogs, and possibly leopard on dawn and dusk game drives
04 Camp in the bush with fireside dinners under the African sky

Spend three unforgettable days and two nights camping in the heart of Chobe National Park, combining Chobe River boat cruises with classic 4x4 game drives for excellent wildlife viewing. Get close to elephants, hippos, crocodiles, Cape buffalo, rich birdlife, and, with luck, big cats or even wild dogs during the best early morning and late afternoon hours. Between adventures, unwind at camp with hearty bush meals, refreshing showers, and evenings around the campfire, falling asleep to the sounds of the African night under a star-filled sky.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Chobe National Park, Kasane

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Chobe River Cruise and Afternoon Game Drive

Morning boat cruise on the Chobe River in Chobe National Park
Spot birdlife, hippos, crocodiles, and herds of elephants and Cape buffalo along the river
Lunch at Coffee Buzz restaurant
Afternoon 4x4 game drive in a customised game viewer
Best time to see Chobe’s large herbivores heading to the river to drink
Return to camp shortly after sunset
Dinner around the campfire
Fall asleep to the sounds of the bush in your tent under the African sky

Day 02

Dawn Wildlife Viewing and Fireside Camp Evening

Wake up at dawn with a friendly Botswana "dumela" (good day).
After breakfast, head off on an early morning game drive.
This time of day is best for finding big cats or wild dogs, as they are still active and the chances of seeing them are at their best.
Return to camp for a delicious "bush brunch" and an opportunity to read, rest, or take a refreshing shower.
When the day starts to cool off, head out for another afternoon game drive after tea.
Revisit good sightings or explore areas not yet visited.
Return to camp after sunset for a reflective fireside chat.
Dinner follows, accompanied by the unforgettable sounds of the African night.

Day 03

Final Game Drive and Farewell Chobe River Cruise

On your last day, enjoy a dawn breakfast followed by an early morning game drive - you may be lucky and even spot a leopard!
Return to the camp for a delicious "bush brunch" and an opportunity to take a refreshing shower and pack.
Leave the camp on a final boat cruise on the Chobe River before heading back into Kasane/Kazungula.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kasane 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Park fees
All activities
All accommodation
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation
All taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water
Bed linen

What's Not Included

International flights
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Bath towels
Tips
Personal items
Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

Binoculars: Bring a dedicated pair (ideally 8x42 or 10x42) per person. Wildlife can be far across the riverbank.
Camera equipment: Pack a camera with a telephoto lens (at least 200mm-300mm), extra memory cards, and a dust-proof bag to protect your gear on dry trails.
Power bank: Keep your phone and camera charged during long, full-day game drives.
Flashlight: Bring a headlamp or small torch for navigating unlit lodges or campsites at night.
Sun defense: Pack a wide-brimmed hat with a chin strap (safari vehicles are open and fast), high-SPF sunscreen, and polarized sunglasses to cut water glare.
Insect repellent: Bring a spray containing DEET or Picaridin, especially for evening river cruises.
Medication: Pack anti-malaria tablets, motion sickness pills for bumpy roads, and a basic first-aid kit with rehydration salts.

Know before you go

Dry Season (May-October): The ultimate time for game viewing. Vegetation thins out, and huge herds of elephants and buffalo congregate along the Chobe Riverfront to drink.
Green Season (Dec-March): Ideal for birdwatchers (over 500 species) and for seeing newborn impalas. However, late in this season (Jan-April), anti-malarial precautions are strongly recommended.
Camouflage is illegal: leave all military or camo-patterned clothing at home, as it is strictly prohibited by law.

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