1-Day Chobe Safari from Livingstone with Game Drive and River Cruise

1 Day Round trip from Livingstone Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day safari in Chobe National Park, home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of elephants
02 Morning 4x4 game drive to spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and more
03 Afternoon Chobe River cruise with chances to see hippos, crocodiles, and rich birdlife
04 Buffet lunch at a safari lodge overlooking the Chobe River
05 Convenient transfers from Livingstone or Victoria Falls with border assistance included

Enjoy a full-day safari to Chobe National Park in Botswana, combining a professionally guided morning game drive with an afternoon boat cruise along the Chobe River. Look out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, and rich birdlife as you explore one of southern Africa's great wildlife areas by land and water. A lodge lunch, seamless transfers from Livingstone or Victoria Falls, border assistance, and experienced guides make this an easy and rewarding one-day wildlife experience.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Victoria Falls, Livingstone, Chobe National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Chobe Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise

Pick-up from your accommodation in Livingstone or Victoria Falls and transfer to the Botswana border. Complete border formalities and enter Botswana before continuing to Chobe National Park.

Set out on a morning game drive through the park in a 4x4 safari vehicle. Explore Chobe's diverse wildlife and look out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and more.

Break for lunch at a local lodge overlooking the Chobe River.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Chobe River to spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife. Take in the scenic beauty of the river as animals come to drink along the shore.

After the cruise, return to the border and transfer back to your accommodation.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Livingstone 3 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Return transfers from Livingstone or Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park
Game drive in a 4x4 safari vehicle
Chobe River boat cruise
Park entrance fees
Lunch at a safari lodge
Professional guide
Bottled water and soft drinks during the tour

What's Not Included

Gratuities for the guide and boat crew
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visa fees (if applicable)
Souvenirs
Drinks and water during lunch

What to bring

Passport (essential for the border crossing)
Sun protection - hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
Comfortable, neutral-colored clothing (light layers work well for a day that starts cool and warms up)
Comfortable closed shoes for the game drive
Camera or phone for photos, plus binoculars if you have them - the boat cruise especially rewards a good zoom lens
A light jacket or wrap for the early morning pick-up, since Chobe mornings can start cool
Insect repellent
Small amount of local currency or USD, in case of optional extras or tips

Know before you go

Passport required - you'll need your passport for the Botswana border crossing (Zambia -> Botswana). Please carry it with you on the day. A visa may apply depending on your nationality.
Border crossing is part of the day - this trip crosses an international border, so please arrive on time for pick-up to avoid delays affecting the group.
No sunset on this trip - the boat cruise ends in time to cross the border back on schedule, so this is a daytime-only experience rather than a golden-hour one.
Weather can be hot - Chobe can get very warm, especially in the dry season; the boat cruise offers some relief on the water, but the morning game drive is mostly in open vehicles.
Lunch is included - a buffet lunch at a safari lodge is part of the day, but let us know in advance about any dietary requirements or allergies.
Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed - while Chobe has exceptional wildlife density, this is a real natural environment, not a zoo; sightings vary from day to day.

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