Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe · Safari

11-Hour Chobe Game Drive and River Boat Tour from Victoria Falls

11 Hours Round trip from Victoria Falls Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Spot wildlife while driving through Zambezi National Park
  • 02 Enjoy a thrilling game drive in Chobe National Park
  • 03 Cruise the Chobe River along the Botswana-Namibia border
  • 04 Look out for birds and animals from the water on a 3-hour boat ride

Embark on a thrilling full-day tour from Victoria Falls that combines wildlife viewing on land and water. Travel through Zambezi National Park en route to Botswana, then enjoy a game drive in Chobe National Park before a scenic 3-hour boat ride on the Chobe River, which forms the border between Botswana and Namibia. Along the way, look out for animals and birds while experiencing two safari settings in a single day.

Following lunch, you will embark on a boat ride on the Chobe River, which serves as the border between Botswana and Namibia.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Zambezi National Park
Languages English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Chobe Day Trip from Victoria Falls

Pick-up and transfer:

  • We pick you up at your lodge at 7:00 am.
  • We drive 80 km to the border of Botswana and Zimbabwe, which takes approximately 1 hour.
  • On the route to the border, we drive through Zambezi National Park, increasing the chances of spotting animals en route.
  • Upon arrival at the border, we get our passports stamped for exiting Zimbabwe.
  • Upon entry into Botswana, we change to a different vehicle, which will take us to Chobe National Park, a journey of approximately 15 minutes.
  • Park fees are included in the price.

Game drive:

  • You embark on a game drive for about 3 hours, covering different areas to observe wildlife.
  • During the drive, you will be provided with water, and there will be a coffee and tea break.

Lunch:

  • After the drive, you will enjoy a buffet lunch at one of the lodges on the edge of the Chobe River.

Boat ride:

  • Following lunch, you will embark on a boat ride on the Chobe River, which serves as the border between Botswana and Namibia.
  • The boat ride offers scenic views and opportunities to observe various birds and animals.
  • The boat ride lasts for approximately 3 hours.

Border crossing:

  • After the boat ride, you will be transferred to the border to leave Botswana and enter Zimbabwe.
  • The driver-guide will be waiting for you at the border.
  • To avoid paying for the visa twice upon arrival in Zimbabwe, we recommend obtaining a double-entry visa.

Return journey:

  • After the border crossing, the search for animals continues as we drive through Zambezi National Park on the route back to your lodge, which takes approximately 1 hour.
Zambezi National Park drive, Chobe National Park game drive, Chobe River boat cruise

Where this trip takes you

Zambezi National Park drive, Chobe National Park game drive, Chobe River boat cruise

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Victoria Falls 3 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transfer to and from your lodges
  • Coffee and tea in the morning
  • Buffet lunch
  • Game drive
  • Boat cruise
  • Refreshments

What's Not Included

  • Visa to cross into Botswana; individuals should pay for this themselves.
  • Gratuities

What to bring

  • Sun hat or cap
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Jacket, since it will be an open vehicle
  • Passport
  • Any vaccination papers

Know before you go

  • We will cross the border.
  • Bring cash for visas in case the card machine does not work.
  • Check the visa amount in advance, as some countries pay more.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Tour start
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Victoria Falls.

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