Botswana, Zimbabwe · Wildlife Safari

10-Hour Chobe National Park Safari from Victoria Falls with Cruise

10 Hours Round trip from Victoria Falls Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise along the Chobe River for close-up views of elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife
02 Experience a thrilling afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park in an open 4x4 vehicle
03 Spot iconic African wildlife including lions, buffalo, giraffes, and antelope
04 Enjoy a full-day safari that combines river wildlife viewing with a land-based game drive

Embark on a full-day safari to Chobe National Park from Victoria Falls or Kasane, combining an unforgettable boat cruise along the Chobe River with a thrilling afternoon game drive. Watch elephants bathe, hippos wallow, and crocodiles bask along the riverbanks, then enjoy a scenic buffet lunch overlooking the water. In the afternoon, explore the park by open safari vehicle, tracking lions, buffalo, giraffes, and other wildlife.

Observe elephants cooling off in the river, pods of hippos submerged in the shallows, and crocodiles basking in the sun along the banks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Kasane

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Full-Day Chobe Safari from Victoria Falls or Kasane

07:00 - Lodge Pick-Up and Border Transfer
Begin the day with a prompt pick-up from your lodge in Victoria Falls or Kasane. Transfer to the Kazungula border, where you will complete the immigration formalities with assistance from your guide.
09:00 - Morning Chobe River Safari Cruise (2.5 to 3 Hours)
Embark on a scenic boat cruise along the Chobe River and enjoy close-up views of wildlife from the water. Observe elephants cooling off in the river, pods of hippos submerged in the shallows, and crocodiles basking in the sun along the banks. Bird lovers will enjoy spotting kingfishers, fish eagles, and other water birds that thrive in this rich ecosystem.
12:30 - Buffet Lunch at Cresta Mowana Lodge
Disembark and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch served at the Cresta Mowana Lodge in Kasane. Relax and recharge while overlooking the tranquil Chobe River.
13:30 - Afternoon Game Drive in Chobe National Park (3 Hours)
After lunch, board an open 4x4 safari vehicle for an exciting game drive through Chobe National Park. This section of the park is famous for its large concentrations of elephants, as well as frequent sightings of lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, impalas, and various bird species.
16:30 - Return Transfer to Victoria Falls or Kasane Lodge
Exit the park and begin the return journey. Cross the border, if applicable, and arrive back at your lodge in Victoria Falls or Kasane by early evening, filled with memories of a thrilling day on both land and water in one of Africa's richest wildlife regions.