Spend two days and one night on the Chobe River: a boat cruise at high-water, sunrise and sunset game drives, and bush-camp dinners under open sky. This short safari is ideal for visitors to Victoria Falls who want a concentrated, wildlife-rich overnight in Botswana.
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The engine slows at the Kazungula border and a new rhythm takes over: the river's edge, the distant scrape of hippos, and the soft crack of camp-fire wood. By midday you slide onto the Chobe River—wide, slow, and hungry for life—where elephants come to drink and crocodiles sun themselves like old stones. Night falls without city lights; stars and insect choruses fill the void.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 days (approx. 48 hours)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility for boarding boats and short walking around camp.
Wildlife
History
Chobe has long been a life-source for local communities and was designated to protect its dense wildlife populations; park management balances tourism, local livelihoods, and conservation.
Conservation
Park fees and guided tourism help fund anti-poaching and habitat protection; stick to marked routes, pack out waste, and support local guides to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the 2-Day Camping Safari in Chobe National Park from Victoria Falls today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Border paperwork ready
Carry your passport and any required visas—border processing can take 30–60 minutes depending on queues.
Timing for wildlife
Plan game drives at first light and late afternoon when predators and large herbivores are most active.
Pack for mosquitoes
Bring DEET or permethrin-treated clothing—especially for evening river cruises and campsite hours.
Respect night quiet
Keep voices low and lights dim at camp to avoid disturbing wildlife and other guests.
Sturdy walking shoes
Comfortable shoes for short walks, uneven ground, and boarding boats.
Lightweight layers and rain shell
Mornings can be cool and afternoons hot; storms are possible in the wet season.
summer
Insect repellent (DEET)
Mosquitoes increase near water—repellent reduces bites and discomfort.
summer
Headlamp with red light
Hands-free light for campsite tasks and to avoid startling wildlife at night.