Combine a tailored morning game drive through Chobe National Park with an intimate sunset river cruise on the Chobe River. Expect close elephant encounters, prolific birdlife, and riverside sightings of hippo and crocodile.
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Dawn breaks over the floodplain and the first vehicle slips through a mosaic of woodland and open savannah, headlights catching dew on elephant tracks. The guide moves with quiet purpose, steering toward a family of elephants browsing along the Caprivi floodplains while the river beyond steams with hippo blows and the horizon loosens into copper light.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Light fitness; ability to sit in a vehicle for extended periods and step on/off boats
Wildlife
History
The Chobe region has long been a lifeline of water for people and animals, and the river has shaped settlement and subsistence patterns for centuries.
Conservation
Stick to guide instructions, avoid disturbing animals at close range, and support community-run vendors to ensure tourism benefits local conservation efforts.
Reserve your spot on the Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start Early
The game drive begins around 06:30 when wildlife is most active; be ready for pickup and wear layers for a chilly morning.
Sun Protection
Bring high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brim hat, and UV sunglasses for the open river and savannah exposures.
Binoculars and Camera
A 8x42 pair of binoculars and a zoom lens will make the most of distant sightings and riverbank activity.
Wear Muted Colors
Avoid bright clothing that can startle wildlife and make photography easier with neutral tones.
Binoculars
Essential for scanning riverbanks and spotting birds and distant predators.
Wide-brim Hat and Sunscreen
Protects against strong sun during midday river cruising and open savannah stops.
summer
Light Jacket or Fleece
Morning temperatures can be cool before the sun warms the floodplain.
spring
Telephoto Camera Lens
A 200–400mm lens helps capture close animal behavior from the vehicle or boat.