Journey Overview
Chobe National Park is home to one of the largest elephant populations on the continent — by some estimates, more than 120,000 — and it's close enough to Victoria Falls to visit in a single day. This itinerary does exactly that: an early start, a border crossing into Botswana, and a full day split between a game drive and a river cruise along the Chobe waterfront, where elephants, buffalo, hippos, and crocodiles gather in some of the highest concentrations in Africa. We handle the border crossing and timing so the logistics stay invisible — your day is simply about wildlife. A picnic or light lunch keeps you out in the park through the middle of the day, when the river cruise often delivers the best sightings as animals come down to drink. By evening, you're back across the border and home in Victoria Falls, having spent a full day in one of Southern Africa's most celebrated parks.
Itinerary At A Glance
Your Day-by-Day Journey
Featured Experiences
Best Time to Visit
This package covers multiple destinations. Here is the seasonal weather breakdown to help you plan:
| Months | Season / Weather | Wildlife & Safari Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| May – Oct | Dry Winter (23°C – 28°C) • Clear days, cold nights | Peak wildlife viewing. Animals gather around rivers & waterholes. Best time for the full itinerary. |
| Nov – Dec | Hot Spring (30°C – 35°C) • Humid, first rains | Antelope birthing season. Great birding. Devil's Pool is open. Excellent Batoka gorge white-water. |
| Jan – Apr | Wet Summer (26°C – 31°C) • Lush, green landscapes | "Green Season". Spectacular high water spray at Victoria Falls. Quiet camps, lower rates. |