Chobe Safari from Livingstone: 3 Days Game Drives & Cruises

Game drives throughout the day, boat cruises at dawn and dusk, nights in camp on the Chobe floodplains

A three-day safari in Chobe National Park departing from Livingstone or Victoria Falls, with pickup included, camping accommodation with full bedding, all meals, and a professional English-speaking guide leading game drives and boat cruises on the Chobe River. You start before sunrise each morning and spend the middle hours in camp, then return to the park in the afternoon. The park's northern boundary is the Chobe River, where elephants, buffalo and other game congregate on the floodplains and at the water's edge.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Chobe National Park Day 1

• Pick up in Livingstone or Victoria Falls
• Pick up around Kasane if needed
• Enjoy light morning snack with tea and coffee
• Boat cruise on Chobe River
• Lunch at Coffee Buzz
• Game drive in Chobe National Park
• Dinner and overnight in camp

Day 2 — Chobe National Park Day 2

• Continental breakfast in camp
• Morning game drive in Chobe National Park
• Brunch in camp
• Afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park
• Dinner in camp

Day 3 — Chobe National Park Day 3

• Continental breakfast in camp
• Morning game drive in Chobe National Park
• Brunch in camp
• Boat cruise on Chobe River
• Drop off in Kasane or Kazungula

The Experience

Pickup happens at 7 a.m. from Livingstone or Victoria Falls, with a stop in Kasane around 8:45 if you're already in the area. A light snack, fruit, tea and coffee arrive on the drive, and by 9:30 a.m. you're on the Chobe River for the first boat cruise. The river is where the park's game concentrates—elephants wade into the shallows, and birds work the banks. Lunch follows at Coffee Buzz, then a game drive in the park fills the afternoon before dinner and your first night in camp.

Day two runs the same rhythm: continental breakfast at 6 a.m., then a game drive starting at 6:30. The timing shifts with what the guide finds and what you want to see, so brunch might come at 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. depending on sightings. An afternoon game drive runs from 3 to 3:30 p.m., and dinner closes the day in camp. Day three follows the same early start, a morning game drive, brunch in camp, then a final boat cruise on the Chobe River at 1:30 p.m. before drop-off in Kasane or Kazungula by 4:30 p.m.

The camp provides a walk-in tent with a real bed—mattress, sheet, duvet and pillow included—so you're not on the ground. All meals are provided, and the guide is a trained professional who knows where the animals move and what you're looking at. The vehicles are adapted for game viewing, which means open sides and high seating so you can see across the grass and into the water without obstruction.

What’s included

• Pickup from Livingstone or Victoria Falls.
• camping accommodation with walk-in tent, mattress, sheet, duvet and pillow.
• all meals including continental breakfast, brunch and dinner in camp, plus lunch on day one.
• two game drives daily in Chobe National Park.
• boat cruises on the Chobe River at dawn and dusk.
• professional English-speaking guide.
• and drop-off in Kasane or Kazungula on day three.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problems

Operated by Kalahari Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're ready for pre-dawn starts and hours in an open vehicle on rough terrain, plus nights in a walk-in tent—you're trading comfort for direct wildlife access on the river and floodplains.

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Top questions

What animals will I see on the Chobe game drives and river cruises?

Chobe National Park is known for large concentrations of elephants, buffalo, lions, giraffes and hippos, especially along the river floodplains where the Chobe River forms the park's northern boundary. The river cruises in particular bring you close to animals drinking and bathing at the water's edge, and the game drives cover the park's interior. What you see depends on the season and the animals' movement, and your guide will adjust the route based on recent sightings.

Do I need to bring my own camping gear, or is it provided?

The camp provides a walk-in tent with a real bed, mattress, sheet, duvet and pillow, so you don't need to bring sleeping equipment. All bedding is included. You should bring personal items like toiletries, towels, sunscreen and any medications you need, as those are not provided.

What time do the game drives start, and how long do they last?

Game drives begin at 6:30 a.m. on days two and three, and at 9:30 a.m. on day one after the boat cruise. The morning drives run until brunch, which is typically around 10 or 11 a.m. depending on what the guide finds and your preference. Afternoon drives run from 3 to 3:30 p.m. The exact timing is flexible based on wildlife sightings and conditions.

Are meals included in the tour, and what if I have dietary restrictions?

All meals are included: light snacks and beverages on arrival, lunch at Coffee Buzz on day one, and breakfast, brunch and dinner in camp on days two and three. Contact the operator before booking if you have dietary restrictions so they can plan accordingly.

How do I get picked up, and where does the tour start?

Pickup is included from Livingstone or Victoria Falls at 7 a.m., with an additional stop around Kasane at 8:45 a.m. if you're already staying there. The tour ends with drop-off in Kasane or Kazungula by 4:30 p.m. on day three. Your guide will confirm the exact pickup location and time when you book.

Is there a minimum age or fitness requirement for this tour?

The minimum age is 12 years old. A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended because the tour involves early starts, game drives over uneven terrain, and time on the water. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers.