3-day Chobe safari from Victoria Falls: Camping and game drives

You sleep in the bush to the sound of elephant trumpets and wake for the big cats.

A 3-day camping safari in Chobe National Park from Victoria Falls combines 4x4 game drives and boat safaris with overnight camping inside the park. Day one brings a 3-hour river cruise spotting hippos and elephants, then an afternoon drive through the park; day two is a full day of game drives with early morning and late afternoon outings to catch the big cats; day three wraps with a final morning drive and boat safari before returning to Victoria Falls by mid-afternoon. Your guide travels with you in English or French, and meals are prepared in the bush.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Boat safari and game drive

• Transfer from Victoria Falls to Kasane
• 3-hour morning boat safari on Chobe River
• Lunch break
• Afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park
• Arrive at campsite and enjoy light snacks

Day 2: Full day game drives and camp relaxation

• Early morning light continental breakfast
• Early morning game drive to spot big cats
• Return to camp for bush brunch
• Relax at camp in afternoon
• Afternoon game drive on different route
• Return to camp for dinner and storytelling

Day 3: Morning game drive and return

• Early morning 4-hour game drive
• Return to camp for breakfast
• Pack bags and drive to park exit
• Final boat safari on Chobe River
• Drive back to Victoria Falls via Kazungula border
• Check in hotel by late afternoon

The experience

You leave Victoria Falls in the morning and transfer to Kasane, the gateway to Chobe. The first day starts with a 3-hour boat safari along the Chobe River, where hippos, crocodiles, and elephants gather at the water's edge. The river is where the wildlife congregates, especially in the dry season, so sightings come close and steady. After lunch back at camp, you head out on an afternoon game drive in a 4x4 vehicle, covering different terrain in search of buffalo, lions, and antelope species across the park's landscapes.

Day two is built around the timing of the big cats. You wake at 0500 for an early morning game drive when lions and leopards are still active, then return to camp for a bush brunch around mid-morning. The afternoon is yours to rest in camp before a second game drive at 1500, this time on a different route. Each drive through Chobe reveals different animals and different country, so the second day's two outings rarely feel like a repeat. You return to camp by 1800 for dinner and time to share what the group has seen.

The final morning starts before dawn for a 4-hour game drive aimed at spotting anything missed in the first two days. After breakfast and packing, you drive toward the park exit, often the best time for last sightings as animals move along the same routes you do. Before leaving Chobe entirely, you have one final boat safari on the Chobe River to say goodbye to the hippos and crocodiles. The drive back to Victoria Falls crosses the Kazungula border post, with arrival at your hotel by mid-afternoon.

What’s included

• All transport from Victoria Falls to Chobe and back.
• 4x4 game drives on days one, two, and three.
• a 3-hour boat safari on the Chobe River on day one and a final boat safari on day three.
• two nights of camping accommodation inside the park.
• all meals prepared in the bush (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
• and a live guide in English or French throughout the tour.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Victoria Falls Serious Fun Tours and Travel

Is this one for you?Book this if you're staying in Victoria Falls town and want hotel pickup included. The tour collects you, crosses the border to Botswana, and returns you to your hotel, so you travel as a passenger rather than driving yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What animals am I likely to see on a Chobe safari?

Chobe is known for large elephant populations, and you will see hippos and crocodiles on the river safari. The park also holds buffalo, lions, leopards, and various antelope species. The early morning and late afternoon game drives are timed to catch the big cats when they are active, though sightings are never guaranteed in any wildlife area.

Do I need my own vehicle or does the tour provide transport?

The tour includes all transport in a 4x4 vehicle with your guide, starting with pickup from Victoria Falls and continuing through every game drive and boat safari. You do not need your own car or driving experience.

What is the camping like inside Chobe National Park?

You camp inside the park for two nights with overnight accommodation provided. Meals are prepared as bush cuisine at the campsite, and you sleep to the sounds of the African bush: elephants, lions, and other wildlife calling through the night. The experience is authentic rather than luxurious, and the operator notes it is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

How much time do I spend actually driving or on the water each day?

Day one includes a 3-hour morning boat safari and an afternoon game drive until around 1700. Day two has an early morning game drive, a midday break at camp, and a second afternoon drive from 1500 to 1800. Day three is a 4-hour early morning game drive followed by a final boat safari before the drive back to Victoria Falls.

When does the tour return to Victoria Falls?

The final morning game drive and boat safari wrap by mid-morning, and the drive back to Victoria Falls crosses the Kazungula border post. You can expect to check into your hotel by 1630 on day three.