Chobe National Park Day Trip from Victoria Falls: Game Cruise & Drive

Elephants at the water's edge: a day in Chobe from Victoria Falls

You get picked up from your Victoria Falls hotel, spend the morning on a river cruise watching elephants and hippos from the water, break for lunch, then drive through Chobe National Park in the afternoon looking for game. Hotel drop-off happens in the evening. All park fees, meals, and activities are included. You just need to bring your passport and be ready to leave early.

Step-by-step itinerary

Chobe National Park day trip

• Transfer from Victoria Falls lodge
• Depart from Victoria Falls town
• Enjoy game cruise on Chobe River
• Have lunch during the trip
• Afternoon game drive in Chobe Park

The experience

The truck pulls up to your hotel before dawn breaks properly. You're still holding your coffee when the guide introduces himself and you're already moving toward the Chobe River, where the boat idles at the dock. The morning cruise on the Chobe is when the animals come down to drink: herds of elephants, hippos surfacing in clusters, crocodiles sliding off the banks. You're watching them from the water, close enough to hear the splash. The guide knows where they gather and when, so you're not guessing. You're seeing what actually happens here every day.

By midday you're back on land, sitting down to lunch with the river still in view. Then the afternoon game drive takes you deeper into Chobe National Park itself, where the landscape opens up and the animals move differently on solid ground. The vehicle stops when there's something worth watching: a pride resting in the shade, a giraffe moving through the acacia. You're not rushing between photo stops. The pace is set by what's actually there. Your guide reads the terrain and the animal behavior, not a checklist. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Victoria Falls means you don't arrange transport or navigate the border yourself. The day is already structured, and you just show up.

The whole thing runs one day, which matters if you're only passing through Victoria Falls and can't commit to a multi-night safari. Chobe National Park fees, lunch, water, snacks and all activities are included in the price, so there's no haggling or surprise costs when you arrive. A minimum of two people per booking keeps groups small, and a current valid passport is required on the day of travel. Check visa requirements for your nationality before you book, as those fees aren't covered.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from your Victoria Falls accommodation.
• Chobe National Park entry fees.
• professional guide for the full day.
• morning game cruise on the Chobe River.
• afternoon game drive through the park.
• lunch with beverages.
• bottled water and snacks throughout the day.
• all activities and park access.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 21 pickup points.

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

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcome

Operated by To do Africa

Is this one for you?Book this if you're staying in Victoria Falls but only have one day free and want to see Chobe's wildlife without arranging transport, park entry or meals yourself: the pickup and all-inclusive pricing mean you show up at your hotel and the rest is handled.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What time does the day trip start?

Pickup happens early morning from your Victoria Falls hotel. The exact time depends on your hotel location, but plan to be ready before sunrise.

How long is the full day trip?

It's a full day experience, starting with early pickup and ending with evening drop-off back at your hotel.

What animals will I see?

The river cruise typically shows large herds of elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and various other wildlife on the riverbanks. The afternoon game drive offers chances to see more game across the park, though sightings depend on the day and season.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is included in the tour price, along with bottled water, snacks, and beverages throughout the day.

Do I need a passport?

Yes. A current valid passport is required on the day of travel. Visa fees may apply depending on your nationality. Check requirements before booking.

What's the minimum group size?

A minimum of 2 people per booking. Groups stay small, which helps with wildlife viewing and guide attention.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour.

What's included in the price?

Chobe National Park fees, professional guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, bottled water, snacks, beverages, and all activities (cruise and game drive).

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the park?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Victoria Falls hotels are included, so you don't need to arrange separate transport.