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The Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls

Chobe National Park is the closest major Botswana safari park to Victoria Falls, and a day trip is the most popular way to add Botswana to a Victoria Falls holiday. Chobe Horizons collects you from your Victoria Falls accommodation, handles the cross-border transfer through Kazungula and pairs a morning river safari with an afternoon game drive.

PriceUSD $160 per person
DurationFull day, approx. 11 hours
CountriesZimbabwe → Botswana
ActivitiesRiver cruise + game drive

Sample itinerary

TimeActivity
07:00–07:30Pickup at your Victoria Falls hotel or lodge; drive to the Kazungula border.
09:00–12:00Chobe River boat safari: elephants, hippos, crocodiles and birdlife.
12:00–13:00Lunch in Kasane (meals and drinks included).
13:00–16:00Guided game drive in Chobe National Park along the riverfront.
16:00–18:30Return transfer to your Victoria Falls accommodation.

Times are approximate and depend on border queues, weather and park schedules. The cruise and game drive may run in reverse order.

Included in $160 per person

  • Return pickup and drop-off at your Victoria Falls accommodation
  • Cross-border road transfers and transfers between activities
  • Chobe National Park entry fees for the listed activities
  • Guided Chobe River safari
  • Guided Chobe National Park game drive
  • Lunch and drinks

Not included

  • Visa fees and any border charges for your nationality
  • Gratuities and personal spending
  • Travel insurance

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Your own vehicle and guide, ideal for families, photographers and special interests, with pickup from Victoria Falls or Livingstone.

from $320 USD / person

Why book your Chobe trip with Chobe Horizons

  • One clear price: park fees, lunch, drinks and every transfer are included in the $160 day trip.
  • Hotel pickup in Victoria Falls and Livingstone, with the border crossing handled by our driver.
  • River and land in one day: a Chobe River boat safari and a Chobe National Park game drive.
  • Fast answers on WhatsApp and written confirmation before you pay.
  • Longer journeys to Hwange, the Okavango Delta, Savuti and Namibia's Zambezi Region when you want more than a day.

Border & travel essentials

Bring your original passport. Check Botswana entry and Zimbabwe (or Zambia) re-entry rules for your nationality, including visa type, passport validity and documents for children. The KAZA Univisa can cover Zimbabwe and Zambia for eligible travellers.

Pack a hat, sunscreen, binoculars, a warm layer for early mornings in June–August and a camera with a zoom lens.

Chobe from Victoria Falls: frequently asked questions

How far is Chobe National Park from Victoria Falls?

Kasane and the Chobe riverfront are roughly 80 km from Victoria Falls town, about 1–1.5 hours by road plus time at the Kazungula border. The whole door-to-door transfer usually takes 2–2.5 hours each way depending on border queues.

How much is a Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls?

The Chobe Horizons Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls is USD $160 per person. It includes Chobe National Park fees for the listed activities, return hotel pickup and drop-off, cross-border transport, a guided Chobe River safari, a guided Chobe National Park game drive, lunch and drinks. Visa fees are separate.

Can I do a Chobe day trip from Livingstone in Zambia?

Yes. The Chobe day trip from Livingstone is USD $170 per person, crossing via the Kazungula Bridge, with park fees, lunch, drinks and all transfers included.

Do I need a visa to visit Chobe from Victoria Falls?

Many nationalities can enter Botswana visa-free, but requirements depend on your passport. You also need to re-enter Zimbabwe, so a multiple-entry or KAZA Univisa can save money. Always check current Botswana and Zimbabwe requirements before travel and carry your original passport.

What animals will I see on a Chobe day trip?

Chobe is famous for some of Africa's largest elephant herds. Guests often see elephants, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, many antelope species and rich birdlife, and sometimes lions or leopards. Sightings are never guaranteed.

What time does the Chobe day trip start and finish?

Pickup from Victoria Falls accommodation is usually 07:00–07:30 and return is around 16:00–18:30, depending on border and road conditions.

Can I book a private Chobe safari from Victoria Falls?

Yes. Private vehicles, private river boats and multi-day Chobe safaris starting in Victoria Falls can be arranged and are quoted on request.

Your adventure starts here

Tell us your dates. We'll map the journey.

Share your travel dates, group size and starting point (Victoria Falls, Livingstone, Kasane or Maun). We confirm availability, inclusions and a written quote before you pay anything.

WhatsApp +267 71 007 282 Email bookings@chobehorizons.com