Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group

Outty Ranking 68 4.8 · 13 traveler reviews11 hoursFrom $270
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Outty Ranking

68/100

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Traveler rating

4.8/5

Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group worth booking?

Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group is a 11-hour experience in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, from $270 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
68 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (13)
Duration
11 hours
From
$270 per person

You will travel deep into Botswana’s big game country at Chobe National Park as well as exploring the Chobe river. Discover a vast and diverse terrain that supports a huge assortment of wildlife. You will have a buffet lunch at the Chobe Safari Lodge or Cresta Marina Lodge around noon, and then enjoy free time relaxing in the shade before a 3-hour boat cruise on the Chobe River. Look out for birds and other wildlife throughout the cruise, which ends with a view of the sunset over the river.

What you get

    About this experience

    You will travel deep into Botswana’s big game country at Chobe National Park as well as exploring the Chobe river. Discover a vast and diverse terrain that supports a huge assortment of wildlife. You will have a buffet lunch at the Chobe Safari Lodge or Cresta Marina Lodge around noon, and then enjoy free time relaxing in the shade before a 3-hour boat cruise on the Chobe River. Look out for birds and other wildlife throughout the cruise, which ends with a view of the sunset over the river.

    What's included

    Included

    • Pickup and drop off
    • Bush Breakfast
    • 4x4 game drive Vehicle (half day)
    • Buffet Lunch

    Not included

    • Visa fees
    • $20 per person for national park fees

    What you'll see and do

    1. Chobe National Park

      The Chobe extended day trip gives you the full experience of the safari menu in terms of different game Botswana ecosystem has. This gives a maximum chance of you seeing different class of big to small game. Your safari begins at the hour of 6:30 am and ends just after the sunset, from catching the first early bird to the nocturnal animals blended with breathtaking golden hour of African sunset. You will be picked up from your hotel at 5:30 AM. The drive from Victoria Falls to the park takes just over an hour, and the day trip includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel. This tour includes packed breakfast, buffet Lunch , half day a game drive with a 4x4 safari open vehicle and sunset safari boat cruise.

      720 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Cuckoo Safaris

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 guests per safari vehicle. Group sizes may be smaller depending on the day's bookings.
    • Early departure (approximately 05:30) allows more time inside Chobe National Park and increases opportunities for wildlife sightings.
    • A valid passport is required as this tour crosses the Zimbabwe–Botswana border.
    • Most nationalities do not require a visa for Botswana. Please check your visa requirements before travel. Guests eligible for the KAZA Univisa may use it where applicable.
    • Children under 18 travelling with one parent or without both parents should carry a copy of their birth certificate and any required parental consent documents.
    • Botswana National Park fees are excluded and must be paid in cash (USD) at the border.
    • Comfortable clothing in neutral colours, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, and a light jacket for the early morning are recommended.
    • Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed as animals roam freely in their natural habitat.
    • Pickup and drop-off are available from hotels and lodges in Victoria Falls Town.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    6 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    4 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Organization

    3 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Small groups

    3 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    13 verified traveler reviews for Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Lufra5512 · August 2026

    Amazing!

    We spent a fantastic day. Transfer from Zimbabwe to Botswana (perhaps the only problem was the means of transport from the Botswana customs to the park, done in the morning with a safari jeep because it was quite cold); Safari in the morning of almost five hours with a breakfast and lunch break. A wait of about an hour and then a safari along the river (beautiful). Wonderful Chobe!

    Response from the operator: Grazie mille per aver condiviso la vostra esperienza! Siamo davvero felici che abbiate trascorso una splendida giornata e che abbiate apprezzato sia il safari che la bellissima crociera sul fiume. Chobe è davvero un luogo meraviglioso! Apprezziamo anche il vostro commento riguardo al trasferimento mattutino in jeep safari e al freddo. Il vostro feedback è molto importante per noi e ci aiuta a migliorare il comfort dei nostri ospiti. Grazie per aver scelto Cuckoo Safaris. Speriamo di potervi accogliere nuovamente per un’altra indimenticabile avventura africana! 🐘🇧🇼🌍

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    erylis · March 2026

    A truly wonderful day

    We had the most amazing full day trip. Figo our driver and guide for the morning trip was wonderful, knowledgeable, polite, courteous and had a great sense of humour. Lunch at the lodge was good and the chance to relax for an hour or so was very welcome. Our boat trip in the afternoon was enjoyable despite the torrential downpours! A very long day but well worth it. This was advertised as a small group tour, we were lucky to have this tour to ourselves! Highly recommend.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing full-day experience with us. It’s great to know that Figo made your morning tour so enjoyable with his knowledge, courtesy, and sense of humour. Our guides truly love sharing the beauty and stories of Victoria Falls with our guests, so your kind words mean a lot. We’re also glad you enjoyed the lunch break at the lodge and had a chance to relax before continuing with the afternoon activities. Even with the torrential downpours, it’s wonderful to hear that the boat trip was still an enjoyable part of your adventure—sometimes the rain just adds to the true Victoria Falls experience! 🌧️🌊 How lucky that the tour turned out to be private for the day! That often makes the experience even more special and personal. Thank you for recommending us, and we truly appreciate you choosing Cuckoo Safaris. We hope to welcome you back again for another unforgettable adventure in Victoria Falls!

    via Viator

    Cheungog · September 2025

    Decent 5D4N itinerary and service

    We booked a private tour for three for a 5D4N tour, covering Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe and Zambia) and Chobe Safari in Botswana. Key highlights include Water and Land Safari in Botswana ( by Puku Tour) and the Victoria Falls plus the helicopter ride (additional charges). Accommodation at Pioneers Lodge was great. We also enjoyed the school visit and interaction with a Zimbabwe chieftain. We found Cuckoo service rather haphazard. Late to pick us up from the airport until we WhatsApp them. We were passed around different agencies in handling our transports, including the last day when we departed Zimbabwe. We felt they lacked sincerity albeit having the ability to arrange for all the visits. Use them if you are more c

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the incredible sights of Victoria Falls, the exhilarating helicopter ride, and the unforgettable land and water safaris in Chobe. It's great to know you had a comfortable stay at Pioneers Lodge and found the cultural experiences, like the school visit and meeting with the local chieftain, meaningful and enriching. We also truly appreciate your candid feedback regarding the logistical challenges you faced. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused and are taking your comments seriously as we work to improve our communication and coordination with partner agencies. Your input helps us grow and deliver a smoother, more cohesive experience for future travelers.

    via Tripadvisor

    Erin_L · May 2025

    Best Day Trip from Victoria Falls – A Seamless Adventure into Chobe by Land and Water

    Absolutely worth the day if you're staying in Victoria Falls! This Chobe day trip was the perfect way to experience both sides of the park—on land and by water—with incredible wildlife viewing from start to finish. The logistics are a bit complex, with multiple handoffs between tour operators (we had Cuckoo Safaris on the Zimbabwe side and Puku Tours in Botswana). Communication during transitions was minimal, but everything ran smoothly, and it’s clear they’ve done this countless times. Trust the process and don’t be thrown by the quiet handoffs—it all comes together. The day starts early with a drive through Zambezi National Park, which felt like a mini night safari—we saw hyenas, giraffes, and more before even reaching the Botswana border. Once in Chobe, we had a thrilling game drive, tracking lions and leopards off-road. After a hotel lunch and a two-hour break, we finished the day with a river safari, gliding past pods of hippos, elephants, and an unbelievable variety of birdlife—the boat brought us so close to the animals it felt surreal. Some of the vehicles and boats were more rugged than others we saw, but the guides’ knowledge and passion more than made up for it. This is the best option from Victoria Falls to experience Chobe in a single day. Next time, we’re staying longer—but this was the perfect intro.

    Response from the operator: Hi Thank you for your feedback and taking your time to review us. We are happy to here that you had a wonderful safari time, thank you for choosing Cuckoo Safaris as we look forward to host you.

    via Viator

    L8562WLchrisc · October 2024

    Chobe safari small group

    We had Gift as our safari guide and when I say he was amazing it’s doesn’t come close to describing his knowledge and expertise as a guide. We were so fortunate to have him as our guide and I can’t recommend him enough…thank you so much Gift.

    Response from the operator: Hi Thank you for your awesome feedback and taking your time to review us, we appreciate you for choosing Cuckoo Safaris, we looking forward to host you again.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    11 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    5
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Cuckoo Safaris, who run 13 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.2.

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    Why this scores 68

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)82
    Review evidence (18% weight)50
    Booking momentum (14% weight)42
    Value for money (12% weight)69
    Listing quality (10% weight)76
    Local standing (8% weight)55
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Victoria Falls.

    How much does Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group cost?

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    Prices start at $270 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Victoria Falls usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group take?

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    Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Victoria Falls is not rushed.

    Is Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Victoria Falls, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group?

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    Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Victoria Falls can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Victoria Falls and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Victoria Falls within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Victoria Falls?

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    On Outty we rank every Victoria Falls experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Tour of the Falls (Zimbabwe side), Zimbabwe & Zambia: Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides, Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Victoria Falls?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Victoria Falls?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group?

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    Included: Pickup and drop off; Bush Breakfast; 4x4 game drive Vehicle (half day); and Buffet Lunch. Not included: Visa fees; and $20 per person for national park fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1 listed pickup location in and around Victoria Falls. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Victoria Falls. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Chobe Extended Day Trip from Victoria Falls - Small Group?

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    Across 13 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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