Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive worth booking?
Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive is a 10-hour experience in Livingstone, Zambia, from $170 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (9)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $170 per person
Cross into Botswana for a full day in Chobe National Park — the closest big-game park to Livingstone and one of Africa's great wildlife destinations. Leaving your hotel in the morning and returning in the evening, you'll
What you get
- Lunch
- Guide assistance with the border crossing and immigration for a smooth, stress-free day
- Entrance fees
- Three-hour game drive through some of the densest wildlife in Africa
- Government fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Cross into Botswana for a full day in Chobe National Park — the closest big-game park to Livingstone and one of Africa's great wildlife destinations. Leaving your hotel in the morning and returning in the evening, you'll experience Chobe from both water and land in a single unforgettable day. The morning brings a three-hour river safari along the Chobe River, where elephants come down to drink and cross, hippos and crocodiles laze in the shallows, and the banks teem with birdlife. After a relaxed buffet lunch, you'll head out on a three-hour game drive through the park in search of Chobe's famous herds — the park holds one of the largest elephant populations on the continent — along with buffalo, giraffe, zebra, antelope, and, with a little luck, predators like lion. Your guide handles the border crossing and immigration along the way, so all you have to do is enjoy the wildlife. It's the perfect big-game add-on to a Victoria Falls trip — two safaris, two ecosystems, one day.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Guide assistance with the border crossing and immigration for a smooth, stress-free day
- Entrance fees
- Three-hour game drive through some of the densest wildlife in Africa
- Government fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Three-hour river safari on the Chobe River, up close to elephants, hippos, and crocodiles
Not included
- Visa Fees where need be
What you'll see and do
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Chobe National Park
A short visit around Livingstone would not be complete without a Chobe day trip, Chobe national park is the closest to Livingstone to which you sneak in the morning and back in the evening with an assured wild experience, water, and land. It includes a three-hour river safari, lunch which is a buffet and a three-hour game drive.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 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
- Nekacheya Travel And Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 18 years need to carry their birth certificate and letter of consent from both parents/guardian allowing them to travel into Botswana
- passport, sun protection, hat, camera, light layers.
- Passport required for the Botswana border crossing.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
I highly recommend this one!
You can see a huge number of nature's animals from both Boat saffari and Game drive! Transfers from the hotel and assistance at the imigrée were kind and courteous, and I was able to join the tour without anxiety
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your excellent 5-bubble review and for choosing Nekacheya Travel and Tours for your Chobe Day Trip. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing such a remarkable number of wildlife on both the boat safari and the game drive. Chobe National Park is truly special in this regard, and we are pleased that the experience lived up to your expectations. It is also wonderful to know that the hotel transfers and the assistance at immigration helped make the cross-border journey smooth and stress-free. Providing clear support and careful coordination is an important part of our service, and we are glad it allowed you to enjoy the tour with complete peace of mind. Thank you once again for your kind feedback. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Trip to Botswana
We loved our trip to Chobe with Neka tours. Extremely responsive, great service, great food. They have alot of other tours. Our stay in Zambia was all inclusive hence we only did Chobe with them. They guided us very well with the Botswana visa as well.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your fantastic 5-bubble review and for choosing Nekacheya Travel and Tours for your Chobe Day Trip. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that our responsiveness, service, and the meals met your expectations. It is also great to know that the guidance provided for the Botswana visa process helped make the cross-border travel smooth and stress-free. Although your stay in Zambia was all inclusive, we truly appreciate you trusting us with your Chobe experience and for highlighting the range of tours we offer. Thank you once again for your recommendation, and we hope to have the opportunity to assist you with more adventures in the region in the future.
via Tripadvisor
Nice day trip from...
Nice day trip from livingstone we enjoyed the safari everything was organized. The tour guide was good too
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback and review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the Chobe Day Trip from Livingstone and that the safari experience met your expectations. It is great to know that everything was well organized and that you had a positive experience with the tour guide, as smooth coordination and knowledgeable guiding are key aspects of our service. We truly appreciate you choosing Nekacheya Travel and Tours and thank you for your support. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and provide an even more outstanding experience in the future.
via Viator
Four Countries in One Day
We visited 4 countries in 1 day, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, and Namibia. Herbert, our driver was the best! He helped us through each immigration point making it super easy. He was so knowledgeable about each place we visited and I fell in love with his spirit.
Response from the operator: Thank you for booking the 1 day 4 countries(Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia) tour with us. Livingstone is the uniquely located close to 3 other countries which can be seen in 1 day. Herbert is always on hand to help guests at the different immigration points to provide you a smooth passage. And he is always glad to share the knowledge about the different countries you visit on this tour. We look forward to seeing you again and sharing more experiences with you.
via Tripadvisor
Chobe Nationalpark
Everything was really beautiful :) I had a wondeful day at the Chobe Nationalpark. It was well organized and I had a great contact with Nekacheya.
Response from the operator: It makes us glad that everything was beautiful and that you had a wonderful day in the Chobe National Park, the park offers a wonderful safari experience with the river safari and land safari. We strive to make sure that everything is well organized and enjoyable, we look forward to sharing more adventures with you.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $170 to $220
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Nekacheya Travel And Tours, who run 8 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.8.
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Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Livingstone.
How much does Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive cost?
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Prices start at $170 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Livingstone usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive take?
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Plan for about 10 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 Livingstone is not rushed.
Is Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Livingstone, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive?
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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 National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 10-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive?
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Around 3 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 Livingstone 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 Livingstone and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Chobe National Park Day Trip: River Safari & Game Drive 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 Livingstone 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 Livingstone?
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On Outty we rank every Livingstone experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Raft the Zambezi, Game Drive & Rhino Safari Exp - up to 3 hrs long - MIN 2 PEOPLE, Zambezi Whitewater Rafting — Full Day All 25 Rapids : Livingstone. 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 Livingstone?
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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 Livingstone?
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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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