Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 16 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls worth booking?
Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls is a 11-hour experience in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, from $229 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 16 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (16)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $229 per person
Enjoy a full Chobe Park experience, including a cruise, lunch and game drive in one of the best game viewing destinations in Southern Africa. If you are visiting Victoria Falls and do not have the time for a few nights in the Chobe, a day trip is certainly an experience that you should not miss out on. It really is worth visiting the Chobe for a day. It's also an unique opportunity to experience some of the best game viewing in Africa. Experience the Chobe National Park on a game cruise as well as a game drive, with a scrumptious lunch in-between.
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a full Chobe Park experience, including a cruise, lunch and game drive in one of the best game viewing destinations in Southern Africa. If you are visiting Victoria Falls and do not have the time for a few nights in the Chobe, a day trip is certainly an experience that you should not miss out on. It really is worth visiting the Chobe for a day. It's also an unique opportunity to experience some of the best game viewing in Africa. Experience the Chobe National Park on a game cruise as well as a game drive, with a scrumptious lunch in-between.
What's included
Included
- CHOBE National Parks Fees US$20 pp per day.
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Victoria Falls Hotels
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Beverages
- All activities
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
To do Africa
This is our office in Victoria Falls where the transfer departs to collect you at your Lodge or Hotel
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Prinlin Safari Travel & Tours
You depart from Victoria Falls Town, where we will collect you from your Lodge or Hotel
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An amazing game cruise on the Chobe river, with sightings of large herds of Elephant, Hippo's and various wildlife on the banks of the river.
120 minutes here · Admission included
An afternoon game drive in the Chobe National Game park with a great chance of seeing amazing game.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 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 20 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- To do Africa
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Visa fees may apply dependng on nationaliity
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
a great tour, the guides...
a great tour, the guides are very knowledgeable and the buffet lunch was lovely. there was initially a mix up with vehicles as well but it was all handled professionally and they were great at assisting us with crossing the border to and from botswana. i was also worried about the toilet situation but there was a toilet at the border, at the lodge where we had lunch and one on the boat
via Viator
Exploring Botswana
It was a great tour. Kenneth was a great guide. Be sure to check the weather. We experienced some rain and I was the only one who was prepared.
Response from the operator: Hi Robert, thank you for the review for the Chobe Day Trip from Victoria Falls, we are so pleased that you enjoyed this safari to the Chobe.
via Viator
Overall highly recommend this tour for its smoothness and the enjoyable experience of seeing many animals
A great experience if you want to get a sampling of safari, are in Victoria Falls area, and want to reach a new country Botswana! Tour consists of a drive from Vic Falls to the border, where you will go through immigration to exit Zimbabwe and enter Botswana; highly recommend the KAZA visa if you plan to cross borders with Zambia and/or Namibia, as it is multi entry and covers those as well. Afterwards you reach a local lodge near Kasane Botswana and you go on a boat safari on the Chobe River. There I got to see crocodiles, hippos, impalas, and multiple species of bird. Then you return to the lodge, have lunch, and then you go on a road safari on a jeep. There we were treated to many up close sightings, including a giraffe sighting, where he walked up to us and proceeded to take a 2.5 minute pee! The guides were extremely helpful especially the driver on the road safari; he also communicates with other drivers and they coordinate to maximize animal sightings Overall highly recommend this tour for its smoothness and the enjoyable experience of seeing many animals. This is great especially if you are doing a safari for the first time and want to start small.
via Viator
Amazing Experience!
Since we just went last week, and since many people just read the first part of a review, let me begin by saying that the immigration in Botswana did NOT ask for any COVID information. We had been told that a negative COVID test - within 48 hours of the trip - would be needed for people -like us - who were not fully vaccinated, so I arranged for a nurse to come from a lab to the hotel to do a COVID test for us two days prior to the trip. When we did the border crossing, no traveler was asked anything about proof of COVID shots or negative COVID tests so we realized that we had spent $80 for nothing! I made a comment to the Botswana tour guide, and he said that COVID is no big deal anymore and nothing is asked about it anymore. Also, we were never asked to pay a park fee. Now, on to more of the review. I highly, highly recommend this tour. We were picked up promptly at our hotel. The driver and other staff member were very friendly. On the Botswana side, we had great guides. We saw so much!! The tour was well-planned and done with ease. Lunch was delicious. It was a superb outing!
Response from the operator: Good Day, the need for a Covid 19 Vaccination or Negative PCR test is not required for Botswana, it is required for when you enter or re-enter Zimbabwe as you would after the day trip. The fact that you were not asked for the test by immigration officials is just by chance, and if they had checked which they are entitled to do, and you did not have the test, then you would have really inconvenienced at the border whilst you were tested there. So Im sure you will agree that it is our responsibility to give you the requirements, if the officials do not check, then nothing lost, but if they did, you would have been compliant. Likewise with the Chobe National Parks Fee, it is Law that everyone entering the park has to pay the Parks Fees, so I can only say that the fact that you were not asked to pay must have been an administrative error on the Parks side. I make these points as I would not want future guests to read this and think they don't have to comply with these requirements and get caught short. Overall Im really pleased that you had such a great trip.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent
Boat cruise as we saw more animals and the guide was knowledgeable. The game drive did offer some interesting information but less animals
via Viator
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
- 6
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by To do Africa, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.3.
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Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Victoria Falls.
How much does Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls cost?
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Prices start at $229 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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls 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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 16 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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls?
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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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls 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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls?
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Around 6 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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls 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), Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe & Zambia: Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides. 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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls?
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Included: CHOBE National Parks Fees US$20 pp per day; Professional guide; Bottled water; Hotel pickup and drop-off from Victoria Falls Hotels; and Snacks. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 21 listed pickup locations in and around Victoria Falls. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls 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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls?
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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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls 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 Explore Chobe National Park With a Day Trip from Victoria Falls?
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Across 16 reviews averaging 4.5 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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