Question 1

How far is Chobe National Park from Victoria Falls?

Accepted Answer

The drive from Victoria Falls to the Kasungula border crossing into Botswana is approximately 70km and takes around 1 hour. After the border crossing, which typically takes 30–45 minutes, it is a short drive into Chobe National Park. Your guide handles all border formalities - have your passport ready.

Question 2

Is the Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls worth it?

Accepted Answer

Yes - consistently and without qualification. Chobe is the most accessible world-class safari from Victoria Falls. The combination of a morning game drive and afternoon river cruise delivers two genuinely different wildlife experiences in one day. Chobe has over 120,000 elephants - the highest density in Africa - and elephant encounters are virtually guaranteed on every trip.

Question 3

Do I need a visa for Botswana on the Chobe day trip?

Accepted Answer

Most nationalities - including UK, USA, EU, Australia, Canada, South Africa and most African passport holders - do not need a visa for Botswana for stays under 90 days. Your guide handles all border crossing formalities. You will need a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity. Children under 18 must carry their original birth certificate.

Question 4

What animals will I see on the Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls?

Accepted Answer

Elephant sightings are virtually guaranteed on every trip - Chobe has over 120,000 elephants. You will also commonly see hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, impala, and African Fish Eagles. Lion sightings are frequent, particularly near the river in the morning. Leopard sightings are possible but less predictable. The river cruise delivers exceptional birdwatching with multiple kingfisher, heron, and stork species.

Question 5

What is the best time of year for the Chobe day trip?

Accepted Answer

The Chobe day trip is excellent year-round, but the dry season from July to October offers the best wildlife density. Animals concentrate near the Chobe River as other water sources dry up. September and October are peak months with elephant herds of 200+ gathering daily at the river. May and June offer excellent wildlife with cooler temperatures and fewer visitors.

Question 6

What does the Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls include?

Accepted Answer

The Chobe full day trip from Victoria Falls includes: return hotel transfers from Victoria Falls, all border crossing formalities at Kasungula, morning game drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle, buffet lunch at Cresta Mowana Lodge, afternoon river cruise on the Chobe River, professional licensed guide throughout, bottled water all day, and all national park entry fees. Botswana visa fees (if applicable) and gratuities are excluded.

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