Introduction: Why Choose a Chobe Day Trip?
If you’re visiting Livingstone, Zambia, one of the best day trips you can take is to Chobe National Park in Botswana. Just a short drive and border crossing away, Chobe offers one of the richest wildlife experiences in Southern Africa. Famous for its large elephant population, the park also boasts lions, buffalos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, and over 450 bird species.
At Hopeaka Safaris & Tours, we make your Chobe Day Trip from Livingstone seamless by handling transfers, border formalities, and guided tours—so you can focus on the adventure.
The Journey from Livingstone to Chobe
Your day starts with a hotel pick-up in Livingstone, followed by a comfortable transfer to the Kazungula border. After clearing immigration, you’ll be welcomed by our Botswana partners who will take you straight into Chobe National Park.
⏱️ Total travel time: About 1.5–2 hours each way.
Morning Activity – Chobe River Boat Cruise
Begin the adventure with a boat cruise on the Chobe River, where you can spot:
- Elephants drinking at the riverbank
- Pods of hippos
- Crocodiles sunbathing on the banks
- Incredible birdlife, including fish eagles and kingfishers
This water-based safari offers unique wildlife viewing and photography opportunities.
Afternoon Activity – Game Drive in Chobe National Park
After a delicious buffet lunch at a riverside lodge, continue with a 3-hour game drive in the national park. On this safari, you may encounter:
- Lions resting in the shade
- Buffalos grazing in large herds
- Giraffes gracefully moving through the bush
- Zebras and antelopes in abundance
Chobe’s diverse ecosystem ensures every game drive is unique and full of surprises.
🍴 Inclusions in the Chobe Day Trip
When you book with Hopeaka Safaris & Tours, your package includes:
- ✅ Hotel pick-up & drop-off in Livingstone
- ✅ Return transfers to Chobe via Kazungula border
- ✅ Assistance with border formalities
- ✅ Morning boat cruise on the Chobe River
- ✅ Buffet lunch at a lodge in Chobe
- ✅ Afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park
- ✅ Professional guides for both activities
- ✅ Park entry fees
Exclusions
- Visa fees (if required)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra drinks)
- Gratuities for guides (optional)
Why Book with Hopeaka Safaris & Tours?
- Local expertise in organizing cross-border trips
- Stress-free transfers & assistance at the border
- Tailor-made experiences for individuals, families, and groups
- Reliable and professional guides ensuring safety and comfort
Final Thoughts
A Chobe Day Trip from Livingstone is the perfect way to add a world-class safari experience to your Victoria Falls adventure. From thrilling boat cruises to exciting game drives, this is a day you’ll never forget.
📞 Book your Chobe adventure today with Hopeaka Safaris & Tours and let us take care of the details while you enjoy the magic of Africa’s wilderness.