Chobe National Park

The Chobe National Park lies around the spectacular Chobe River that makes the area fertile ground for a variety of vegetation. These include vast stretches of grasslands, mopane trees, mixed woodlands with Kiaat and Zambezi teak, and thick scrub that form a range of habitats for the different species that call the park home. While most parts of the park are covered with thorn bush, there are also riverine forests, flood plains, rocky outcrops, seasonal marshes, and Acacia savannah in the south. Vegetation zones in the park are largely dependent on the soil type and availability of water but some of the common features include riparian forest trees, Fan palms, Papyrus, Jackalberry and Sausage trees.

The wildlife that inhabits the Chobe National Park is varied and exquisite and is a complete delight for nature enthusiasts. You will find elephants and buffaloes as permanent features especially by the riverbanks in the dry months. Some of the other common animals here include the impala, puku, and plains zebra. As you go deeper into the park, you can find a few sable antelope and greater kudu while lions and wild dogs are also among the easily spotted animals here. Among the smaller mammals that inhabit the area are the Chobe subspecies of bushbuck and in the marshy areas, you can come across a number of Red lechwes. The park also boasts an occasional Selous' mongoose, small predators like serval and wild cat, plenty of hippos and crocodiles, as well as a phenomenal birdlife.

Delight in this unforgettable experience within the Chobe National Park that boasts several spectacular campsites within it. The park offers a variety of camping trips that you can pick from including riverfront sites overlooking hippo pools and grounds overlooking the marsh among others.

• Location: Ihaha, Savuti, and Linyanti

• Timing: June to October

• Price: USD 115 – USD 270

The Chobe National Park is home to some of the most exotic and rare species of birds and is an absolute birdwatcher’s paradise. It boasts the highest density of raptor species in Southern Africa, including the Bateleur eagle and the lappet-faced vulture. Along the river, you can catch sights of the African skimmer and the majestic Southern Carmine Bee-Eater.

• Location: from the boat cruises

• Timing: November to April

• Price: USD 50 – USD 100

A great alternative to lodges and guesthouses, the Chobe houseboats offer the best inclusive deals and one-of-a-kind experiences. You can choose a houseboat and your level of comfort from a range of selections and enjoy great meals, drinks, and interesting water-based activities during your stay here. Relax on the deck of your houseboat and wallow in game viewing, sunset views, and bird watching along the Chobe River.

• Location: Chobe River

• Timing: All year round

• Price: USD 650 – USD 850 for 2 nights

Conducted within the Chobe National Park on the Chobe River, the photographic safaris give you the best opportunities to capture the exquisite and abundant wildlife. Get a chance to come across a huge combination of mammals, birds, and reptiles as you set out on your river drive through riverine forests. Catch unobstructed views of a large variety of wildlife undisturbed and at close range. The custom designed boats are ideal for photography enthusiasts with special fixtures for tripods and focal lenses.

• Location: Chobe River

• Timing: All year round

• Price: USD 650 – USD 500 – USD 1000

Enjoy spectacular game viewing experience by booking yourself on Camp Savuti that is known for or large herds of herbivores and predators. Just a 20 minutes’ drive from the local airstrip, this camp offers traditional Meru style tents that feature top-class amenities for guest comfort and are excellently situated.

• Location: On The Savuti Channel, Chobe National Park, Botswana

• Amenities:

• Meru-style tents with en-suite bathrooms

• Meals, tea and coffee, local drinks including soft drinks, local beer and house wines

• View over the Savuti channel

• Comfortable lounge and bar in the central area

• Price: USD 375 – USD 670

Witness breathtaking views of the surrounding forests and plains below along with opportunities for some of the best game viewing. The elevation of the lodge particularly gives you a vantage point over the entire Savuti region. The solar powered lodge coupled with green guest amenities are great ways to keep your stay as eco-friendly as possible.

• Location: On the Ghoha Hills which is about 150 km southwest of Kasane

• Amenities:

• Self-sufficient lodge that runs on solar power

• Meals, tea and coffee, local drinks including soft drinks, local beer and house wines

• Private viewing deck with chairs and a table

• En-suite bathrooms with a shower with a view

• Ceiling fan and mosquito nets

• Bar, curio shop, fire boma and swimming pool overlooking a waterhole, dining and lounge area

• Price: USD 495 – USD 1030

Spend your time at this beautiful lodge that takes all the care to make your stay as private and relaxed as possible. Overlooking the amazing Savute Channel, these accommodations are great for visitors who wish to spend time close to nature. The interiors of your rooms are tastefully done in neutral tones and are adorned with elements inspired by the contrasts in nature.

• Location: Located in the western region of Chobe National Park, in the Savuti area

• Amenities:

• Twin beds in all rooms

• Private deck

• En-suite bathrooms with shower, hand basin, and toilet

• Fans, plug points, and various other biodegradable amenities

• Tea and coffee-making facilities

• Dressing gowns, small safe, air horn if required

• Reading, desk, and bathroom lights

• Price: USD 620 – USD 1030

Experience a sense of peace as you choose to stay in the bushveld amid some of the richest and abundant wildlife. Enjoy ecotourism at its best with the lodge’s exceptional environmental initiatives that does not compromise on guest comfort either. Witness the open campsite’s use of state-of-the-art environmental design and get a chance to spot wild dogs, leopards, lions, and buffaloes, among other species from here.

• Location: Located about 108 km from Kasane on route to Savuti, Linyanti and Maun

• Amenities:

• Fully stocked bar

• Private deck

• Library and lounge

• Convenience store

• En-suite bathrooms and dining area

• Price: USD 240 – USD 265

Enjoy a mobile camp experience in the breathtaking Chobe National Park along with some thrilling game drives and boat cruises every day. This is a great opportunity for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers, as you also get to learn much about the behavior, habitat, and life of the local animals and birds.

Inclusions- 3 nights each at the Pangolin Mobile Camp and Pangolin Chobe Hotel- All meals and drinks- Two game activities per day- Photography lessons and photo review sessions from Pangolin Photo Host- Cameras, lenses and memory cards- Airport transfers- Park fees and tourism levies

PriceUSD 350- USD 370

Experience the raw beauty of nature by staying in mobile tents pitched in completely unfenced territory. While this gives you a more intimate and personalized experience of the bush and wildlife, it also offers great comfort and luxury. Enjoy open-air dining and lounge tents as you witness nature at its most untouched and pristine form.

Inclusions:

• Accommodation
• Three meals and all drinks every day with refreshments during game drives
• All Safari activities
• Photographic safari on the Chobe River with Pangolin Photo Safaris
• Transfers to and from the lodge airstrip and park fees
• VAT
• Emergency medical evacuation insurance

Price:USD 525 – USD 790

Stay in a wild-tented camp and venture out on adventurous game drives with professional and experienced guides who can give you the most insightful details about the area and its inhabitants. Learn about the wildlife movement and enjoy the best photo opportunities as you explore the area in a jeep and a boat.

Inclusions:

• Camping in private unfenced campsites in the park
• Double-sharing dome tents with mattresses and bedding
• All meals with house wine
• Game drives in open game drive vehicles
• Boat cruises on the Chobe River
• Park fees
• Registered Botswana guides, camp cook and assistant
• Pick-up and drop-off from Kasane accommodation

Price:USD 430 – USD 450

Set out on this 6-hour tour of the park with a boat cruise followed by a ride in an open vehicle through the forests and grasslands. Make the most of this opportunity to encounter the wildlife of Africa up and close. From buffaloes and elephants to kudu, impala, and water buck as well as crocodiles and lurking hippos, you can see them all.

Inclusions:

• 3-hour boat cruise and 3-hour game drive
• Lunch at a restaurant
• Drinks on the boat and game drive
• Park fees
• Transfers from Kasane lodges

Price:USD 90 – USD 120