Botswana

Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park, located northeast of the Okavango Delta, is one of Africa’s most breathtaking parks. It’s home to the Zambezi River on the Botswana side and boasts rich wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, and zebras. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the park’s over 450 bird species.
Why Visit The Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park, located in northern Botswana, is one of Africa’s premier safari destinations. Covering approximately 11,700 square kilometers, Chobe is renowned for its stunning landscapes, which range from the floodplains of the Chobe River to the dense woodlands and savannahs that stretch across the park.

Established in 1968, Chobe is Botswana’s first national park and is famed for its rich biodiversity and remarkable concentration of wildlife.

A visit to Chobe National Park offers a range of exceptional safari experiences. Game drives in open 4×4 vehicles allow guests to explore the diverse landscapes and encounter the park’s abundant wildlife. The Chobe River is particularly famous for its boat safaris, where guests can drift along the water and observe elephants, hippos, and crocodiles up close, as well as enjoy spectacular birdwatching.

For a unique perspective, sunset cruises on the river provide a peaceful and picturesque end to the day, with the chance to witness some of Africa’s most beautiful sunsets.

Chobe National Park is best known for its extraordinary elephant population, often touted as the largest in the world. It is home to an estimated 120,000 elephants, which can often be seen in large herds along the banks of the Chobe River. In addition to elephants,

Chobe supports a wide array of other wildlife, including buffalo, lions, leopards, and hippos. The park is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 450 species recorded, including the African fish eagle, saddle-billed stork, and carmine bee-eater.

Best times to Visit

When to go:

The Best times to visit the Okavango Delta
June – September
HIGH:27°C / 81°
FLOW:15°C / 58.5°F
RAINFALL:34MM / 1.35IN
This is the peak season for game viewing, as animals congregate along the Chobe River, making for spectacular wildlife sightings.
October – January
HIGH:27°C / 81°
FLOW:15°C / 58.5°F
RAINFALL:34MM / 1.35IN
The green season brings vibrant landscapes and excellent birdwatching, along with the chance to see newborn wildlife in the park’s nurseries.
February – May
HIGH:27°C / 81°
FLOW:15°C / 58.5°F
RAINFALL:34MM / 1.35IN
The park is lush and green after the rains, and the moderate temperatures make this an ideal time for both game drives and boat safaris.
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