Chobe Explorer
In the heart of Chobe, following the traces of Africa's largest elephant concentrations.
Duration
9 days
From
€4,340/pers.
Ideal seasons
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Style
Guided tour
Comfort
Charm & Character
Travelers
Couple, Solo, senior, Honeymoon
The spirit of travel
Welcome to one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations, a preserved territory where nature displays all its power and diversity. The Chobe Reserve boasts a wide variety of mammals, including predators, lions and leopards, but also many other species that inhabit its varied landscapes between savanna, riverine forests and wetland areas.
Chobe offers spectacular views along its famous Chobe River, a place where you will encounter its massive elephant population, one of the densest on the African continent, coming to drink and bathe throughout the day. The riverbanks also abound with rich birdlife, as well as hippopotamuses and buffalo, offering scenes of wildlife at every moment.
You will be delighted by this safari adventure in the heart of true African life, between privileged observations and moments of contemplation facing grandiose landscapes.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 - Chobe Forest Reserve
Maun ou Kasane → Chobe Forest Reserve
Welcome upon your arrival in the morning or at noon to Kasane (with an additional fee, we can also arrange arrivals from Victoria Falls or Livingstone). Shared transfer to your lodge located in the Chobe Forest Reserve.
3-night stay at Muchenje Safari Lodge, where you enjoy lunch as well as an afternoon safari.
Day 2-3 - Chobe Forest Reserve
The Chobe Forest Reserve borders the western part of the Chobe National Park and overlooks the Chobe River, which allows you to observe the famous Chobe elephants, migrating zebras or buffalo grazing in the floodplain below.
Among the activities at the lodge during your stay: full-day excursion to Chobe including a river cruise, night safaris, guided bush walks, mokoro excursions (weather permitting) and an excursion to a village.
Day 4 - Chobe National Park - Nogaatsa Pan Lodge
Chobe Forest Reserve → Maun ou Kasane
Shared transfer for the return to Kasane.
Maun ou Kasane → Nogaatsa Pan Lodge (Chobe)
From Kasane, shared transfer in closed 4x4 with air conditioning to the Nogaatsa Pan Lodge, in the heart of Chobe National Park.
Accommodation for 2 nights in a luxury tent. Once settled, you will have lunch and enjoy an afternoon safari.
Day 5 - Chobe National Park - Nogaatsa Pan Lodge
When you visit the Chobe National Park, you will never forget the first glimpse of the dazzling Chobe River, a deep blue, winding through sandy terrain, small towns, lush floodplains, dense cathedral-like mopane forests and endless leafy forests. The park owes its name to this majestic river which protects 10,700 km² of the northern Kalahari Desert, thus offering wild nature and a density of wildlife always remarkable and famous for its massive elephant populations.
This stay at Nogaatsa Pan Lodge includes full board, drinks and in-house activities, as well as a morning safari and an afternoon safari.
Day 6 - Savuti Reserve - Ghoha Hills Lodge
Nogaatsa Pan Lodge (Chobe) → Ghoha Hills Lodge
Enjoy a magnificent shared transfer from Nogatsaa Pans via the Kasane Forest Reserve to the Ghoha Hills in the Savuti region.
3-night stay at Ghoha Hills Lodge, in a luxury tent. Enjoy lunch as well as the afternoon safari.
Day 7-8 - Savuti Reserve - Ghoha Hills Lodge
The Savuti Reserve is bordered by the Delta to the west and the Chobe National Park to the east. Savuti is known as an exceptional viewing area, and is renowned for having the largest concentrations of wildlife in southern Africa.
Your stay at Ghoha Hills Lodge includes full board, beverages, activities, safaris and an excursion to the Savuti marshes.
Day 9 - Return to Maun or Kasane
After your breakfast, you will leave your lodge and be transferred in an open 4x4 to the Savuti airstrip.
From there you will take your shared flight to Maun or Kasane (max. 20 kg in soft bags).
Price per person
Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- All other flights
- Tips
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Additional activities
- Everything that is not mentioned in the inclusions
Included
- Shared Transfers
- Shared and regular shuttle flights: Savuti - BBK/ MUB (max. 20 kg in soft bags)
- Muchenje Safari Lodge includes: 2 nights in a standard room, unlimited safari activities, full-day Chobe excursion with river cruise, night safari, guided walks, mokoro excursions (subject to water levels), village excursion, all meals, all beverages, park entrance fees, transfers to and from Kasane airport, laundry and government taxes
- Nogaatsa Pan Lodge & Ghoha Hills in Luxury tents include: all meals, teas/coffees, snacks, local beverages (soft drinks, water, local beers, selected wines and spirits), laundry, activities (safari, hunting activities, walks around the lodge), government taxes, levies and park entrance fees as currently legislated
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
- Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
- Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
- Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
The information below concerns travelers who are nationals of the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland, and Canada traveling to Botswana for a tourist stay. Entry requirements may change, and we recommend verifying information with official authorities before your departure.
Passport
To enter Botswana, your passport must be valid for a minimum of six months beyond your date of entry and contain at least two blank pages for immigration stamps.
The document must be in good condition (no damaged, torn, or altered pages).
Tourist stay without visa
Nationals of the European Economic Area, Switzerland, and Canada benefit from a visa exemption for tourist stays in Botswana.
This exemption allows stays of up to 90 days per twelve-month period. An extension may be requested on-site from the Botswana Department of Immigration, subject to approval.
Authorities may also request:
an exit ticket from the territory (return or onward flight),
proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of your stay,
a confirmation of accommodation booking.
Health and vaccinations
No vaccinations are mandatory to enter Botswana from the EEA, Switzerland, or Canada, except in the case of recent transit through a country at risk of yellow fever, in which case an international yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required on entry.
It is strongly recommended to consult a doctor or vaccination center before departure. Recommended vaccinations include:
typhoid fever,
hepatitis A and hepatitis B,
updated routine vaccinations (diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis).
Malaria is present in certain regions of the northern part of the country, particularly in the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park areas. Antimalarial prophylaxis is strongly recommended for travelers visiting these zones. Consult a doctor before your departure to adapt the treatment to your situation.
Traveling with children
Minors must hold their own valid passport covering the duration of the stay.
Botswana applies strict rules regarding minor travel: any child traveling without one or both parents must present a parental authorization letter, accompanied by birth certificates and copies of the parents' passports. These documents may be requested upon entry. It is recommended to have them legalized or apostilled.
In certain European countries, when a minor travels without one of their parents, an authorization to leave the territory may also be required according to the regulations of the country of residence.
Other nationalities
Entry conditions may vary depending on nationality. Travelers concerned should inquire with the Botswana embassy or consulate of their country of residence.
To participate in our trips, it is strongly recommended to have evacuation assistance and medical expenses coverage abroad.
Your local agency encourages you to review the specific policy developed with our partner CHAPKA ASSURANCES and AXA ASSISTANCE.
To subscribe to an insurance plan, learn about coverage and rates, follow the link below.
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If you choose to subscribe to one of these plans, the policy detailing all coverage and claim procedures are available on the insurer's website.
Your local agency will be aware of it, but only the participant is responsible for complying with claim declaration procedures. The participant must therefore keep this policy with them throughout their trip.
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Visitors can stay in Botswana without a visa. A valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond entry and sufficient blank pages is required. A return ticket and proof of funds may be requested upon arrival. Please check the entry requirements applicable to your nationality with the Botswana consular authorities before booking your trip.
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For a tailor-made quality trip, expect between 350 and 700 euros per day per person, including lodge accommodation, meals, safaris, domestic flights and activities. International flights (1000-1500 euros return) are additional. Botswana has chosen a high-end and exclusive tourism approach.
Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.
Absolutely. We tailor each itinerary to suit your travel profile. For families, we prioritize relaxed paces, family-friendly accommodations, engaging and educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our English-speaking local guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate stories.
It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You refine every detail together until you have the perfect version. You confirm and depart with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.
In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.
Payment is generally made in two installments.
Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST guarantee (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on the ground throughout your stay.
Let's talk about your adventure — Chobe Region
Wildlife explorer of Botswana's untamed lands, based in Cape Town
Botswana has a form of silence and immensity that you feel very deeply. Here, nature naturally sets the pace of your journey.
— Patricia
