This is an all day (early morning till evening) tour. If you’re not staying in Botswana you will need to arrange transportation to the border. That is in the fine print and easy to miss. However the effort is worth it. I did a similar tour in 2019 that was also great and this was different but also amazing. On the first I saw hundreds of giraffes and zebras, 20 elephants and no lions. On this trip we saw hundreds of elephants. We watched a group of 40 or 50 taking mud baths by the river and saw herds later. We saw 3 adult lionesses and 3 cubs that had just enjoyed a kill. The adults were chilling and the cubs were very active. They were not little cubs, more like 3/4 adult size. On the river cruise we saw many hippos including 2 fighting over a female. We got closer than I wanted to be to some large crocs lying on the shore. The sunset was beautiful.
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Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $200 / person
- Location
- Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
- Rating
- 3.7 / 5 · 3 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Tamuka Travel
Description
The Game Drive into Chobe National Park will start at 6:30am. Your driver will be a professional guide with extensive knowledge on the park and its inhabitants. The park is especially known for its massive elephant population, huge array of bird species and big cats such as lion and leopard. You will discover some of the parks distinct ecosystems with dense woodland, extensive savannahs and rolling grasslands while travelling along the Caprivi flood plains. As this is a private game drive you can ask your guide to tailor your trip towards specific birdlife or wildlife if you like. After the game drive lunch will be served at a hotel on the riverbank before getting on a boat for the Chobe River Cruise. This will give you ample opportunity to enjoy the gorgeous river scenery and extraordinarily close views of lots of animals, including elephants, hippos, crocodiles and birdlife. Relax and enjoy the complimentary drinks while gliding along the Chobe River as the sun sets.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:30 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 2+)
- $200
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Tamuka Travel
Victoria falls town and location
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Landing and facility fees
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Kasane
Beverages and Food (beers, Lunch, water, breakfast spirits and soft drinks on the river cruise)
Fuel surcharge
Not included
Park Entrance fees of US$10 per person for boat cruise and USD$15 for safari game drive.
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off outside of Kasane
Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise
Pickup Locations & Times
You will be picked up from your Hotel lobby within Botswana
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.7
3 reviews
How it compares in Victoria Falls
- Starting price $200 is close to the typical $209 for tours of similar length in Victoria Falls
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for child aged 1 and under
- Dress code is casual
- Bring sunscreen, because you will be out in the open for most of the day
- Bring a light jacket for an extra layer of warmth in case you need it during the morning game drive or river cruise
- Avoid wearing brightly-coloured clothing that may scare off the wildlife
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise take?
Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise cost?
Prices start at $200 per person for this Victoria Falls experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:30 AM.
Can I cancel Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. You will be picked up from your Hotel lobby within Botswana Pickup points include Batonka Guest Lodge, Lulu Guest Lodge.
What languages is Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 9 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Not recommended for child aged 1 and under
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Game Drive and Chobe River Cruise worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Tamuka Travel.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
K
Great Game Drive and River Cruise
P
Excellent game viewing
They actually ended up switching our game drive and river cruise around so that the cruise was in the morning. This was done for maximum game viewing at those times. We saw a ton of elephants up close as well as a number of other animals, including hippos, giraffes, impala, kudu, crocodiles, baboons, Cape buffalo, warthogs, meerkats, Jesus birds and many others. The game drive was not private as promised, and we went on a set trail with another group in our vehicle, but I don’t think it would have made any difference in the experience.
Operator response
Dear Phaedra thank you for your lovely review. We always to love to hear how much our guests have enjoyed our activities. Our staff will be very pleased to hear your comments regarding their efficiency and friendliness. With kind regards Management and Staff Tamuka Travel
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