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On Safari in Botswana – Chobe River Premier Collection

9 Days | Chobe elephants, river safaris & Victoria Falls magic

Selected departures 2026–2027

9 Days / 7 Nights
(plus overnight flights)

From £3,551

Land Tour

Why I Chose This for You

Chobe is extraordinary for elephants. Truly extraordinary.

To watch entire herds cross the river at sunset — calves staying close, adults moving with quiet confidence — is something that shifts you gently inside.


I chose this safari because it offers that rare balance: immersive wildlife experiences without constant moving. You unpack once. You settle into the rhythm. You return each evening to the same lodge, the same river view, the same amber sky.


If you want Africa with comfort, structure and a little Premier Collection polish… this is it.

About this Trip

There is something deeply grounding about the rhythm of safari life — the hush before sunrise, golden dust rising behind a 4x4, and the quiet strength of elephants moving through the bush.


This Premier Collection safari places you right on the banks of the Chobe River, in one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich regions. From land and water, morning and dusk, you’ll witness Botswana at its most breathtaking — while returning each evening to the comfort of a timeless riverside lodge.


With Chobe National Park on your doorstep and Victoria Falls just across the border, this journey blends iconic sights with intimate wildlife moments. It’s Africa experienced slowly, comfortably, and with purpose.

Itinerary Highlights

  • Morning & afternoon game drives in Chobe National Park, home to over 50,000 elephants

  • Sunset river cruise aboard a double-decker boat with drinks included

  • Private morning river cruise for exceptional wildlife encounters

  • Visit to Victoria Falls – Mosi-oa-Tunya (“The Smoke That Thunders”)

  • Access to the lodge’s Explorer Lounge & Elephant Centre

  • Farewell dinner cruise on the Chobe River

  • Optional photography cruise, tiger fishing, Namibian village visit & Kazungula quadripoint excursion


Whats Included

  • Return international flights

  • 7 nights at 4★ Chobe Safari Lodge (riverfront setting)

  • 7 breakfasts & 7 dinners (including farewell dinner cruise)

  • 2 morning & 3 afternoon game drives

  • Sunset cruise with sundowners

  • Private morning river cruise

  • Full-day excursion to Victoria Falls

  • Visit to Chobe Elephant Centre

  • All park fees, taxes & levies

  • Open-air 4x4 safari vehicles

  • Air-conditioned transfers

  • Expert wildlife specialist & tour manager

  • ATOL & ABTA protection


Helpful Hints

Currency: Botswana Pula (USD widely accepted)
Best Time to Travel: May–October (dry season for prime wildlife viewing)
Entry Requirements: Botswana visa-free for UK passport holders; Zimbabwe visa required (payable on arrival)
Clothing Tip: Neutral tones, breathable layers & a warm jacket for early morning drives
Wildlife Focus: Elephants, lion, buffalo, sable, hippo & prolific birdlife
Solo Vibe: Small-group, relaxed and sociable with expert guiding



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