Welcome to Chobe – Botswana’s Land of Giants
Located in the north of Botswana, Chobe National Park is one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations and a must-visit for safari lovers. Renowned for its massive elephant herds, Chobe is home to some of the largest concentrations of wildlife on the continent. Covering over 11,000 square kilometers, the park offers a diverse landscape ranging from lush floodplains to dense woodland and dry savannah.
Why Visit Chobe?
- Unmatched Elephant Sightings: Chobe boasts an estimated 120,000 elephants, particularly visible along the Chobe River during the dry season.
- River Safaris: Unique boat safaris allow you to observe wildlife up close, including elephants swimming, hippos wallowing, and crocodiles basking.
- Abundant Big Game: Expect to see buffalo, lion, leopard, giraffe, sable antelope, and more. Bird lovers can spot over 450 species, making it a year-round birding paradise.
- Gateway to Victoria Falls: Chobe’s proximity to the Zimbabwe and Zambia borders makes it an excellent base for combining your safari with a trip to Victoria Falls, just 1.5 hours away.
Safari Options in Chobe
At EVS Travel, we offer a variety of customized Chobe safaris to suit every traveler’s needs:
- Game Drives: Explore the Chobe Riverfront and deep forest areas with experienced guides.
- Boat Cruises: Enjoy magical sunsets and close encounters with wildlife from the water.
- Luxury Lodges & Mobile Camping: Choose from top-tier lodges or more adventurous mobile safari experiences.
When to Visit
The best time for game viewing is during the dry season (May to October), when animals congregate at the river. For lush scenery and birding, the green season (November to March) is ideal.
Experience Chobe with EVS Travel
Let us take you on a journey through one of Botswana’s most iconic parks, where the wild roams free and every safari moment is unforgettable.
History of Chobe National Park
The original inhabitants of Chobe were the Bushmen, followed by the – impressively named – Hambukushu, Bayei and Basubiya. In the 1850s, locals saw explorer David Livingstone passing through the area on his way to the Victoria Falls (a little over an hour away from Chobe National Park), and some big-game hunters seeking trophies and ivory. Luckily, for all the flora and fauna of this unique land, the area was first protected as a game reserve in 1961 and proclaimed as national park in 1968.
Up to this day the game-density remains exceptional. You will be forced to halt frequently because a parade of wildlife wants to pass by. Much better than stopping for a red light in traffic, right? Moderating the number of visitors to the park keeps it from feeling ‘too busy’, adding to the remote and exclusive Chobe safari experience.
