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Chobe game reserve is a huge National Park which is mostly a raw compelling wilderness with little permanent development.
There are two main areas of the park which will be of particular interest to visitors. The Chobe River front from Ngoma in the west, including Serondela and extending towards Kasane is a rich riverine forest with a marginal floodplain. This northern section is considered to be one of southern Africa’s finest short safaris. The riverfront area can be visited on a day trip from the Victoria Falls Region of Zambia or Zimbabwe and can be very busy for this reason.
The Savuti area in the Western Corner of Chobe with its particularly strong populations of predators and annual zebra migration has set the scene for many well- known documentaries and is a prime safari destination in southern Africa. Few travelers return from here without an exciting tale or two to tell.
Chobe is ...
Chobe game reserve is a huge National Park which is mostly a raw compelling wilderness with little permanent development.
There are two main areas of the park which will be of particular interest to visitors. The Chobe River front from Ngoma in the west, including Serondela and extending towards Kasane is a rich riverine forest with a marginal floodplain. This northern section is considered to be one of southern Africa’s finest short safaris. The riverfront area can be visited on a day trip from the Victoria Falls Region of Zambia or Zimbabwe and can be very busy for this reason.
The Savuti area in the Western Corner of Chobe with its particularly strong populations of predators and annual zebra migration has set the scene for many well- known documentaries and is a prime safari destination in southern Africa. Few travelers return from here without an exciting tale or two to tell.
Chobe is home to an exciting variety of large mammals including all of Botswana’s major game species with exception of Rhino which may return soon. Chobe is renowned for having the highest concentration of elephants in Africa with truly impressive herds gathering on the riverfront during the dry season.
As this is a National Park it is subject to park rules so night drives, off road driving and walks are not presently available.
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Below are some successful itineraries that have worked well for our clients. Please call to check availability or better still let us tailor make your own safari holiday.
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The Savute area is a must on any longer itinerary but if time is limited the busy Chobe Riverfront is easy to get to and is a fantastic place to visit. Our expert consultants will be pleased to make honest recommendations based on your needs so call us for a chat!
The best time to visit Chobe is during the dry season between May and October but wildlife sightings are excellent all year round and other seasons can be much less expensive.
By June the bush will have dried out and the shorter grass and thinner foliage helps to improve the game viewing as animals are attracted to the remaining permanent water sources.
By August animal herds grow larger and are commonly found near water sources with outstanding game viewing, particularly on the Chobe Riverfront where huge herds of elephant and buffalo are drawn to the river.
Both the Savuti and Chove river areas do have great year round game viewing.
Rains become more frequent in December, days remain warm whilst the flood waters continue to dry out. The bush is turning green once more and animals begin calving. This is a great time for birders with many species sporting full breeding plumage.
January sees spectacular thunderstorms, warm days and the birthing season is at its peak. Great game viewing can be had in the green season with an abundance of life and activity everywhere.
By March the rain should be less frequent, with long periods of dry spells and the atmosphere less humid.
Some great deals are available at this time of year and the Chobe area is perfect to combine with the Okavango Delta and the desert areas of Makgadikgadi Pans and the Central Kalahari Game reserve.
November is extremely hot and anticipating the happy arrival of the first rains, game is drawn to the remaining waterholes and the Chobe River before dispersing with the onset of the first rain usually in late November or early December.
Trees start bearing fruit in April, the grass has grown tall and thick, guides are now working hard and relying more upon their expertise for your sightings.
May sees the start of the dry season with cool nights and warm days, the seasonal pans dry out and game viewing is as good as ever.
Call our specialists to discuss any shoulder season rates or specials that may be available for you to take advantage of. We will happily help you find your right time of year to travel.
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