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Chobe Safari

Africa Travel GuideExploring Chobe Safari…Chobe National Park is without a doubt, one of the most popular attractions in Botswana. With a land space of 11 700 km2, it is one of the few safaris in Africa with the largest concentration of game in its area. If one is especially interested in elephants, one is in for a treat with a population of 120 000 of these giants. Aside from elephants Chobe National Park also boasts leopards, hyenas, wild dogs, impalas and waterbucks.Activities in Chobe National ParkGame drive is always a fantastic option for game viewing as you will get to see a variety of wildlife. While there are guided drives as well as free and easy ones, it is best to have an experience guide when you go for a game drive. The wealth of knowledge that these guides possess will make the experience more meaningful.


While exploring the national park, look out for prey along the watering holes as they are at their most vulnerable and if you are lucky, you might be able to watch a predator hunt its prey.Another great activity to indulge in when you are at Chobe National Park would be to go on a sundowner cruise along the Chobe River. This is where you will get to enjoy the sunset while taking a look at the landscape as well as the wildlife from a different perspective.Lodges in Chobe National ParkThere are several kinds of accommodation available within the game reserve such as Chobe Chilwero River Lodge, Chobe Game Lodge, Kubu Safari Lodge and Mowana Safari Lodge.  All of which offer various packages to suit all your needs. Hence, it is important to look into these lodges and what they can offer before deciding on your itinerary when you are there.When to Go Chobe National ParkAs with most safaris, the best time to visit Chobe National Park is during the drier season which is around April – October. However, if you are more interested in bird-watching, you should go from November – March when the prevalence of birds is at its peak.Health IssuesOne may have the chance of contracting malaria while visiting the National Park. Hence, it is very important that you bring along the proper medication and consult your doctor on the measures you should take to minimise the chances of contracting malaria.