Chobe in February

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Summer - the rains continue. Spectacular cumulus thunderheads build up and explode, drenching the earth in water and sound. For all the energy of the storms, most are over in a couple of hours. Nogatsaa can simply be too wet to traverse at this time. Birding is fantastic in all regions, with the migrants present and correct. “Green season” is also the time to look for excellent accommodation specials. Malaria risks are higher in summer, so get advice on the correct precautions to take before travelling.

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Our Recommended Itinerary

Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)

day 1 to 3

Welcome to the Southern Africa
at Ilala Lodge
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)

day 4 to 6

Explore the Chobe River
at Chobe Safari Lodge
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)
  • Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)

day 7

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Popular Chobe National Park Safaris

These popular itineraries can be customised to match your budget and travel dates

| Victoria Falls and Chobe Encounter (5 days)

Victoria Falls and Chobe Encounter (5 days)

Encounter the smoke that thunders and explore the land of giants in the Chobe National Park...

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Camp fire | Victoria Falls, Okavango Delta and Chobe Safari (7 days)

Victoria Falls, Okavango Delta and Chobe Safari (7 days)

This three-in-one journey will show you the majestic Victoria Falls, the massive elephant bulls of Chobe and the natural wonder that is the Okavango Delta...

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| Botswana Premium Safari Collection (8 days)

Botswana Premium Safari Collection (8 days)

Choose our Botswana premier collection and experience a traditional big game wildlife safari in one of Africa’s top destinations. ...

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Boating on the Chobe River | Quick Victoria Falls and Chobe Experience (5 days)

Quick Victoria Falls and Chobe Experience (5 days)

Visit Livingstone, Zambia, to marvel at the Victoria Falls – or 'the smoke that thunders' – before going on safari and a river cruise in Botswana's Chobe National Park...

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| Chobe National Park - Savuti Area Safari

Elephant Kingdom: Chobe National Park Tour (3 days)

If seeing African elephants is on your travel bucket list, then the Chobe National Park should be right at the top...

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| Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)

Waterfalls and Wildlife: Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park Journey (7 days)

Experience the smoke that thunders and enjoy spotting elephant, buffalo, lion and hippos on the Chobe River...

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| Highlights of Botswana Tour de Force (14 days)

Highlights of Botswana Tour de Force (14 days)

The ideal safari to capture Botswana's unrivalled beauty and abundance of flora and fauna through the lens...

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| Expedition to Zimbabwe and Botswana (8 days)

Expedition to Zimbabwe and Botswana (8 days)

Explore the thundering Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and the wildlife wonderland of the Okavango Delta...

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| Botswana Big Five Safari (7 days)

Botswana Big Five Safari (7 days)

Encounter the extraordinary herd of elephants and other species that will make your safari remarkable in the Okavango Delta and Moremi Game Reserve ...

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| Botswana and Zimbabwe’s World Wonders (7 days)

Botswana and Zimbabwe's World Wonders (7 days)

Experience the best of Africa, from the Okavango Delta – to the diverse game viewing at the Chobe National Park and ending at the thundering Victoria Falls...

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