Is Chobe National Park worth visiting?

Is Chobe National Park worth visiting?

Its location near the incomparable and unmissable Victoria Falls (about an hour away) has made Chobe one of the busiest and most famous parks in Southern Africa, but it’s the abundant wildlife and ease of seeing it (in both the rainy and dry seasons) that makes it one of the best.

How much does it cost to stay at the Chobe Game Lodge?

2020

Is Chobe National Park fenced?

The Chobe National Park is the third largest conservation area in Botswana, covering an enormous area of approximately 10,960km². The park has been divided into wildlife management areas without fencing, a concept that allows for conservation and the free roam of wildlife within these areas.

What is Chobe National Park known for?

Chobe National Park is a true wildlife paradise and one of the best national parks in Southern Africa. The Chobe River flows through the park and draws many animals and birds during the dry season. Boat cruises and game drives along the river are very popular.

When should I go to Chobe?

Chobe can be visited throughout the year. Wildlife migrates through the park with the seasons. The riverfront area is best visited in the dry months, from May to October. August to October are the optimum months for wildlife viewing here, but it gets extremely hot at that time.

What is the best time to visit Botswana?

The best time to visit Botswana is during the dry season, which falls between May and October. Temperatures range between 75°F and 95°F, so you’ll enjoy warm, sunny days — just remember the nights can get much cooler, so pack accordingly.

Who owns Chobe Game Lodge?

Albert Ndereki
Albert Ndereki is one of the longest-serving members of the Botswana tourism industry. Apart from a brief interlude during the closure of the property, he’s dedicated over 40-years of his life to Chobe Game Lodge.

Is there a fence around Kruger National Park?

Technically, yes, in South Africa every game reserve or National Park does have a fence, even Kruger and it’s neighbouring private reserves. For example, in the Eastern Cape, all the reserves are fenced, and in the Kruger area, you have a couple of fenced reserves, such as Kapama and Thornybush.

What is the difference between a game reserve and a safari?

The main difference is that on a safari in a private game reserve you will have a professional ranger and tracker who will drive the Land Rover and spot the animals, and you can drive off-road and at night.

Are there giraffes in Chobe?

Wildlife in Chobe around the clock All year round, Chobe’s big game includes zebra, impala, baboon, blue wildebeest, kudu, giraffe, warthog and vervet monkey. Some Chobe safari lodges offer night drives on their own property; a very exciting and special trip.

How many lions are there in Chobe National Park?

In 2017, there were approximately 20 lions on the riverfront: ten cubs, two old males (at least ten years old), a subadult female, and six adult lionesses. In early 2018, the pride swam across the Chobe River to the Namibian side.

How do you get to Chobe National Park?

Chobe National Park tours generally include a combination of both river cruises as well as game drives, for a comprehensive experience of the park. You can choose to either stay at one of the Chobe National Park lodges inside the park or rough it a bit at a Chobe camping site.