Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park is a landscape of abundance, dominated by the wide and beautiful Chobe River as it snakes its way through the northern reaches of Botswana. The park is world-famous for its incredible elephant population, and it is a common and spectacular sight to see hundreds of elephants swimming across the river in the afternoon. Boat safaris offer a unique perspective, allowing you to get incredibly close to hippos, crocodiles, and thousands of waterbirds without disturbing them. On land, the park’s northern tracks are home to large prides of lions and herds of buffalo that move between the river and the inland forests. As the sun sets, the river turns into a sheet of liquid gold, providing one of the most beautiful safari backdrops in Africa.

• Where it is: Northern Botswana.
• What you can expect to see: Elephants swimming, hippos, crocodiles, and large prides of lions.
• How much it is to get in: ~$15 USD (120 BWP).
• What people say: People love the sunset cruises, calling them the best way to see animals.
• Interesting fact: Chobe is estimated to have over 50,000 elephants, the highest concentration in Africa.