chobe_national_park

Kasane, botswana

Chobe National Park, located in northern Botswana, is renowned for its massive elephant population, estimated at over 120,000, the largest in Africa. Covering 11,700 km², the park features diverse ecosystems, including floodplains, woodlands, and the Chobe River, attracting a wide range of wildlife such as lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, and hippos. Visitors can enjoy game drives, boat safaris on the Chobe River, birdwatching, and photographic safaris. The best time to visit is May–October (dry season) when wildlife gathers around the river. Entry fees start at $10 per person, and the park is accessible via Kasane Airport, near the borders of Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, making it easy to combine with visits to Victoria Falls.