Chobe Safari Cruise – Discover Africa with AmaWaterways

Embark on the journey of a lifetime with the Chobe Safari Cruise from AmaWaterways!

Experience the beauty and natural wonders of iconic Cape Town; get up close to animals in their natural habitat; and explore one of the “Seven Wonders of the World.”

As part of the AmaWaterways ‘Discover Africa‘ river cruise, you will enjoy an extensive line-up of included tours. AmaWaterways always includes a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.

Spend three nights in Cape Town, discovering its many treasures with visits to Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach and Table Mountain.

You also have a choice to visit the renowned Cape Winelands, or tour famous Robben Island. Next, fly to Victoria Falls and head west to the Botswana and Namibian borders to embark on your Chobe River safari cruise through the wondrous Chobe National Park, home to one of Africa’s densest populations of wildlife.

Encounter elephants, giraffes, leopards, zebras and buffaloes on excursions by boat and open-air vehicles. Conclude your journey with two nights at the majestic Victoria Falls.

You also have the option to extend your trip in Johannesburg, following in the foot-steps of Nelson Mandela.

Highlights of the Chobe Safari Cruise

Chobe National Park is in the northern part of beautiful Botswana and is home to Africa’s largest elephant population and one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in the world.

After a full day of exploring the park through the Chobe River, AmaWaterways takes guests along other parts of the park via open-top 4×4 vehicles (the open-tops offering a chance for optimal, unobstructed photographs).

Each method of safari will give you a distinctive perspective and all-around feel for the park. Naturally, driving through the park allows the safari to search a wider span and more easily follow game in motion. It also gives closer consideration to the flora and fauna. The park is so massive it is usually categorised into four subdivisions. The Serondola area of the park, also known as the Chobe Riverfront, is flush with a dense woodland of mahogany, teak and other hardwoods – along with the lush floodplains near the Chobe River.  

Another fun feature of this trip is enjoying a delicious picnic-lunch served up under the trees. And you never know, perhaps a few small local guests may be seen nearby or overhead!

Stare wide-eyed as the largest concentration of elephants in all of Africa freely swim and splash about. Feel yourself becoming humbled as you spot the graceful giraffe bow his elongated neck to quench his thirst at a watering hole. Listen to the nearby grunt of the rhino or the song of the lilac-breasted roller – along with scores of buffalo, lions, crocodiles, lechwe antelopes and hundreds of other species of animals and birds. But while taking in the incredible wildlife, don’t forget to breathe in the fragrant scent of African grass and shrubbery.

Of course, you are also exploring the river while aboard the illustrious (and eco-friendly) Zambezi Queen. What a unique and luxurious experience to both discover wildlife by safari boat – and then again outside your balcony and window of your floating hotel. Should you like, laze about all morning on the river like the hippopotamus – watching game from the comfort of your room. Or wake up with the birds, substituting their siren call for your alarm clock or ringtone. There is no more authentic means to travel the Chobe River than on the river itself!

Designed specifically for wildlife viewing, the intimate 28-passenger Zambezi Queen made her debut in one of the world’s most captivating places, Africa’s legendary Chobe River.

As she drifts along the river, animals perceive no threat, affording you with once-in-a-lifetime up-close game experiences. Additionally, to ensure no harm to the environment, the eco-friendly Zambezi Queen uses a water jet propulsion system, fuel-efficient and low-emission generators, and a solar heating system. An enclosed, air-conditioned dining room, lounge and bar grace the top deck, as well as an open-air Sun Deck complete with plunge pool.

Suites feature private balconies where you can enjoy unobstructed views of the river and African landscape. Throughout the day, be treated to complimentary South African wines, beer, local spirits, soft drinks and bottled water. And on one special night, enjoy an African-themed dinner with traditional dishes and entertainment.

This could be your bucket list moment! Get in touch today to discuss this incredible itinerary which you won’t find anywhere else!

Call us on 0800 471 4754 or email us today.