CHOBE RIVER HOUSEBOAT CRUISES
Zambezi Queen luxury suite
Game viewing by tender
Chobe Princess
CHOBE RIVER CRUISE
2 NIGHT RIVER CRUISE
DAY 1 Kasane / Chobe River
Transfer by boat from Kasane to your chosen houseboat , where you will be welcomed before tucking into a delectable lunch on board . The afternoon is free for leisure activities , or if time permits , you can join a late afternoon river safari . This evening , savour a delightful 3-course dinner after a map talk that acquaints you with the captivating Chobe area . Unwind and embrace the serene African night .
DAY 2 Chobe River
Start your day early with a cuppa on the top deck and perhaps trying your hand at Tiger fishing or joining a birding excursion . After breakfast , immerse yourself in the local culture with a village tour , followed by a scenic game cruise in the Chobe National Park aboard a tender boat . Return to the boat for a delicious lunch and perhaps take time to relax by the splash pool or dive into a good book . Later in the day , revel in the panoramic surroundings with another thrilling tender boat safari where , with luck , you will get up close to an array of wildlife , including some of the 120,000 elephants for which Chobe is renowned . End your day by joining fellow guests for a mouthwatering dinner . Itineraries are flexible , so while there are a range of activities on offer , you can choose just how much you want to pack in , or how relaxed you prefer to be .
DAY 3 Chobe River / Kasane
After breakfast and some last minute animal spotting as you cruise , it will be time to bid a reluctant farewell and disembark for the return transfer to Kasane .
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Departures : Mondays & Wednesdays .
Accommodation : Choice of a suite on Zambezi Queen or a cabin on Chobe Princess - see below for details .
Meals : Full board , all soft drinks , mineral water , tea and coffee , local wine and beer .
Cruise price : The price shown includes return transfers between Kasane airport and your chosen houseboat , accommodation and activities as highlighted . Also available with road transfers from Victoria Falls . Price on request
2 night river cruise from £ 849pp
2 night river cruise from £ 1269pp
CHOBE PRINCESS
Three Chobe Princess houseboats , which feature either four or five cabins , provide an intimate river safari experience as you drift down the Chobe River .
Each day , three hearty meals are served in the dining area , there is comfortable seating in the bar , a lounge and small plunge pool . Two of the houseboats have an upper deck where you can lounge whilst keeping an eye out for the abundant wildlife as you glide along the river .
Chobe Princess cabins have beautiful big windows that slide open to let in those ever-changing river views . Imagine listening to the soft grunt of hippo as you watch for elephant at the water ’ s edge - all from the comfort of your king size bed . Each cabin also features a shower and safe . Superior cabins are also available , which have their own private balcony giving you a front-row seat to the incredible landscapes and wildlife .
ZAMBEZI QUEEN
This luxury houseboat offers unparalleled sophistication in one of the most remote locations on the planet . The Zambezi Queen navigates up to 15 miles of the Chobe River , allowing guests to explore different vantage points and enjoy authentic game viewing in complete comfort and elegance . Across the ship ’ s three decks are a dining room , bar and lounge . The dining room offers a peaceful corner to share an intimate dinner and the bar is just the place to settle in with a delicious cocktail , ice-cold beer or glass of wine as the sun dips beneath the horizon . For the best views , make your way to the lounge on the upper deck , with seating on both the bow and stern . There are just 14 tastefully appointed suites which are spread over the middle and lower decks , each offering air-conditioning , king size bed , shower , safe and a private balcony so you can soak up the river breeze and appreciate uninterrupted views of the unique African landscape beyond . For added comfort , luxury suites are more spacious and have two balconies .
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