Overview

Embark on a truly unique adventure with our Zambezi Queen Houseboat Packages in Chobe National Park. This safari offers an extraordinary twist, as you’ll explore the wild landscapes from the luxury of a houseboat, the Zambezi Queen. As you glide along the serene Chobe River, your journey takes on an air of exclusivity and tranquility.

The Zambezi Queen experience is designed with your preferences in mind. We offer a diverse range of complimentary morning and afternoon activities, ensuring that every day caters to your interests. Whether you’re captivated by wildlife sightings, eager to explore the surroundings, or simply desire relaxation, each day promises enchantment and awe.

Chobe National Park is a treasure trove of natural wonders, and the Zambezi Queen provides the perfect platform to experience it. This remarkable journey blends luxury, serenity, and adventure into an unforgettable safari. We’re delighted to be your choice for the Zambezi Queen Collection experience, and we look forward to creating lasting memories with you.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Zambezi Queen traverses along the Chobe River, which is a natural border between Botswana andNamibia. In order to board the Zambezi Queen from Kasane Immigration Office, you will need to exitBotswana and enter Namibia. Our team will arrange all boat transfers required. The process will take around45min to 60min from the time of arrival at the Kasane Immigration Office.
You as the traveller and/or your travel agent are responsible for determining what documentation isrequired, as well as ensuring any such documentation including passports, visas, medical certificates andunabridged birth certificates are up to date and have been obtained before travel.
Due to constantly changing visa requirements, it is recommended that travellers and or/travel agentscontact the appropriate embassy for accurate and up-to-date information.
Both the Botswana & Namibia immigration offices close at 16h30 thus all passengers mustarrive before 16h00 at Kasane Immigration Office on the Botswana side of the Chobe River.

Day 1 :

Embarkation - Welcome Cocktail & Dinner

Upon arrival at the Kasane Immigration Office, you will be warmly greeted by our dedicated Zambezi Queen Collection representative, who will provide assistance with your luggage and guide you through the passportcontrol process. You’ll then take a boat transfer to the Zambezi Queen, where you will be welcomed with anintroduction and a delectable lunch onboard. Lunch is available until 14h00 and guests arriving later will beserved a mid-afternoon snack. The afternoon is free for leisure activities, or if time permits, you can join a lateafternoon river safari. In the evening, indulge in a delightful 3-course dinner after a map talk that acquaints youwith the captivating Chobe area. Unwind and embrace the serene African night.

Day 2 :

Chobe River Safaris by Boat

Every day, choose between or enjoy all three two-hour activities on offer, including guided water-based gameviewing, birding excursions, fishing trips, cultural tour, and photographic safaris.
Start your day with a cup of coffee or tea served from 06h00 on the top deck. Take advantage of the optimalmorning conditions for exciting activities like Tiger fishing or birding. Indulge in a hearty buffet breakfaststarting at 07h30. After breakfast, immerse yourself in the local culture with a village tour, followed by a gamecruise along Chobe National Park aboard a tender boat. Indulge in a delicious onboard lunch and take time torelax by the splash pool or dive into a good book. Later in the day, revel in the panoramic surroundings withanother thrilling tender boat safari. End your day with a traditional African dinner that will leave you withlasting memories.

Day 3 :

Chobe Sunrises Are Like None Other

Every day, choose between or enjoy all three two-hour activities on offer, including guided water-based gameviewing, birding excursions, fishing trips, and photographic safaris.

Head up to the top deck for a freshly brewed coffee or tea and catch the sun rising over the magnificentlandscape. The early morning presents the best conditions to engage in exciting activities like Tiger fishing orbirding excursions. Upon your return, breakfast is served! Find a corner in the lounge to relax, and soak in theviews of the Chobe River, before heading out on a post-breakfast game viewing cruise. Alternatively, you canspeak to the Manager on board to inquire about the land-based game drive in Chobe National Park (optionaland at an additional cost). Lunch is a delightful buffet spread, paired perfectly with a crisp glass of wine. Headout on the final excursion of the day. As the sun begins to set, enjoy refreshing sundowners on the deck whilenew guests on board engage in a map talk, followed by a delicious 3-course dinner.

Day 4 :

Make the Most Of Each Day

Every day, choose between or enjoy all three two-hour activities on offer, including guided water-based gameviewing, birding excursions, fishing trips, cultural tour, and photographic safaris.

On your final full day on board make the most of the exciting set activities on offer. Our four-day itineraryensures you’ll have enough time to enjoy each excursion so use your final day to tick off a few last sights. Takepart in a morning adventure of birdwatching or Tiger fishing, followed by a delicious breakfast on board.Explore a village tour or enjoy a game watching cruise on a tender boat after breakfast. Indulge in a buffetlunch and some rest and relaxation. In the mid-afternoon, join fellow guests for a final tender boat safari as thesun sets. Engage in traditional African dancing before a delightful dinner, ensuring your last night on board isfilled with joy and memorable moments.

Day 5 :

Disembark

Start your morning with a fresh juice or freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea. Be on the lookout for wildlife as youenjoy a morning cruise during your buffet breakfast. Prepare to disembark the Zambezi Queen for passportcontrol.

If you have an onward flight, a short road transfer will take you to Kasane Airport. Alternatively, ifyou're continuing your African adventure, meet your transfer representative at Kasane Immigration Office for aconvenient road transfer to your next destination.as thesun sets.

Engage in traditional African dancing before a delightful dinner, ensuring your last night on board isfilled with joy and memorable moments.