Chobe's afternoon boat cruises glide past Nile crocodiles hauled out on the sandbanks alongside elephants and hippos, one of the easiest crocodile sightings in Africa. The river runs along the park's northern edge just outside Kasane, so day trips leave from town without any deep-bush logistics. The dry season from May to October concentrates wildlife on the water and brings the crocodiles out to bask, with September the reliable high point.
Chobe's afternoon boat cruises glide past Nile crocodiles hauled out on the sandbanks alongside elephants and hippos, one of the easiest crocodile sightings in Africa. The river runs along the park's northern edge just outside Kasane, so day trips leave from town without any deep-bush logistics. The dry season from May to October concentrates wildlife on the water and brings the crocodiles out to bask, with September the reliable high point.
Up to 88% sighting chance in Chobe River, Chobe National Park, Botswana. Best months: September, August, October.
The Nile crocodile, resident year-round along the river and often seen basking a few metres from the boats.
Standard afternoon cruises last around three hours, leaving from Kasane jetties and staying inside the national park boundary.
Shared boat cruises run roughly 40 to 70 USD per person (2026 prices), with private photographic boats costing more.
