The African fish eagle, whose ringing call is the sound of the African bush, is a constant of the Chobe River, watched perched over the water and swooping for fish on the same boat cruises famous for elephants and hippos. The birds are resident year-round along the river just outside Kasane. The dry season from May to October concentrates wildlife on the water and gives the steadiest viewing.
The African fish eagle, whose ringing call is the sound of the African bush, is a constant of the Chobe River, watched perched over the water and swooping for fish on the same boat cruises famous for elephants and hippos. The birds are resident year-round along the river just outside Kasane. The dry season from May to October concentrates wildlife on the water and gives the steadiest viewing.
Up to 82% sighting chance in Chobe River, Chobe National Park, Botswana. Best months: August, September, July.
The African fish eagle, resident year-round along the river and often seen perched or hunting from the boat cruises.
On the same Chobe boat cruises from Kasane that show elephants, hippos and crocodiles; fish eagles are almost guaranteed.
Shared boat cruises run roughly 40 to 70 USD per person (2026 prices).
