Home to Africa's largest elephant population (around 120,000-130,000), Chobe is widely considered the best place on Earth to see elephants. During the dry season (May-October), vast herds concentrate along the Chobe River, with giants swimming across channels and mothers leading calves to drink. Boat safaris along the Chobe River offer unique waterline perspectives.

Best Months

Discover where and when to observe Elephant (Loxodonta africana / Elephas maximus) in the wild. 12 observation spots worldwide: Chobe National Park (Botswana), Amboseli-Tarangire Region (Kenya & Tanzania), Kruger & Addo (South Africa), Kui Buri & Khao Yai National Parks (Thailand), Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe). Interactive migration map and travel tips.

July: 98%
August: 98%
September: 98%
January: 95%
May: 95%
June: 95%

12 Observation Spots Worldwide

Chobe National Park (Botswana) - 98% (Jul, Aug, Sep)
Amboseli-Tarangire Region (Kenya & Tanzania) - 95% (Jun, Jul, Aug)
Kruger & Addo (South Africa) - 95% (May, Jun, Jul)
Kui Buri & Khao Yai National Parks (Thailand) - 95% (Jan, Dec, Feb)
Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe) - 95% (Aug, Sep, Jul)
Minneriya & Kaudulla National Parks (Sri Lanka) - 95% (Aug, Sep, Jul)
Kaziranga National Park (Assam, India) - 90% (Jan, Feb, Dec)
Periyar & Nagarhole-Mudumalai (South India) - 90% (Jan, Dec, Feb)
Kinabatangan River (Sabah, Malaysian Borneo) - 90% (Jun, Jul, Aug)
Chitwan & Bardia National Parks (Nepal) - 75% (Jan, Feb, Mar)
Way Kambas & Tesso Nilo (Sumatra, Indonesia) - 75% (Jun, Jul, Aug)
Central Myanmar — Alaungdaw Kathapa & Htamanthi - 45% (Jan, Feb, Dec)