Zambezi Queen
The Zambezi Queen traverses up to 25km along the Chobe River, offering guests diverse vantage points for authentic game viewing in complete comfort and elegance.
Think of your time on the Zambezi Queen not as a mere river cruise but as a floating boutique hotel that explores approximately 25km of the Chobe River, weather permitting, while returning to the same point each evening. Embark on a uniquely African adventure with uninterrupted views of the Chobe National Park, home to over 120,000 elephants and many other remarkable wildlife.
The Zambezi Queen sails on scheduled weekly departures every Monday (two nights), Wednesday (two nights) and Friday (three nights).
Children aged 13 and older are welcome on board the Zambezi Queen and are charged the applicable adult rate.
A 30% single supplement charge applies to single children.
Getting There
The Zambezi Queen is located on the Namibian side of the Chobe River and moors in various locations along the river. If you’re on a self-drive safari, secure parking can be arranged for your vehicle in Kasane. Please advise at time of booking whether you require secure parking.
If you are flying there are four main access points by air:
• Kasane International Airport, Botswana (BBK) is about 15 minutes from the Kasane Immigration Office
• Victoria Falls Airport, Zimbabwe (VFA) is about 1 ½ hours from the Kasane Immigration Office
• Livingstone Airport, Zambia (LVI) is about 2 hours from the Kasane Immigration Office
• Katima Mulilo Airport, Namibia (MPA) is about 2 ½ hours from the Botswana Immigration Office
The Chobe Princesses
Offer an intimate and relaxed river safari getaway, traversing up to 50 km of the Chobe River, along the banks of the Chobe National Park. Ideal for couples, families and small groups, the 3 Chobe Princesses can also be reserved for exclusive use, each sleeping 8 – 10 guests.
The Chobe Princess sails on scheduled weekly departures every Monday (two nights), Wednesday (two nights) and Friday (three nights).
A journey aboard the Chobe Princess offers not only the breathtaking scenery of the Chobe River but also thoughtfully designed spaces where comfort and elegance blend seamlessly with nature. Each area invites you to relax, unwind, and fully embrace the serenity of your surroundings.
Location
The Chobe Princess houseboats traverse down the Chobe River, the natural border between Botswana and Namibia. While they are officially located in Nambia; the Chobe Princess houseboats are only accessible from the Botswana side of the Chobe River. Seeing the Chobe National Park from the houseboats is a unique experience. The landscape and wildlife scenes, along with the riverbank, change daily as you tranquilly float through the wilderness.
November – March: Prolific game drives
November to March, and sometimes April as well, is known as the wet season in this region. The wildlife moves freely through the Chobe National Park as there is an abundance of water and this makes for exceptional game viewing. Game drives in the Chobe National Park are included in your stay.
June – October: Lots of wildlife on the riverbanks
This is when the Chobe River banks come to life. Many animal species gather around and stay close to the main water source, and you can watch them as the Zambezi Queen floats by. Going out on the tender boats is great at any time of the year, and even more special during this time. Don’t forget to book a trip on the specialised photographic boats; you won’t want to miss out on capturing the momentous activity.
September: Fantastic for birding
There are, in general, about 450 bird species in the Chobe region. Birding season starts in September, when the first migrants arrive, boosting the bird population by up to 20% compared to the winter months.
