Chobe Princesses

Moving along the banks of the great Chobe River, our three Chobe Princesses offer unparalleled sophistication in one of the most remote locations in the world with our all-inclusive African river experience. With only a small number of guests per boat staying in one of the three Chobe Princesses is like being on your very own houseboat.

The Chobe Princesses navigate up to 50km of the Chobe River, allowing guests to explore many different vantage points of the river. Each houseboat comes with a host, team of helpful staff, a skilled chef for your delicious meals, and a talented team of river guides to provide you with the best insights and experience. Choose from a range of exciting activities from wild river safaris, fishing, birding and cultural tours on-and-off land. The entire boat can also be booked exclusively, giving you your very own private villa on the water. Each houseboat is equipped with a relaxed open plan lounge, bar and dining area, outdoor viewing deck with loungers and a plunge pool, showcasing unobstructed views of the African landscape and wildlife.

The Chobe Princesses sail on scheduled weekly departures every Monday for (two-nights or four-nights), Wednesday (two-nights) and Friday for (three-nights).

Onboard you will be greeted by your very own team of staff. Your host will give you an introduction and safety briefing, while your chef prepares your lunch. Your rooms will be cleaned and turned down daily by our attentive housekeeping staff. Whatever you choose to do, your day trips will be personalised and flexible because you’ll be sharing the tender boats with a small number of guests. Alternatively put your feet up and relax on the front deck, hop in the plunge pool to cool off from the African sun, or brush up on your birding knowledge in our comfortable lounge area with stunning panoramic views.

About Chobe National Park

When you visit the Chobe National Park, you will never forget the first glimpse of the dazzling, deep blue Chobe River, as it winds its way through sandy terrain, small towns, lush floodplains, dense forests of cathedral mopane trees, and endless broadleaf woodlands. The park is named after this majestic river that protects 10.700 km² of the northern Kalahari desert, providing ensuing wilderness and a game density that is steadily remarkable.

Famed for its massive elephant populations, big herds of buffalo (matched only by some large lion prides) and incredible birdlife, Chobe National Park will leave an everlasting memory. Where else can you find such an amazing riverfront, with bustling wildlife, undisturbed predators, heavenly landscapes and tranquil lodges? The most accessible area of the park is the Chobe Riverfront, this is also where you will find the largest concentration of wildlife. For a more predator-rich area: head off to Linyanti Marshes. Or nourish your soul in the remote Savuti area. Wherever you go in this park, wildlife encounters are plentiful and all of Chobe feels like true wilderness. It is a place that can be enjoyed by everyone: couples, families and seasoned Africa travellers.

We will explain more about the different areas below. But first, a little bit about the history of this special place.

The original inhabitants of Chobe were the Bushmen, followed by the – impressively named – Hambukushu, Bayei and Basubiya. In the 1850s, locals saw explorer David Livingstone passing through the area on his way to the Victoria Falls (a little over an hour away from Chobe National Park), and some big-game hunters seeking trophies and ivory. Luckily, for all the flora and fauna of this unique land, the area was first protected as a game reserve in 1961 and proclaimed as national park in 1968.

Up to this day the game-density remains exceptional. You will be forced to halt frequently because a parade of wildlife wants to pass by. Much better than stopping for a red light in traffic, right? Moderating the number of visitors to the park keeps it from feeling ‘too busy’, adding to the remote and exclusive Chobe safari experience.