5 Days Victoria Falls - Chobe Birding Excursion

A specialist bird-watching journey through the Victoria Falls region, the Zambezi River, and Chobe River habitats, combining relaxed lodge logistics with focused expert guiding.

Day 1 - Arrival and Zambezi National Park

• Meet your guide at Victoria Falls Airport and transfer to the lodge.
• Afternoon game drive in Zambezi National Park in search of woodland species and birds of prey.

Day 2 - Zambezi River Boat Cruise

• Early breakfast followed by a boat cruise along the Zambezi River.
• Target species include African Fish Eagle, White-backed Night Heron, African Skimmer, Reed Cormorant, Malachite Kingfisher, Pied Kingfisher, and Giant Kingfisher.
• Sunset boat ride for another chance at aquatic birds and riverine sightings.

Day 3 - Chobe River Excursion

• Morning game drive in search of woodland species.
• Guided Chobe River excursion with a focus on aquatic and marshland birds such as African Jacana, Squacco Heron, and Purple Heron.
• Picnic-style lunch by the riverbank and evening return to Victoria Falls town.

Day 4 - Raptors, Falls and Local Culture

• Guided Tour of Victoria Falls in the morning.
• Afternoon optional village tour, local shopping, or relaxed time in town.

Day 5 - Departure

• Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport or onward destination.

Highlights

• Aquatic birding on the Zambezi and Chobe Rivers
• Dedicated raptor and birds-of-prey focus
• Expert local birding guidance for calls, plumage, and habitat interpretation
• Riverine, woodland, and savanna habitats in one itinerary