Teeming with life, Chobe National Park sprawls across some 11 000 m of lush African bush, and is home to the largest populace of elephants in the world – currently estimated at roughly 120 000. Along with the elephants, prides of leopard and lion, huge groups of buffalo, waterbuck, roan, eland, sable, giraffe, and, if you are lucky, one of the rare puku, can also be seen. In the river itself watch out for hippo and crocodile, and keep your binoculars at the ready for spotting a rich selection of bird life (over 400 species). Experience a 5* safari with a difference.

It is on this great expanse of untamed water an adventure unlike any other awaits. Why join the crowds on land-based game drives when you can experience the thrill of it all from your own private suite aboard a luxury 45 meter boat? The Zambezi Queen operates in 5-star opulence, and is all about pampering, indulgence, and superior comfort.
Whether you are dining on our third level restaurant watching the animals gather at the water at dusk, game viewing from one of our private boats, or attempting to land your first tiger fish, the professional team will be on hand to meet your every need.

Book this Zambezi Queen House Boat on the Chobe River now.

The Zambezi Queen is based a few kilometers from where four countries meet, namely; Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana and Namibia.

The first and second levels of the 'Zambezi Queen' incorporate 14 cabins - all of which have their own private balconies and have been tastefully furnished with either a double or two single beds. Of the 14 suites, 6 are master suites, which are all larger than the 8 standard suites. Because of the limitations regarding power, none of the suites have been fitted with air conditioning units. However, each private space has been designed with the African summer in mind, and clever use of shutters situated on the outer edge of the deck and ceiling fans ensures a cool experience even during times of the year when external temperatures soar. Uniquely, the entire boat including the top deck, living and dining area, has mosquito screening.

The top deck consists of the dining room, the lounge including a wood burning fireplace, a bar and a sunbathing area complete with private pool. The interior furnishings have been designed by one of South Africa’s top designers and this can be seen by the elegant, timeless look that has been created. Also to be found in the living area is a library of books, numerous games and a telescope for studying the stars at night.

When looking at the design it is apparent that no expense has been spared in creating a house boat of a world class standard, and this is especially so, when one considers this boat was built on the banks of the Chobe River.

There can be few natural wonders as synonymous with Africa’s raw wilderness as the great Chobe River. These waters divide Namibia’s Caprivi Strip from Botswana’s Chobe National Park, and its exotic banks boast one of the densest populations of wildlife on the African continent. Teeming with life, this National Park sprawls across some 11 000 m of lush African bush, and is home to the largest populace of elephants in the world – currently estimated at roughly 120 000. Along with the elephants, prides of leopard and lion, huge groups of buffalo, waterbuck, roan, eland, sable, giraffe, and, if you are lucky, one of the rare puku, can also be seen. In the river itself watch out for hippo and crocodile, and keep your binoculars at the ready for spotting a rich selection of bird life.
It is on this great expanse of untamed water an adventure unlike any other awaits. Why join he crowds on land-based game drives when you can experience the thrill of it all from your own private suite aboard a luxury 45 meter boat? The Zambezi Queen operates in 5-star opulence, and is all about pampering, indulgence, and superior comfort.
Whether you are dining on our third level restaurant watching the animals gather at the water at dusk, game viewing from one of our private boats, or attempting to land your first tiger fish, the professional team will be on hand to meet your every need.

There are scheduled 2 or 3 Night Itineraries available or you could charter the whole house boat for your special occasion or private family getaway (check with us for rates).

Rates are quoted per person per trip in South African Rands (ZAR) and subject to change without prior notice. Valid until 31 December 2012.

Per person sharing	2 NIGHT ITINERARY Departs Monday & Wednesday			3 NIGHT ITINERARY Departs Friday
Departure Dates:		Suites x 10	Master Suites x 4		Suites x 10	Master Suites x 4
December 2011	5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21*, 26, 28	R 7 200	R 9 650	2, 9, 16, 30*	R 10 870	R 14 400
January 2012	2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30	R 7 350	R 9 550	6,13,20,27	R 11 025	R 14 325
February 2012	1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29	R 7 350	R 9 550	3,10,17,24	R 11 025	R 14 325
March 2012	5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28	R 7 350	R 9 550	2,9,16,23,30	R 11 025	R 14 325
April 2012	2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30	R 7 350	R 9 550	6, 13, 20, 27	R 11 025	R 14 325
May 2012	2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30	R 9 850	R 12 500	4, 11, 18, 22	R 14 775	R 18 750
June 2012	4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27	R 9 850	R 12 500	1, 8, 15, 22, 29	R 14 775	R 18 750
July 2012	2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30	R 9 850	R 12 500	6, 13, 20, 27	R 14 775	R 18 750
August 2012	1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29	R 9 850	R 12 500	3, 10, 17, 24, 31	R 14 775	R 18 750
September 2012	3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26	R 9 850	R 12 500	7, 14, 21, 28	R 14 775	R 18 750
October 2012	1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31	R 9 850	R 12 500	5, 12, 19, 26	R 14 775	R 18 750
November 2012	5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28	R 9 850	R 12 500	2, 9, 16, 23, 30	R 14 775	R 18 750
December 2012	3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24**	R 8 000	R 10 000	7, 14, 21, 28*	R 12 000	R 15 500

     
Please note: dates in bold represent 4 (**) or 5 (*) night house-boat trips - rates to be advised on request.

TRANSFERS
Kasane Immigration to/from Zambezi Queen Complimentary / no charge
Kasane Airport to/from Zambezi Queen Complimentary / no charge
 
Victoria Falls Airport / Hotels to/from Kasane Immigration US $50 per person one way (Min 2 persons)
Livingstone Airport / Hotels to/from Kasane Immigration US $60 per person one way (Min 2 persons)

Transfer rates are subject to change.

For scheduled departures, the itinerary would normally be:

Day 1
3pm - 4pm - Collection Kasane immigration Botswana (Note: Border closes at 4:30pm)
4pm - 5.30pm - Game viewing by smaller boat and transfer to Zambezi Queen
7pm - Welcome and Briefing
8pm - Dinner on board the Zambezi Queen

Day 2
6am - Wake up call
6.45am - Breakfast
7.15am - Departure for either half day game drive or game viewing from boat
10am - Game viewing boat returns to Zambezi Queen
11.30am - Land based 4x4 game viewing returns
12pm - Zambezi Queen departs down Chobe River
12.30pm - Lunch
3pm - Zambezi Queen arrives for overnight stay
4pm - Depart for water based game viewing or cultural village tour by mokoro (African canoe)
6pm - Return from activities
8pm - Dinner on board the Zambezi Queen

Day 3
If you choose the Two night itinerary:
6am - Zambezi Queen leaves for home base
7am - Breakfast
8.30am - Zambezi Queen arrives at home base
10am - Depart for Kasane Immigration

If you choose the Three night itinerary:
8am - Breakfast
9am - Choice of fishing, game viewing by boat or cultural village tour by mokoro
12pm - Return to Zambezi Queen
1pm - Lunch and departure to overnight base
2pm - Clients have choice of whichever activity they have not yet had opportunity to enjoy
5pm - Return to Zambezi Queen for sundowners
8pm - Dinner on board the Zambezi Queen.

Day 4
6am - Zambezi Queen leaves for home base
7am - Breakfast
8.30am - Zambezi Queen arrives at home base
10am - Depart for Kasane Immigration

The Zambezi Queen is conveniently located about 80km from both Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and Livingstone Zambia and 3km from Kasane International Airport all of which have international airports and operate regular scheduled flights out of Johannesburg, with Kasane been ideally suited to charter flights.

Transfers from airport to the boat are by road and takes approximately 90 minutes. Road transfer guests will be collected from immigration situated on the banks of the river at Kasane in Botswana for the 10 minute boat transfer to the Zambezi Queen's docking station.
Access to the Zambezi Queen on the Namibian side is made possible by a 30 minute charter flight from Victoria Falls to Impillia Island followed by a 10 minute boat ride aboard one of our tender boats.

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