Kasane Airport and getting to Chobe at a glance
Kasane International Airport (BBK) lies about 4 km south of Kasane and is the closest airport to the park. You can also drive to Kasane on tarmac via Nata, or cross from Victoria Falls or Livingstone. The sandy tracks through Savuti are a separate matter and need their own planning.
If you come from the falls, the simplest way is an organised Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls that handles the border and the transfers for you. For a self-drive trip, read the car rental and driving notes below.
Our pick: pickup and border help
Transfers from Victoria Falls, Kasane or Livingstone, with help at the crossing.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Chobe tours with transfers from Kasane and Victoria Falls
Day trips, boat cruises and game drives that include pickup, with live prices and availability.
Ways to reach Chobe compared
Air, road and border routes to Kasane.
| Route | Time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Flight from Johannesburg | About 1 h 40 min | An afternoon departure around 14:15 is typical; days vary, so check the timetable for your date |
| Flight from Gaborone or Maun | Varies | Both are served, but not every day; check days and frequency |
| Road from Victoria Falls | 80 to 95 km plus border | Uses the Kazungula road crossing from Zimbabwe |
| Road from Livingstone | About 82 km plus border | Crosses the Kazungula Bridge over the Zambezi |
| Road via Nata | – | The tarmac route to Kasane; the Savuti side is sandy |
For most visitors, a flight into Kasane or an organised transfer from Victoria Falls is the easier choice. Self-drive suits you if you want to see Savuti or combine Chobe with the Okavango Delta.
Taxi and transfer from Kasane Airport (BBK)
The airport is about 4 km south of the town, and the road distance to the centre is about 5.6 km. Ask your accommodation or tour operator to arrange the airport transfer, and agree the price and the pickup time before you set off.
Some packages include transfers. A houseboat charter, for example, includes airport and immigration transfers. When you compare tours, check whether pickup from the airport or your hotel is part of the price.
Car rental and parking
For self-drive trips to Chobe.
Rental rates
Rental rates in Kasane run from about 2,500 BWP per day for a Hilux to about 2,800 BWP per day for a fully equipped Land Cruiser camper, with minimum rental periods of around 5 days. Insurance and permission to cross borders are not automatically included, so ask.
Four-wheel drive
Self-drive safaris in Chobe are done in 4x4 vehicles from Kasane. The track to Savuti is about 165 km and takes 4 to 5 hours as a guide figure, and it can take longer in deep sand or after rain.
Savute guide →Parking
Plan parking with your accommodation or tour operator. A guarded free car park at the airport or at the gates is not promised, so ask where the car can stay while you are on a boat or a flight.
Park fees for your car
A private vehicle registered abroad pays 115 BWP per day on top of the person fee. See the Chobe park fees.
Kazungula Bridge and the border crossings
The Kazungula Bridge over the Zambezi links Botswana with Zambia. It opened on 10 May 2021 and traffic started the next day. It is a different crossing from the Kazungula road crossing to Zimbabwe, so check which one your route uses.
On the bridge, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. is the usual figure, and 24-hour operation was announced for 2026. For the Zimbabwe road crossing, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. is a planning figure, and the Ngoma post to Namibia is typically open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Use these as a guide, not as a promise, and check on the day.
The road between Sedudu and Ngoma has been open for transit round the clock since 1 April 2025. That is a transit road, not a night game drive. Speed limits are 40 km/h in the park and 80 km/h on the marked asphalt transit road. Read about the town in our Kasane guide.
Botswana visa and entry for 2026
Short facts. Rules depend on your passport, so check before you fly.
German passport
A regular German passport needs no visa, with a free tourist entry permit for up to 90 days per calendar year. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months, with 4 free pages recommended. A provisional passport needs a visa.
British passport
British citizens can stay up to 90 days without a visa and should have at least 3 free pages.
eVisa
Where a visa is required, apply on the eVisa portal. The fee is 300 BWP for a single entry and 500 BWP for multiple entries, each up to 3 months.
KAZA UNIVISA
The 50 USD KAZA UNIVISA covers Zambia and Zimbabwe for up to 30 days, and day trips to Botswana over Kazungula are included. It is not a Botswana visa, so meet the Botswana entry rules separately. For the falls side, see the Victoria Falls travel tips.
Children
Travellers under 18 need the original or certified birth certificate, plus consent documents if one parent is missing.
Plan the rest of your trip
Related guides.
Getting to Chobe: frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Kasane?
Kasane International Airport is BBK. It lies about 4 km south of the town.
Is there a taxi or shuttle from Kasane Airport?
Ask your accommodation or operator to arrange the transfer, and agree the price and the pickup time in advance.
Can I rent a car in Kasane?
Yes. Rates run from about 2,500 BWP per day for a Hilux to about 2,800 BWP per day for a Land Cruiser camper, with minimum rental periods of around 5 days. Ask about insurance and border permission.
Is there a bridge from Kasane to Zambia?
Yes, the Kazungula Bridge, opened on 10 May 2021. The crossing to Zimbabwe is a separate road crossing.
Do I need a visa for Botswana?
A regular German passport needs none for up to 90 days per calendar year, and British citizens can stay up to 90 days visa-free. Others should check the eVisa rules.
How far is Victoria Falls from Kasane?
Between 80 and 95 km, depending on the start and end points, plus time at the border. From Livingstone it is about 82 km over the Kazungula Bridge.