Chobe park fees at a glance
Chobe National Park charges its entry fees per person and per day, plus a separate fee for each vehicle. The rates below are the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP) tariff for Category A parks, which include Chobe and Moremi. The tariff has been in force since 1 April 2022. An increase was announced in 2026; check the current rate before you go. All amounts are in Botswana pula (BWP).
If you join a Chobe safari or a boat trip, check whether the park fee is included in the price. Many tours list it as an extra, and the amount depends on your residency status.
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Entry fees for people and camping
BWP per person and per day, unless stated otherwise. Rates as of 2026.
| Position | Citizens | Residents / SADC nationals | Non-residents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private visitors, per person per day | 30 BWP | 205 BWP | 270 BWP |
| Clients of Botswana tour operators, per person per day | 20 BWP | 145 BWP | 190 BWP |
| DWNP camping, per person per day | 20 BWP | 45 BWP | 60 BWP |
| Wilderness campsite, per person per night | 75 BWP | 190 BWP | 250 BWP |
For most overseas visitors, the last column is the one that counts. If you book a tour with a Botswana operator, the lower client rate applies, so the same day in the park costs 80 BWP less per person than a private visit.
Vehicle and boat fees
Chobe column of the tariff, per vehicle per day.
| Vehicle | Registered in Botswana | Registered abroad |
|---|---|---|
| Private vehicle under 3,500 kg | 30 BWP | 115 BWP |
| Commercial vehicle under 3,500 kg | 40 BWP | 250 BWP |
| Caravan or trailer | 15 BWP | 60 BWP |
| Vehicle of 3,500 to 7,000 kg | 500 BWP | 1,000 BWP |
| Vehicle over 7,000 kg | 800 BWP | 1,500 BWP |
| Motor boat, per day | 30 BWP | – |
| Motor boat, per year | 3,000 BWP | – |
The dash for foreign boats is neither free entry nor a permit. The visitor fee, the boat fee and the price of a boat trip are three different items. A self-drive visitor from abroad in a private car pays the person fee for each passenger plus 115 BWP for the vehicle, per day. If you hire a car in Kasane, ask the rental company what applies to the registration of that car. See our notes on renting a car and driving to Chobe.
How to pay at Chobe
Bring Botswana pula in cash for the gate, especially at Sedudu. Some offices take cash or card, but there is no guarantee that a card machine works at every gate, so do not rely on it.
A state online booking and payment system for parks is not something to count on in 2026. Plan to pay on the ground unless your tour or lodge handles the fee for you. Online booking through a tour company is a service of that company and does not replace the park fee unless the tour says the fee is included.
Children, gate hours and camping
The details that change the bill and the plan.
Children
Children under 8 are free, and children from 8 pay half on the positions the tariff marks for children. For the private non-resident rate, half works out at 135 BWP. The upper age limit is 17 or 18 depending on the rule applied. If your teenager is 17 or 18, confirm the age at the gate.
Gate hours
From 1 April to 30 September the park is open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. From 1 October to 31 March it is open from 5:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. These are hours for visiting the park. The Sedudu to Ngoma transit road is a separate case and does not allow a night game drive.
Camping at Ihaha, Savuti and Linyanti
The DWNP camping line is not the full price of a privately run campsite. Operators set their own rates and may add charges. Confirm the current price and the booking terms with the campsite operator.
Chobe accommodation →Speed limits
The limit in the park is 40 km/h, and 80 km/h on the marked asphalt transit road. Always follow lower limits shown on signs.
Fee increase announced for 2026
What to check before you go.
An increase in tourism fees was announced in 2026; check the current rate before you go. Until a higher rate is confirmed for Chobe, plan with the rates in the tables above.
Treat 270 BWP as the private non-resident rate for planning, and check the amount again shortly before you travel. Fee levels can move, and a tour operator knows the figure it is charging today. Read the booking page for your tour: it says whether park fees are included.
Plan the rest of your trip
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Chobe park fees: frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to enter Chobe National Park?
A private non-resident visitor pays 270 BWP per person per day, and a non-resident client of a Botswana tour operator pays 190 BWP. A private vehicle registered abroad pays 115 BWP per day. These are the DWNP rates as of 2026.
Are park fees included in a Chobe tour?
It depends on the tour. Many list park fees as an extra. Read the booking page before you pay.
Can I pay by card at the Chobe gates?
Do not rely on it. Bring pula in cash, particularly for Sedudu. Some offices accept cards, but a working card machine at the gate is not guaranteed.
Do children pay the full fee?
Children under 8 are free, and children from 8 pay half on the positions the tariff marks for children. The exact upper age limit is 17 or 18, so confirm it at the gate for older teenagers.
Have Chobe fees gone up in 2026?
An increase was announced in 2026; check the current rate before you go.
Can I pay the Chobe park fee online?
Do not count on it in 2026. Bring pula for the gate unless your tour or lodge handles the fee, and treat an online booking with a tour company as that company's service, not as the park fee.