Chobe River

The Chobe River, also known as the Linyanti, is a river in southern Africa that originates in central Angola. It flows southeast, forming a border between Angola and Zambia for about 140 miles. The river then reaches the northern boundary of Namibia's Caprivi Strip and spreads into the Linyanti Marshes, which cover approximately 550 square miles and include Lake Liambezi. These marshes drain eastward towards the Zambezi River, with the confluence occurring near the Mambova Rapids. The Chobe's water level rises in May and reaches its peak flood level in June. The river's total length is 457 miles. Chobe National Park in Botswana, established in 1968, borders Namibia and is known for its abundant wildlife, especially elephants.12