Category Zambezi Whitewater Rafting

Zimbabwe · ZAMBEZI WHITEWATER RAFTING

Zambezi Whitewater Rafting: The 15 Best Trips

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The gorge below the Falls is graded IV to V and the rapids have names people repeat for years afterwards, Stairway to Heaven and Oblivion among them. Season decides everything: low water from August opens the long run, high water shortens it and hits harder. Half-day and full-day trips are compared here with prices, rapid counts and what the walk out of the gorge involves.

Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls

Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls - Morning logistics in Victoria Falls: pickup, start time, and where it begins

1.Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · from $140Our pick

Class IV and V rapids on a 14-mile Zambezi run from Victoria Falls, with lunch, open bar, and hotel pickup included.

“The whitewater rafting was great. JB and his crew were amazing (special shoutout to Liberty)… very safe, friendly and informative. Also incredibly patient. The climb down the gorge to put in and back up at the end is no joke. It’s a lot of climbing over rocks, steps made of branches and loose gravel. I’m in good shape and I do some hiking, but I found this very challenging, especially in water shoes. But the team was very encouraging and helpful and didn’t rush us, literally holding my hand through portions. The barbecue chicken and beer at the end of the climb were a nice payoff.”

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Half Day Zambezi Whitewater Rafting

Half Day Zambezi Whitewater Rafting - How the day flows: pickup, transfer, and the gorge setup

2.Half Day Zambezi Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · from $140

Half-day Zambezi whitewater rafting in Batoka Gorge from Victoria Falls with hotel pickup, lunch on the river, and class 3 to 5 thrills.

“We had very experienced captains who knew when we could jump overboard and swim some rapids. We didn’t flip and only had 1 member fall out. We were safe and in control at all times.”

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Full Day White Water Rafting Tour

Full Day White Water Rafting Tour - Getting to the River: Pickup Options and the 20-Minute Transfer

4.Full Day White Water Rafting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 8 hours · from $1,000

Private 8-hour Zambezi rafting near Victoria Falls with Class IV-V rapids through Batoka Gorge, plus lunch and photos included.

“Amazing experience huge rapids, was a thrilling experience. The guide was great and prevented us falling out a few times!”

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Whitewater Rafting Adventure on the Zambezi River, Victoria Falls Zimbabwe

Whitewater Rafting Adventure on the Zambezi River, Victoria Falls Zimbabwe - The 7:30 am start and what an 8-hour day really means

5 Days & 4 Nights Whitewater Rafting Victoria Falls

5 Days & 4 Nights Whitewater Rafting Victoria Falls - Day-by-day: how the rafting days actually flow

6.5 Days & 4 Nights Whitewater Rafting Victoria Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $1,805

5-day Zambezi rafting from Victoria Falls: Class IV-VI rapids, wildlife, beach camps and pro guides. Pickup and meals included.

“The guides and company are so professional and absolutely know what they’re doing. The river stretch is just incredible with huge waves and warm water and the guides are able to take you through the biggest waves or skirt around some of them to vary the level of carnage you prefer”

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Whitewater Rafting on the Zambezi River from Victoria Falls

Whitewater Rafting on the Zambezi River from Victoria Falls - Arriving at Boiling Point: Gear, Briefing, and Safety Rhythm

7.Whitewater Rafting on the Zambezi River from Victoria Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $139

Thrill-seeking whitewater rafting on the Zambezi from Victoria Falls, with 19 Level 4 and 5 rapids, lunch, beers, and transfers.

“Absolutely brilliant trip with Gideon and the team. We were well looked after and it is value for money! Be aware that the gorge climb is pretty steep but such an amazing time going through the rapids. Well worth it!”

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Zambezi Whitewater Rafting & Open Bar Sunset Cruise

Zambezi Whitewater Rafting & Open Bar Sunset Cruise - Class IV to V Rapids: What You Should Expect

8.Zambezi Whitewater Rafting & Open Bar Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $210

Raft the Zambezi on Class IV to V rapids, then enjoy a BBQ lunch, open bar, and sunset cruise with hotel pickup in Victoria Falls.

“We had such an amazing time!! The entire day was run like clock work. We had to contact them from our hotel reception as when I booked it our hotel wasn’t available for collection. However changing this wasn’t a problem. The bus arrived on Read more”

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Victoria Falls: Zambezi River White Water Rafting Experience

Victoria Falls: Zambezi River White Water Rafting Experience - Rapids on the Zambezi: Water Seasons and Big-Named Challenges

9.Zambezi River White Water Rafting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 7 hours · from $160

7-hour Zambezi rafting from Victoria Falls with safety briefing, 4 hours whitewater, BBQ lunch, open bar, and Batoka Gorge views.

“I liked everything. Early morning unexpected change flexibly accommodated. Very well organised. Great team of guides, canoe rescuers, equipment carers, cooks, drivers. Gorge was stunning. White water exhilarating, challenging but totally rewarding. Expertly guided through fun safely. Guidance and care was provided for steep walks in & out.”

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From Kasane: Full-Day White Water Rafting

From Kasane: Full-Day White Water Rafting - The Zambezi rapids: Class IV to V with named sections

10.From Kasane: Full-Day White Water Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · 5 - 7 hours · from $140

Raft the Zambezi from Kasane through Batoka Gorge Class IV to V rapids, with Victoria Falls views, lunch, and photos.

“Andrew and the crew were absolutely fantastic. We felt really safe and in good hands through out the day. The safety brief was comprehensive and concise. They were incredibly accommodating to any requests we had. Myself and my Partner had a great time - couldn’t recommend Maano more!”

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3 Days & 2 Nights Whitewater Rafting Victoria Falls

3 Days & 2 Nights Whitewater Rafting Victoria Falls - What the Rapid Classes Mean for You (Class 4, 5, and 6)

11.3 Days & 2 Nights Whitewater Rafting Victoria Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $1,082

3-day, 2-night Zambezi rafting from Victoria Falls with class 4-6 rapids, small-group camps, open bar, and hotel pickup included.

“Such an amazing experience that won't be soon forgotten. We used this company and its rafting team first for a multiday trip whitewater rafting down the Zambezi and couldn't give higher praise for the team. Philani aka MD was our guardian thRead more”

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Whitewater Rafting 2 Full Days & 1 Night

Whitewater Rafting 2 Full Days & 1 Night - The day-before briefing and getting set up in Victoria Falls Village

12.Whitewater Rafting 2 Full Days & 1 Night

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $650

Two-day Zambezi overnight rafting from Victoria Falls with class 4-6 rapids, camp meals, and hotel pickup by Shockwave Adventures.

“This is my first visit to Africa and thank God we took our friends recommendation to plan through Philani @Shockwave Adventure. Everything has been so easy and taken care of thru Philani. Yesterday we went river rafting on the mighty ZamRead more”

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Victoria Falls: Whitewater Rafting Experience

Victoria Falls: Whitewater Rafting Experience - Pickup, Coach, and the Park Day Mix-Up (In a Good Way)

13.Whitewater Rafting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 7 hours · from $161

7-hour Victoria Falls whitewater rafting on rapids 1 to 19, with lunch, cold beer, and expert guides.

“The Rafting was perfect, but the problem is that after you got picked up from hotel it takes almost two hours to get to the boat. And most of the time we were just waiting.”

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Two Days/One Night Rafting Tour

Two Days/One Night Rafting Tour - Day 1 starts at 9:00 am: safety briefing, gorge trek, then rapids

15.Two Days/One Night Rafting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $300

Overnight Zambezi rafting from Victoria Falls with pickup, meals, safety gear, camping, and a village visit, for one set price.

“Me and my gf did a multiple nights camping trip of the Zambezi rapids and the more adventurous lower Zambezi with Maano.”

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