Whitewater Rafting on the Zambezi River from Victoria Falls

4.4 (19 reviews) Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
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Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 100 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

White-water rafting on the mighty Zambezi river in Zimbabwe: the heart of Africa. This is rafting at its very best, with the original pioneer if this activity: over 19 rapids, most of which are grade 4 or 5, covering a 23km distance. This is the ultimate African adventure activity and easily the most value for money and memorable experience you could wish for. Starting right at the boiling pot, immediately underneath the magnificent Victoria Falls, enjoy an adrenaline pumping ride through the stunning and primeval Batoka Gorge. This is the greatest one day white water rafting experience in the world!!  Water levels (not fixed dates), will determine whether you do low or High water rafting, and levels depending - rafting may close April-May.

What's included

  • Buffet lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Round-trip shared transfer
  • International White Water Rafting National Park Fees

What to expect

  1. Zambezi River
    7h
    The high water run operates as Zambezi river rises following the early rains and subsides as the dry season commences. The journey begins 10km downstream of the Victoria Falls starting at the Overland Truck-eater (Rapid 11) through to The End (Rapid 24) and includes the Mother (Rapid 13) at its brooding best. The Zambezi river Journey is about 15km.

    Our experienced guides will steer you on an unforgettable ride through the formidable rapids of the mighty Zambezi.
    This is the greatest one day white water rafting experience in the world!!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to the Shearwater Main Booking Office in town and speak to the front desk.

End point

Go to the Shearwater Main Booking Office in town and speak to the front desk.

Pickup details

Pickup is from your accommodation in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe approximately 30-minutes prior.

Please be advised that the booked activity is done in Zimbabwe and ONLY includes transfer pickup from Hotels and Lodges around Victoria Falls town.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Lunch, cold beers and soft drinks are served at the end of the trip at the top of the gorge.
  • Rafting is done in 8-man inflatable rafts captained by an experienced qualified river guide. All guides are First Aid qualified. You are going to get wet so please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
  • Cost of trip excludes National Park fees of USD 10 per person to be paid locally.
  • Videos and photos are taken of all rafting trips and are made available for viewing and purchase.
  • The minimum age is 15 years but persons under the age of 18 years need to have signed authorisation from a parent or guardian.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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