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Zambezi River: Full Day Whitewater Rafting Experience

4.8 / 5

16 reviews

Activity provider: Maano Adventures
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    Zambezi River: Full Day Whitewater Rafting Experience

    Activity provider: Maano Adventures

    4.8

    16 reviews

    From US$ 120 per person

    Raft down one of the finest rivers for whitewater rafting, the Mighty Zambezi River. Experience a throng of grade 3-5 rapids as you paddle down 23 kilometers of this awesome river during a memorable day trip.

    About this activity

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    Covid-19 precautions
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    Duration 7 - 8 hours
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    Live tour guide
    English
    Pickup optional
    Your hotel or lodge in Livingstone, Victoria Falls or Kasane
    Private or small groups available

    Experience

    Highlights
    • See the Victoria Falls from the bottom on a rafting adventure
    • Enjoy the pure whitewater splashes from the classic grade 5 rapids
    • Experience the adrenaline of rafting down a 23 km whitewater river
    • Gaze at the magnificent scenry of the Batoka Gorge
    Full description
    After being picked up from your hotel or lodge in an air-conditioned vehicle, drive for about 30 minutes to the Victoria Falls entrance where the tour will start. Receive a comprehensive safety talk given by your guide before you hike down to the Zambezi River. The hike will last about 10-15 minutes depending on your fitness level. Find your raft in the river, prepared by the raft crew. Then start practicing the techniques with the assistance of your guide. Tackle the first rapid of your day called the Boiling Pot. Paddle for the first 10 rapids, covering a throng of class 5 rapids that include the Stairway to Heaven, Gulliver's Travels, and Washing Machine. When you reach rapid number 10, stop for a snack break and a short rest. Tackle the remaining section of the river with rapids like Terminator, Mother All, and Oblivion. A the end of the adrenaline-filled trip, hike back through the Batoka Gorge. When you reach the top, find a delicious lunch with refreshments waiting for you. Drive back to Livingstone, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation. Receive videos and photos of your trip the next day online. 
    Includes
    • Transfers to and from your accommodation
    • Lunch
    • Soft drinks
    • Mineral water
    • Photos
    • Visa (if applicable)
    Not suitable for
    • Pregnant women
    • People with mobility impairments
    • People with heart problems
    • Wheelchair users

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    What to bring

    • Comfortable shoes
    • Sunglasses
    • Sun hat
    • Sunscreen
    • Comfortable clothes
    • Visa, if required

    Not allowed

    • Pets

    Know before you go

    • Visas are not included in the cost of this tour, make sure you understand the necessary requirements before booking
    • Please bring your personal medication in you have any ailments
    • Not suitable for pregnant mothers or travelers with serious heart problems
    • There are no age restrictions as long as you fit safely into a life jacket
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.8 /5

    based on 16 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
      5/5
    • Transportation
      4.6/5
    • Service
      5/5
    • Organization
      5/5

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    A totally amazing day! The staff was extremely professional and competent, and insured that all of us were totally safe. The rapids were fun and the beauty of the gorge impossible to describe. The water was refreshing and we were able to do some swimming in between the rapids. Lunch was delicious. Good walking shoes are needed to hike down and back up the gorge. For fair skinned people, it is best to wear long sleeves as there is little time to reapply sunscreen. I will be back to do it again!

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    April 2, 2023

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    The best adventure activity at the Zambezi river! Enock and the team made sure we had a fabulous day with facts about the river and playing games in between the excitement of the rapids. We finished off the best day with a delicious lunch cooked by Mike. If you are looking for a thrilling and unforgettable experience then this is the activity for you.

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    April 2, 2023

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    I had a great time with Enoch and his team on our my full day trip on the Zambezi river. I have never tried white water rafting before, and the guys took safety and security seriously as we started with a safety briefing and got us all geared up properly. The team was friendly and funny, took us through the 25 thrilling rapids and gave us a good lunch afterwards. Tip: bring a set of dry clothes the guys can keep for you, make sure to eat a good breakfast and wear/bring sunscreen. The full day is full on, and I would say you need some fitness level to enjoy it completely. If unsure, join for the half day trip first. I booked this trip because the guys involved are from the local community, so you should do the same! You will not regret it. Lots of action :)

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    April 2, 2023

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