High-Water Zambezi Rafting from Victoria Falls & Livingstone
Southern Zambia, Zambia
Experience high-water white-water rafting on the mighty Zambezi River. Enjoy hotel pickup from Livingstone or Victoria Falls, expert guides, snacks, lunch with free photos and videos.
High-Water Zambezi White-Water Rafting below Victoria Falls
This high-water rafting adventure takes place on the Zambezi River below Victoria Falls, ideal for adventurous travelers seeking powerful rapids during the high-water season.
Highlights
- Experience high-water white-water rafting on the Zambezi below Victoria Falls
- Paddle through powerful rapids and massive wave trains during high-water season
- Raft one of the world’s most iconic and adrenaline-filled rivers
- Descend into the dramatic Batoka Gorge, surrounded by towering basalt cliffs
- Guided by professional, certified river guides and safety crew
Description
During the high-water season, the Zambezi River below Victoria Falls transforms into a fast-flowing river offering big water and continuous waves deep within Batoka Gorge. The trip begins with hotel pickup from Livingstone (Zambia) and Victoria Falls town (Zimbabwe), followed by a transfer to the rafting access point.
After meeting your certified river guide and safety crew, you will receive a full safety briefing and equipment fitting. Launching into Batoka Gorge, you will paddle through high-water rapids under expert guidance. Snacks and drinking water are provided on the raft, with rest breaks taken when safe.
Once the rafting section for the day is completed, you will hike out of the gorge where lunch and drinks are served. The trip concludes with a transfer back to your hotel in the afternoon.
Free photos and videos of the rafting experience are provided to help you relive and share your adventure.
This experience suits travelers seeking a thrilling encounter with the Zambezi River at its most powerful, with seamless cross-border pickup included.
Includes
- High-water Zambezi white-water rafting experience
- Professional, certified river guides and safety crew
- All rafting equipment (raft, paddle, helmet, life jacket)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Livingstone (Zambia) and Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
- Snacks and drinking water on the raft
- Lunch and drinks after hiking out of the gorge
- Free photos and videos
- National Park and river usage fees
Excludes
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Visa fees and border-related costs
- Travel insurance
Important Information
- This experience operates during the high-water season, mid-January to July.
- An average level of fitness is required to manage physical activity including a steep hike into and out of Batoka Gorge.
- Minimum age is 12 years, strictly enforced for safety.
- A valid passport is required, especially for cross-border pickups. Guests are responsible for obtaining the correct visas.
- Wear swimwear, quick-dry clothing, and secure water shoes. Expect to get wet.
- Hotel pickup times are confirmed the evening before the activity and may vary.
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended for adventure activities.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book this high-water rafting trip for the best experience during the mid-January to July season. Bring appropriate clothing, your passport, and secure water shoes to ensure a safe and enjoyable adventure.
