Zambezi River Float

Always wondered what it’s like to float down one of Africa’s most breathtaking rivers while pretending to be David Livingstone? No need to wonder any longer! Welcome to the Zambezi River rafting experience—where the scenery is as amazing as your ability to outdo your pals.

Your adventure will start by being transferred on the banks of Zambezi where you will be briefed on safety measures possibly even though you would rather be taught how to look cool while paddling. However, do not worry at all; once safely seated in those steady rafts that are directed by pros who can traverse this river with their eyes closed, you are going to feel the part of an explorer that has always been within you (although not really when it comes to finding Victoria Falls since Livingstone already beat you there).

While drifting along the shaded tree lined banks of upper Zambezi, there will be ample time for sight-seeing. Teamwork, solidarity and general feeling like "we are in this together" is so thick that if it were possible one could cut it using a paddle. This is basically floating trust but with much better views inside and without falling backwards into another person’s arms.

But what about wildlife? Oh! Wildlife itself. There might just be a hippo staring back at you from across the river (just make sure it keeps its distance – they suck at hugging). Or perhaps see Nile crocodile lying on the bank sunning itself. And birds such as herons, pelicans and majestic African fish eagle become winged partners that give such an impression as if one appeared in his/her own nature documentary film . Lastly don’t expect missing giraffes or elephants standing around on riverbanks looking at people with short necks oblivious of what lies ahead.

However does not forget about Zambezi itself. This is not just any river—this is the biggest river in East Africa, running for a staggering 310 miles as a natural border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. The Victoria Falls, the most well-known part of Zambezi, but it’s not all about those waterfalls. With other falls like Chavuma and Ngonye, and power stations that light up entire countries, this river’s got some serious street cred.

So take your paddle and put on your explorer hat (it can be a real one or even an imaginary one) since we are heading towards another part of relaxation infused with adrenaline rush in equal measure. The thing is you cannot get better than this when it comes to the beauty of Zambezi by rafting along the river like you own it –or at least like you are borrowing someone else’s for that day.

More about the Zambezi River

The Zambezi River is among Africa's four longest rivers, the largest river of East Africa and it is also the largest in Africa that discharges its water into the Indian Ocean.

It stretches for around 310 miles as the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, cascading over the Victoria Falls and winding through a narrow, increasingly deep Batoka Gorge, a great playground for white-water rafting enthusiasts.

Victoria Falls is perhaps the most famous feature of the Zambezi but there’s so much more to see. Other well known falls include Chavuma at Zambia-Angola border crossing point and Ngonye near Sioma in Western Zambia. The main hydroelectric power stations on this river are Kariba Dam (providing electricity to both Zambia and Zimbabwe) and Cahora Bassa Dam in Mozambique which delivers energy to Mozambique and South Africa. There is also a smaller one at Victoria Falls.

Hippo, Nile crocodile as well as monitor lizards are commonly found along most of the quiet sections of the river. The bird species such as heron, pelican, egret and African fish eagle are abundant here Species like buffalo zebra giraffe elephants are found in great numbers supported by riverine woodlands.

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