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48 hours
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This tour is a rare combination of high-adrenaline adventure and authentic safari experiences across two countries in just two days. It’s the only activity in Livingstone that lets you:
• Raft the mighty Zambezi River, one of the best white-water rafting destinations in the world
• Track endangered white rhinos on foot with a professional ranger in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
• Explore Botswana’s Chobe National Park, renowned for its massive elephant herds and river-based wildlife viewing
• Choose between a comfortable day trip or a true bush experience with overnight camping inside the park
• Enjoy seamless logistics including cross-border transfers, expert guides, meals, and equipment
This unique blend of river, land, and cross-border wildlife adventure makes it ideal for travelers looking to maximize their African safari in a short timeframe.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What to Know Before You Book • Passport Required: This tour includes cross-border travel between Zambia and Botswana. Please ensure your passport is valid and that you have the necessary visas (we recommend a KAZA Univisa if eligible). • Travel Insurance Required for Rafting: All rafting guests must have active travel insurance that covers adventure activities. • Moderate Fitness Required: Participants must be able to walk in and out of Batoka Gorge (with porter support). Not suitable for people with serious mobility issues or heart conditions. • Minimum Age: The rafting activity is only suitable for travelers aged 15 and above. • Rafting Season: White-water rafting is available year-round. However, the low water season (August–January) offers the best rapids and the longest rafting runs. We operate half-day rafting trips throughout the year, even during high water periods when full-day trips may be limited. • Luggage & Packing: Bring sunscreen, swimwear, quick-dry clothing, closed shoes for rafting, and a small daypack. • Border Transfers: Our team will assist with immigration and customs processes at Kazungula Border to ensure a smooth transition between countries.
Optional Media: Photos and videos of your rafting trip are available for purchase after the activity.
When booking or checking out, please make sure to select your preferred option for Day 2: • Chobe Day Trip (returns to Livingstone the same evening) • Chobe 1 Night / 2 Days Camping Safari (includes overnight in Chobe National Park) This helps us prepare the correct logistics, park entries, meals, and accommodation for your experience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Guided game drive in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
Porters to carry rafts and equipment in/out of Batoka Gorge
Park entry fees
Bottled water during activities
Return transfer to Livingstone
All park fees and conservation levies
Half-day white-water rafting with all safety gear
Buffet lunch at a safari lodge in Kasane
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Livingstone
• Light riverside lunch
Bottled water during safari activities
Early morning hotel pickup and border assistance
Day 1: Zambezi Rafting & White Rhino Safari
Day 2: Chobe National Park Safari (Botswana)
Chobe River boat cruise (Day Trip or Camping option)
Professional rafting guides
Camping equipment, bush dinner & breakfast (Camping option)
Afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park
White rhino walking safari with a certified ranger
Chobe River boat cruise (approx. 3 hours)
Visa
Travel insurance (required for rafting)
Accommodation
Breakfast and dinner on both days
Personal expenses
Optional activities
Gratuities for guides and drivers (optional but appreciated)
Select a pickup point
This 2-day adventure offers two flexible options: • Option 1: Day 1 – White-water rafting + rhino safari | Day 2 – Chobe day trip • Option 2: Day 1 – Morning rafting + afternoon rhino safari | Day 2 – Chobe overnight camping Day 1 – Rafting & Rhino Safari (Zambia) Start with hotel pickup and transfer to Batoka Gorge for a safety briefing. Hike down for a thrilling half-day rafting trip through Grade 3–5 rapids. After a riverside lunch, head to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park for a game drive and white rhino walk with a professional ranger. Day 2 – Chobe National Park (Botswana Option 1: Chobe Day Trip • Cross into Botswana early morning • Boat safari on the Chobe River • Buffet lunch at a Kasane lodge • Game drive in Chobe National Park • Return to Livingstone by evening Option 2: Chobe Camping Safari • Early transfer to Chobe for a 1-night camping safari • Includes boat cruise, game drives, dinner, and overnight in the park • Return to Livingstone the next day, When booking or checking out, please make sure to select your preferred option. Chobe Day Trip (returns to Livingstone the same evening •Chobe 1 Night / 2 Days Camping Safari (includes overnight in Chobe National Park
Pickup included
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Vacation03600557416,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was such a great experience. I took Part in the Rafting Safari with my Friends. We Had so much fun, it was well organized. The Team is very professional, there was No Second i was scared. Thanks a lot for this adventure
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