Swim Below the Victoria Falls Sprays Plus Zambezi Rafting
Overview
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5 hours
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Imagine starting your day with a refreshing swim beneath the cascading sprays of Victoria Falls, one of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders in the world. This action-filled day promises unforgettable excitement and memories as you dive into the adventure of a lifetime. As you navigate the Zambezi River, you’ll encounter thrilling highlights like “The Boiling Pot,” “Morning Glory,” and the infamous “Devil’s Toilet Bowl.”
The journey doesn’t stop there. As you paddle through the rapids, you’ll be treated to breath-taking views of the Batoka Canyon, a stunning backdrop that adds to the thrill of the experience. Rafting right under the majestic Victoria Falls, you’ll feel the power and beauty of nature like never before. With approximately 5-6 hours on the river and covering a distance of 12km, your day will be enriched by the captivating and insightful stories of the river shared by our charismatic guides.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
What To Expect
Rafting on the Zambezi River kicks off just below the iconic Victoria Falls bridge, offering a breathtaking panorama of the falls and the Batoka Canyon. The majestic view serves as a refreshing prelude to the thrilling rafting adventure awaiting downstream. As you soak in the invigorating mist, anticipation builds for the exhilarating journey through the gorge that follows. It's a perfect appetizer, heightening the senses for the excitement that lies ahead on the rapids of the Zambezi.
Options
Swim Below the Victoria Falls Sprays Plus Zambezi Rafting
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Transfer to and from your Hotel / place of residence
Soft drinks and mineral water
Photos
Lunch
National park fees
Beverages
Visa
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unforgettable experience
856shyam,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an incredible experience river rafting on the Zambezi River with Maano Adventures. The team was reliable, friendly, and highly professional, making the entire adventure truly unforgettable. The trip was led brilliantly by Inok, whose leadership and expertise stood out, while Soldier and Abraham were efficient, energetic, and great fun throughout the experience. They also arranged a healthy meal after the climb, which was a thoughtful touch and much appreciated. Overall, it was one of the best adventure experiences we’ve had, thanks to such a wonderful and dedicated team.
Mega evening adventure, requires fitness!
Philipp H,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mega experience! It really is an evening adventure that requires good fitness. Hiking down and up the canyon was exhausting, but worth the effort! The crew is mega and when you see how many people are needed, that justifies the price. Pick-up went great, lunch was great. The rafting itself is simply awesome! Paddle requires good strength and the waves are definitely grades 5-6.
Great adventure with excellent guides
I428UDjulians,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked a tour for swimming below Victoria Falls and the rafting downstream. Really amazing scenery! Very competent guides! A lot of safety kayaks around to assist in case we fall off the boat. Also very kind when we had to shorten our full day booking to just half day due to fatigue and stomach issues. They only charged us the half day price. Definitely can recommend. Unforgettable experience
Super cool and safe at all times !
Dream536403,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super cool rafting tour , everything perfect ! Everything is super prepared and everything is safe ! All participants are super well taken care of during the entire tour !
Best rafting experience
Koanix,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So far my best rafting experience. Our guide Enock guided us professionally through all the rapids and made sure that everyone got their money's worth. Another highlight was swimming under the waterfall. We were an average athletic group with a 13-year-old teenager, so the half-day tour was perfect for us. Highly recommended.
Great white water rafting
tora670,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guides and made very easy and fun.we had never done rafting before but they made it very safe and enjoyable. Thank you Alex and Abraham
Great Day Rafting
OnAir48798656947,Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic time, rafting down the Zambezi. The crew were great and looked after my 12 year old, making sure he was safe and having fun. There were 2 canoes in the river for added safety and these also took photos of the day. The walk down and back up were by far the hardest part of the day. Great fun, great day, highly recommended
Half day rafting
akhilc463,Aug 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time during the half day rafting. The team made you feel safe, we're engaging and up for a good laugh. Thanks Maano Adventures!
Equal parts exciting and thrilling
Julianna C,May 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was our first time going whitewater rafting and I am not gonna lie here - I was not prepared for how much of an adrenaline rush this experience would be. But a part of me is glad that I wasn´t because if I did, I probably would not have had the courage to go through with it. If this is your first time too, know that the Zambezi is classified as a IV-V river, meaning the rapids are on the higher end of intensity for commercial rafting. Our raft flipped over crossing an especially vigorous rapid in the beginning, and a few people fell off soon afterwards whilst passing another. Being trapped underneath the raft under the forceful water was especially scary for me, but the team did their best to prep us beforehand and they worked fast to ensure a steady and safe rescue of everyone. After getting through the hurdles, we were put at ease for the rest of the journey. The views of the Gorge were stunning and passing through less threatening rapids felt especially exhilarating. There were even opportunities to take a short swim. Big thanks to our captain, Andrew, and the rest of the crew for their kindness and for keeping us afloat (literally)! Please note that the hike up to the top at the end is quite steep with loose gravel during the hot start of the afternoon. After a long morning of exhaustive rafting, this can be very challenging, even for people in decent shape. Not advisable for anyone prone to heat stroke or with weak knees.
Crazy fun Zambezi River raft day
982elial,Oct 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the craziest experience swimming under the falls as well as the full day rafting! There were many guides, and our guide was Andrew. He was very clear on the paths, safety and plan for the full day rafting trip. At no point did I feel mismanaged. All the guides were very accommodating and even slowed us down to let us watch a man catch a MASSIVE fish. They brought the group a river snack for energy and had water for the clients. Though I wish they had more for themselves as well. We had many periods of being allowed to swim in the river as we had the full day package, it was pretty hot but manageable with SO MANY RAPIDS it was insane. Yes you go for the water activity, but the scenery, kindness, laughter and life long memory you make enhance this into a lifetime highlight. You will not be disappointed by the rapids, the landscape or the crew in charge of your safety. All of it was too notch.
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