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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.
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bottled water
Transfer to and from your Hotel / place of residence
Soft drinks and mineral water
Photos
Lunch
National park fees
Beverages
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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.
Pickup included
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I428UDjulians,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Booked 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
Dream536403,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Super 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 !
Koanix,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
So 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.
tora670,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great 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
OnAir48798656947,
Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fantastic 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


akhilc463,
Aug 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Had 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!
Julianna C,
May 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
It 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.
982elial,
Oct 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
I 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.
Millchenzo,
Oct 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fantastic half days rafting with captain James and his team. Whilst ensuring everyone on board were safe, the team also made the experiance great fun and made sure everyone had the best day. Lunch provided was great and well needed the time we’d made it down the rapids and before the very steep hike out. Photos and videos paid for extra are also well worth it. Hotel pick up was exactly on time and the whole day ran smoothly, can’t wait to come back and book again!
pawelsds1,
Oct 29, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent adventure consisting of stunning views and a professional service. I had my rafting provided by Maano on Thursday, 28th October 2021, organized only for me and the friend of mine (since there was no one else to join our group). Zambezi River is awesome. The team - very competent and friendly. They provided for a very nice service and made us feel safe and very satisfied. The service was almost perfect as for the price, only apart of the "lunch" which was just a snack of sandwiches. Tasty, but not fulfilling what is hidden under the term "lunch". I guess it's only because of savings caused by covid-made slow pace, but I suggest in the description of the event it could be clearly stated. But it doesn't affect my general impression which is more then positive. I recommend this company with full conviction of heart..
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