Livingstone Rafting Adventure Victoria Falls

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When the Zambezi rises, the adventure goes to another level. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Not just rafting, this is battling the Mighty Zambezi in high water season. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

High-Water Zambezi Expertise: We specialize in high-water rafting (mid-January to July), when the Zambezi is at its most powerful and exciting, delivering true big-water rafting below Victoria Falls.
Professional & Experienced Crew: Trips are led by certified river guides and safety kayakers with extensive experience on the Zambezi, ensuring safety and confidence in challenging conditions.
World-Class Location: Raft one of the top-rated white-water rivers in the world, deep in the dramatic Batoka Gorge, directly below Victoria Falls.
Safety-First Operations: Comprehensive safety briefings, high-quality equipment, and daily route selection based on river conditions keep safety the top priority.
Complete Experience: From hotel pick-up to snacks and water on the raft, followed by lunch and drinks after hiking out of the gorge, everything is well organized and seamless.
Flexible Cross-Border Pick-Ups: Convenient pick-up from both Livingstone and Victoria Falls town

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: HSM Adventures Tours and Safaris

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: • All local transfers related to the activity
Included: • Lunch and drinks served after hiking out of the gorge
Included: • Snacks and drinking water carried on the raft
Included: • Professional, certified river guides and safety kayakers
Included: • Safety briefing and river instruction
Included: • All rafting equipment (raft, paddle, helmet, life jacket)
Included: • Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Livingstone (Zambia) or Victoria Falls town (Zimbabwe)
Included: • High-Water Zambezi White-Water Rafting experience (mid-January to July)
Included: • Photos and videos taken during the rafting trip

Not included

Not included: • Gratuities for guides and crew (optional)
Not included: • Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional drinks, etc.)
Not included: • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Not included: • Visa fees and any border-related costs (if applicable)

Itinerary

Enjoy a full-day High-Water Zambezi White-Water Rafting adventure on the legendary river below Victoria Falls. You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Livingstone (Zambia) or Victoria Falls town (Zimbabwe) and transferred to the rafting access point. After a full safety briefing and gear fitting with professional river guides, descend into the Batoka Gorge and paddle through powerful high-water rapids, massive wave trains, and fast-flowing sections of the Zambezi River. Snacks and drinking water are carried on the raft, with breaks taken when safe. After hiking out of the gorge, a well-earned lunch and drinks are served, before you are transferred back to your hotel in the afternoon.

Stop 1
Batoka Gorge
Victoria Falls

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Ngoma Zanga Lodge
Ravine Lodge
Nguni Lodge
Olga's - The Italian Corner
Ursula's Homestead
Cafe Zambezi House of Africa
Nzubo Experience
Tasha Lodge and Tours
Decha Guest Lodge
Avani Victoria Falls Resort
Crescent Lodge
Richland Lodges Zambia

and 65 more pickup points

Hotel pickup is available from Livingstone (Zambia) and Victoria Falls town (Zimbabwe). Pickup times vary and will be confirmed the day before the activity.

Please be ready at your hotel reception 10–15 minutes prior to pickup. A valid passport is required, and travelers are responsible for obtaining the correct visa. Drop-off is at the original pickup location unless otherwise arranged.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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
- High-water season: Operates during high-water season (mid-January to July), when the Zambezi River is powerful and fast-flowing.
- Fitness level: Average fitness level required. Participants should be comfortable with physical activity, including a steep hike into and out of the Batoka Gorge.
- Minimum age: 12 years old (strictly enforced for safety reasons).
- Safety first: Routes, rapids, and the itinerary may change on the day depending on river conditions and safety assessments.
- Weather & river conditions: Water levels and weather can change quickly; trips may be modified, delayed, or canceled for safety reasons.
- Passport & visa: A valid passport is required, especially for cross-border pick-ups. Travelers are responsible for holding the correct visa.
- What to wear: Wear swimwear, quick-dry clothing, and secure water shoes. Expect to get wet.
- Personal items: Leave valuables at your hotel or bring them at your own risk.
- Travel insurance: Travel insurance is strongly recommended for adventure activities.
- Pickup times: Final pick-up times are confirmed the evening before the activity.