Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls
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Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls
By Shockwave Adventures
About
Rafting Victoria Falls lets you connect more with the Zambezi River than any other touring option. Class IV and V rapids and a 650-foot-deep (198-meter) gorge make for a thrilling ride, while your guide ensures your safety throughout—regardless of your experience level. An included lunch with an open bar and round-trip hotel transfer round out the tour.
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$150.00
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Ages 13-80, max of 20 per group
Duration: 7h
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Highlights
- Guided white-water rafting trip provides adventure while ensuring safety
- Power down the Zambezi River and experience Zimbabwe’s wilderness
- No need to rent equipment—-rafts, life jackets, and windbreakers included
- Barbecue lunch and open bar included
- All rafting gear (helmet, life jacket, and paddle)
- Local guide
- Light refreshments during rafting
- Lunch
- Unlimited drinks (open bar)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What's not included- National Park entrance fee ($10 per person)
- Photos and Videos (available upon confirmation before the trip)
- Your tour begins with an early morning pickup from your Victoria Falls lodging. Enjoy a light breakfast before climbing into a Jeep for a drive to the Zambezi River. Upon arrival, put on your gear and practice key safety maneuvers before hiking a steep trail to the put-in. Your group’s abilities and preferences determine the type of raft you take out to ensure a safe and fun trip, from a guide-controlled oar raft to a passenger-controlled paddle raft. Work together with your group to paddle hard and navigate Class IV to V rapids over the course of your selected half-day or full-day trip. Conclude your Zambezi white-water rafting tour with a barbecue lunch and open bar, followed by hotel drop-off.
- Departure details
- Traveler pickup is offered.
- We do pick from any hotel reception in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
- Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North Province
- Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 35235P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No age restriction as long the child can swim, weighs at least 50 lbs (23 kg), fits in a Class 5 youth life jacket, and has a parent's permission; if weight is less than 50 lbs, he or she can only do Level 3 rapids and must skip the Level 5 rapids (this will also depend on the guide's decision on which rapids or sections your child can do)
- Please make sure to wear a T-shirt, shorts, and proper shoes for rafting and hiking up and down the canyon
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls?
- Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls price starts from $150.00. Discover and book Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls on Tripadvisor
- What is the Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls cancellation policy?
- Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls?
- Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls is hosted by Shockwave Adventures. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Shockwave Adventures on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 35235P1
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- Discover0945603546800Tabs , Tambo & Silent - absolutely the bestAbsolutely brilliant- Shockwave provides the most amazing experience. Tabs(Guide), Tambo (Video) & Silent (Safety) were amazing ,the best team ever. They made the experience a total highlight of our African holiday. They were hands on every step of the way, this is a must when visiting the falls. Totally recommend these guys noted above - we will be back & only head down the mighty Zambezi with them. Special mention to Tambo for the pictures & video we love the video you created ❤️. Thankyou for all your help Tambo I could not have done this without you 😘
- jacquelinedG2715ER00White Water raftingFantastic well structured, organised and run from the friendly welcome pick up from our hotel to the Rafting, to the lunch and everything in between. Surpassed our expectations and my wife & I can not thank Tab's and the rest of the team enough. Amazing Rafting experience, beautiful scenery, beautiful guys! Thanks again from us Aussies!
- Netherlands00100Exiting life time experienceAfter 25 years coming back to Victoria Falls I wanted to share the rafting experience with my wife and children. The Shockwave Team gave us an unbelievable day with white water rafting, helicopter tour, swing and visiting the falls. The following day we visited the edge of the falls. Laying in the water looking over the edge down is like rafting a must do. The shockwave team is very experience , has great positive energy and makes you day a life time experience!
- Galant99600Out of this world!Shockwave was SO amazing. They are the most qualified and experienced Zambezi guides in my opinion. Went with a group of 15 friends who were guides, former guides and or experienced Whitewater rafters/kyakers. We were all impressed with their guiding skills. We will be friends for life with them! They took great care of us on and off the water! We also did three day two night safari in Hwange National Park with them. It was absolutely amazing! Can't wait to go back and do it again with my new friends.
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- JulianL2300Rafting the ZambeziWe had a brilliant day with shockwaves. They picked us up from our hotel and all our bags which was a great help as we had checked out of the hotel. The guys were very friendly and helpful. All the safety gear is provided. It’s a steep walk down to the bottom of the gorge but any help needed was given. The rafting itself was so much fun and they had a safety and photographer kayak with us. Each rapid was explained before we entered, one we went through in the water. Kids ages 15 &13 loved it. It’s a steep climb out but manageable and they give you water. At the top we had a well earned lunch (chicken, rice, vegetable stew - delicious!). They then dropped us back at our next hotel. We had a brilliant day and I’d definitely do again.
- MarkB47500Amazing and exhilarating trip with lots of funWe could only do the lower rapids as the water was too high. This said it was an amazing ride down over 13 sections of rapids with lots of excitement and fun. The guides were friendly and always cracking jokes which added to the day. Great food and lots of drinks included. Steep climb out of the gorge was hard work though.
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Cierra S
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Friends
Wow Wow Wow!! I have been in Africa for 4 months traveling and this rafting is my highlight!! It was like being transported to another galaxy, feeling like I was in the Avatar movie. Mother Nature is so beautiful, you keep getting blessed with new views while enjoying the rapids!! Number 7 was wildy fun. Plus we had the raft to ourselves my two friends& I plus on top of that we had the river all to ourselves. Truly a dream come true that I never knew I had!! If you come to Victoria Falls& don’t come rafting you are missing out on the BEST adventure! Trust you’ll be speechless from the beauty that awaits you! It rained halfway making it that much more magical, revealing 100s of waterfalls! I highly recommend Shockwave because all so friendly& more than happy to cater to vegans, the buffet style lunch was yum! We got basically a curry. Terrance our guide was phenomenal!! Always smiling& keeping everything fun. Make sure to ask for him!
Thank you Shockwave for provided an experience I will never forget& forever cherish!!! Today was more than I could ever imagine!!
Thank you Shockwave for provided an experience I will never forget& forever cherish!!! Today was more than I could ever imagine!!
Written December 16, 2022
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Philani M
Thank you for the wonderful review and recommending us to the other travelers.We are glad you had a wonderful time in Africa and that you had the best adventure with us.
We are looking forward to seeing you again in the near future!
All the best!
Written December 16, 2022
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Lenoir_s
Singapore, Singapore2 contributions
My family of 4 with kids aged 13 and 11 years had a blast. My daughter, 11 years is pin sized for her age so on some more difficult stretches down the gorge, the guide piggybacked her down. Philani and his crew made sure we were safe all the time. The climb down and out of the gorge were mini adventures on their own. Zambezi river rafting is rafting at its best even for novices.
Written June 21, 2022
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Philani M
Thank you for the wonderful review and for choosing us to host your family. We are glad that you had a wonderful time with us.
All the best in 2022!
Written July 9, 2022
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JeLon91
1 contribution
Oct 2021
Our white water rafting experience was excellent. Our guide, MD, was phenomenal. We felt we were in safe hands with him as our guide. The crew who paddled along side us to make sure we were safe in case we fell out were interactive and attentive. We could not have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend Shockwave to anyone wishing for a fun day of rafting with a locally owned company.
Written October 28, 2021
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Philani M
Thanks for taking your time sharing your river experience with MD, I really enjoyed taking you down on the Zambezi river. I you come for 3 days rafting you are more than welcome to request for MD again 😂😂😂. All the best friend
Written October 30, 2021
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Trip199177
Houston, TX4 contributions
Aug 2021 • Friends
Just returned to the USA and experienced one of the most exhilarating experiences of my life. Shockwave were simply outstanding from the moment they picked me up and dropped me off back at my hotel. The staff were first class and made the entire experience absolutely amazing! This is one exciting rafting trip on one of the best whitewater rivers on the Planet. Safety was a big priority and everyone had the time of their lives. You need to be in good shape for this as the climb back to the top of the ridge after the last rapid is more than just an average hike. Lunch is served and drinks afterwards overlooking the Zambezi River! I could not recommend a better experience whilst in Victoria Falls!!
Written August 22, 2021
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Philani M
Thank you speaking so highly on us and we are so glad you are happy with the service we gave you. At Shockwave safety is always our priority . the climb back is always strenuous but all our travelers have enjoyed this part of the experience.
We hope to meet you again as we raft this wonderful river but this time on an elongated 5 days trip.
Thank you for supporting us.
Written August 23, 2021
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emmacd
Melbourne, Australia10 contributions
Jul 2022
The rafting experience was very well managed, the company were easy to communicate with and very accommodating. The rafting itself was fun, but the captain had far too much control over the raft, making it far less exhilarating than it should have been. If you want a safe outing with the kids, rest assured they won’t come to any harm! Food at the end simple but delicious after a steep upward climb.
Written August 16, 2022
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Philani M
Thank you Emma for taking your time to share your experience with others.
We are glad you a good time on the river with us.
Thank you again for choosing us to host you.
Written August 23, 2022
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AK
5 contributions
We did this with our kids ages 15 & 11. What an amazing experience. The kids managed very well but I must warn that the hike up and down the gorge can be quite strenuous.
The guides were professional, support in the water is great (you will most probably fall) and understand the river extremely well. They made you feel safe and are very helpful.
Would definitely recommend this to anyone that wants an experience that will last a lifetime.
The guides were professional, support in the water is great (you will most probably fall) and understand the river extremely well. They made you feel safe and are very helpful.
Would definitely recommend this to anyone that wants an experience that will last a lifetime.
Written March 21, 2023
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Philani M
Thank you for the wonderful review, our guides are well trained and professionals with experience with family trips. We are hoping to see you again in the near future!
All the best !
Written April 4, 2023
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HJS
Brighton, UK29 contributions
We booked a package deal with Shockwaves and all three activities (rafting, sunset cruise, Chobe full day safari) were exceptional. The main reason why we chose Shockwaves is because of the white water rafting. The team were fantastic, kept us safe at all times whilst ensuring we had the best time. I would highly recommend them for all your activities while in Victoria Falls. The communication with the office staff (Belo) via WhatsApp was great and kept us in constant communications during our whole stay.
Highly recommended for all activities in Vic Falls!
Highly recommended for all activities in Vic Falls!
Written August 8, 2023
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Philani M
Thank you Harry S for the wonderful review, we are glad you had a wonderful time with us on the river and the other activities we organised for you.
We are hoping to see you again in the near future!
All the best in 2023!
Written August 9, 2023
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Robert R
1 contribution
Oct 2021 • Friends
I’ve been on 5 different rafting trips and this one was by far the best. The captain and crew were great. They were very personable and made sure we were safe while maximizing the amount of fun we had on the rapids. The highlight video/pics exceeded expectations as well.
Written October 28, 2021
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Philani M
Thank you for the review, as the owner plus guide I will continue to work hard with my team on giving our clients the best service and very safe trips on the Zambezi river. Please remember we have 3 to 5 days trips think about
Written October 29, 2021
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Alyssa H
11 contributions
My friend and I rafted one day during high season. The rapids were smaller compared to low season. This was good for our boat as the four other people on our raft had never rafted before. The Shockwave team was fantastic. They helped all of us down the trail to the river and the BBQ chicken lunch was delicious. Would highly recommend rafting the Zambezi with Shockwave!
Written June 22, 2023
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Philani M
Thank you for the wonderful review and for sharing your experience with other travelers.
Looking forward to hosting you again in the near future!
Written June 25, 2023
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Bart v
1 contribution
Apr 2023
Yesterday we went wildwater rafting with Shockwave, and what an amazing time we had. With Tambu as cameraman, JB as lifeguard, and Clement and Terry as your captains you will have a wonderful experience of rafting in the canyon between Zimbabwe and Zambia. They were funny, friendly and you notice they love the job they do. The explanations were clear, the ride was nice and full of information and after the ride they will also provide you with a nice lunch. I would recommend everyone to go with Shockwave when you want to go wildwater rafting in Victoria Falls.
Written April 28, 2023
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Philani M
Thank you for taking your time to review us and share your experience with other travelers. We are glad you had a wonderful time on the river with us and for your recommendation.
All the best in 2023!
Written April 30, 2023
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Candy N
Harare, Zimbabwe4 contributions
What are your form of payments accepted?
Thank you
How does the full stretch tour work for meals?
Suzanne K
Wallingford, United Kingdom10 contributions
We ate at the end, after the big climb up the gorge, 780 'stairs'. We had biscuits on the river supplied by the company.
KSMH6306
New Jersey2 contributions
Is white water rafting in the river a full day event or can I do Devils Pool and Zip lining/ Bunge Jumping the same day as well
Meander696889
31 contributions
We did the Livingstone Island / Devil's Pool (was actually Angel's Pool in mid August) from 9:00-10:30 (it's on the Zambia side), then hustled through immigration to the Zimbabwe side (includes crossing the bridge) for lunch, then made it to our hotel (The Kingdom) for our 12:30 pickup for our half day rafting trip (got back to the hotel at 6:30). It was doable, but tight. If your hotel is on the Zambia side and the rafting is on the Zambia side, maybe you could add a 3rd event...but I think it might still be very tight.
rozianabilah
Singapore, Singapore6 contributions
Hi, what would you like to know about this attraction?
Is the river rafting too dangerous for those non swimmers and for adults age 50 to 60 years old
Meander696889
31 contributions
Choose the safest of the 3 raft options and you'll be fine on the river. The hike to and from the river (700 ft down, 750 ft up) is far more dangerous and physically challenging than the rafting. Wear sneakers that you are willing to get wet.
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