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Sunset Cruises on the Zambezi River from Victoria Falls
Experience a romantic sunset cruise on the Zambezi River with complimentary bar and snacks. Spot wildlife and enjoy the stunning African sunset.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Zambezi River - There is complimentary transfers to and from this activity within Victoria falls town. Arrive at the jetty site 7km out of town at approximately 4pm. A band of native Ndebele warriors in full costume will greet you with traditional songs and harmonies. Aboard the boat you can then chose either upper or lower deck, and take a seat either port or starboard side. Staff will serve complimentary drinks of your choice throughout the cruise (there is a fully stocked licensed bar). The captain will then provide a welcome address and a full safety brief. He will then explain some detail about the Zambezi river and what to expect on the cruise. At any time during the cruise, if animals, plants or birds of interest are seen - a guide will give full details, and often provide some anecdotal and humorous insights. Complimentary delicious snacks are served. After 2-2.5 hours of cruising head back to the jetty.
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What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Free snacks
- Free drinks (including alcoholic)
What's Not Included
- Government National Park fees $10 payable at check in, half price $5 for children under 12.
Additional Information
A classic sunset cruise on the evocatively romantic Zambezi river. Cruise on the quintessentially African river - famous of David Livingstone and other great explorers. The cruise provides a fully stocked complimentary bar and delicious complimentary snacks. Game is often viewed on the banks of the river: Elephants, Buffalo, Buck, Crocodiles, Giraffe, and always multiple birdlife and Hippos. The show stealer is the romantic African sunset however.
- Recommended that you take a jacket as it does get cool once the sun goes down.
- No Age Restriction – suitable for all members of the family.
- Government National Park fees $10 payable at check in, half price $5 for children under 12.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Mdhirosh
Jul 15, 2024
Great way to spend one evening - It was nice atmosphere and great way to spend afternoon in Vic fall city. Even if I was solo traveler, I could mingle with others so interacting with others is highly recommended (spending 2-3 alone with drink service might not be the best)
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Bulat_b
Dec 20, 2020
Fine - All were fine. Pickup and return on-time. Due to almost suspense of tourism at covid few persons only were on boat. Snack was tasty and many kinds of drinks offered. We viewed all pleasant places with animals on riversides of four countries by program.
To be noted.
If day not sunny and hot the sunset no so bright and romantic and less animals wants drink and comes to riversides. So select cruise after sunny hot day.
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Sreddous
Oct 22, 2019
Fantastic view, good value tour - We were so lucky to pick a night that happened to be a full moon, so we watched the beautiful sunset and also the moonrise. The weather was perfect and we saw some hippos, crocodiles, and giraffes on the riverbank. The staff was funny and friendly and served us all the alcohol and snacks we asked for.
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Justlovetofly
Jun 2, 2020
Beautiful sunset - Was lucky to have good weather that day and hence was able to see a beautiful sunset. Commentary on the cruise was entertaining enough and managed to see some birds as well as some elephants along the river banks. Overall, a nice experience.
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Uichina
Nov 25, 2019
I Like It On Top...3rd floor of Cruise Ship - Hotel booked the $85 cruise from Livingston, Zambia. Open bar with all the drinks you can consume within 3 hours. Appetizers were tasty and almost sufficient... I was escorted to the top deck and sat by myself. Lot's of photos opps of rhinos, alligators and the occasional elephant. Unfortunately my phone was low on battery so didn't capture much... I would recommend booking on one of the smaller/cheaper boats with fewer people... Everyone sees the same sights and sounds... no need for the open bar/appetizer incentive...
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Oaklet
Nov 7, 2019
Fun nightcrusing the river - We got onto our boat and told immediately the upper deck was off limits as there was a private party. We should have been advised prior or put onto another boat. Our money is just as good as those that had the party going.
We cruised the river saw a croc, hippos, giraffe, elephants, birds, and had an amazing sunset. The weather was perfect.
The staff was friendly, helpful and served us all the alcohol and snacks we asked for.
Felt for our captain as a guest wanted him to show her how to do the life vest, not just put it on, but in full details of the hows, whys, glad he had the patience. Only problem was this held our cruise up for around 15 minutes. Not the staffs fault at all.
Overall it was a good night out, people its a cruise, not a 5 star restaurant, for what you pay and get in return I think it was really good value. If we went back, we would do this again. You can never see enough animals free to roam.
Yes this cruise is recommended.
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Cruisers
Feb 26, 2020
Sunset cruise - It was a wonderful cruise. The snacks and drinks adequate and very nice.
The ladies toilet was not working.
The driver that picked us up at the Zim border was extremely helpful and kind. And had some very welcome cold water available after our long walk. What a blessing!
Transport to and from the Avani hotel was a problem especially at night but the Shearwaterdriver helped us find a taxi. It should be included jn your advertisement that you don't do pick ups from the Avani.
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Brunoft4168re
Jan 14, 2020
Ends before the sunset - As with most things in Victoria Falls it feels rushed. There are lots of boats on the river at the same time even tough you might not realise it at first because the setting is peaceful and quiet. My boat ended the cruise before the sun set. Food is just a tiny starter. Overall it’s overpriced.
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Palmerj32
Aug 28, 2019
Sunset cruise - This was a letdown. The sunset was beautiful from the water but the boat just sat in the water most of the time.
We were told you cruise the river and see the wildlife at the rivers edge or maybe hippos in the water.
We did see hippos but were too far from the edge to see anything else. If we had at least cruised we could say we tried but floating in the middle of the river was boring.
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Brad
Jan 29, 2020
Sunset Cruise - The tour operator failed to show up for the hotel pick up, and it was only with the very dogged persistence of the staff at my hotel that they appeared 35 minutes late.
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