Zambezi River Class 5- Whitewater Rafting- Full Day with Lunch
Description
River Runner Adventures is Zambian owned and operated. Our rafting trips run the Zambezi rapids just below Victoria Falls. Our team provides a river trip with local knowledge and history of the Zambezi. There are cultural encounters included as we pass through local villages to access the river. We like to provide the best experience on the river and will customize the trip to the traveller's wishes as best we can. This may include (as the season permits), adding fishing, viewing the Falls from below, photography opportunities, etc.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up will be from any accommodation within Livingstone town. Arrangements can be made if staying at a lodge out of town and a meet up location will be decided near town centre if needed.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as food allergies, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
- Important Note: We only serve alcoholic beverages for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travellers under 21 years old will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
Reviews(36)
Had a great time rafting. Only company running trips at that level. 1 raft and two safety kayakers. I knew exactly what to expect. Raft guide was knowledgeable and put us exactly where we needed to be in the river. At that level... swimming would not be safe. As a paddler... I was very impressed with the entire experience and professionalism. Hike in and out was amazing. Hiking out I was a bit afraid of heights... and the guys stayed with me encouraging me to keep going. There was beer and tacos at the end... and a really cool viewing spot. I highly suggest for both rafting and kayaking.
Dear Julie Thank you so much for taking the time to share such an incredible review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic rafting experience and appreciated the professionalism of our team. Safety is always our top priority, especially at higher water levels, so we're glad you felt confident with your guide and safety kayakers throughout the trip. It's wonderful to know that our crew's encouragement during the hike out made a difference, and that you enjoyed celebrating the adventure with tacos, a cold beer, and the scenic viewpoint afterwards. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, especially coming from an experienced paddler. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to Victoria Falls for another unforgettable rafting or kayaking adventure in the future!
Excellent rafting trip with Jonathan s team the only agency run by a Zambian who lives between Zambia and Canada I recommend. Team on pro who puts confidence super material and incredible memories of downhill type II III and even IV! The photos are top too
Merci beaucoup pour votre excellent avis ! Nous sommes ravis d'apprendre que vous avez vécu une expérience de rafting inoubliable avec l'équipe de Jonathan. Votre confiance en notre équipe, votre appréciation de notre professionnalisme et de la qualité de notre équipement nous font énormément plaisir. Nous sommes également heureux que vous ayez apprécié les rapides de classe II, III et IV ainsi que les photos souvenirs de votre aventure. Merci pour votre recommandation, elle compte beaucoup pour nous. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau à Victoria Falls pour une nouvelle aventure exceptionnelle !
A great ride with fantastic guides! The guys are very experienced and the camping is fun and in a beautiful place. The food is lovely and they hire people from the villages.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your adventure with us. It's great to know our experienced guides, beautiful campsite, and delicious meals all contributed to a memorable experience. We're especially grateful that you noticed our commitment to employing people from the local villages. Supporting our community is something we truly value, and your recognition means a lot to us. Thank you for choosing River Runner Adventures. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable outdoor adventure!
I had the best trip with Jonathan and River Runner Adventures. I signed up last minute the evening before and was surprised with how lovely the trip was. We were picked up and had lunch by the river. While at lunch, I asked if the cooler had any diet sodas and unfortunately there weren’t any. However, when I was picked up from the river, I had two beers and a diet soda ready for me. They were attentive and gave me the best experience, I highly recommend this company and the experience.
Dear Hannah Thank you so much for sharing your amazing experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that your last-minute booking turned into such a memorable adventure with Jonathan and the River Runner Adventures team. We’re especially happy that our attention to detail and personal service made a difference. Little touches, like making sure you had your preferred drink waiting for you after the river experience, are all part of our commitment to making every guest feel valued and well cared for. Thank you for your high recommendation and for choosing River Runner Adventures. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back for another incredible adventure soon!
Just had the most incredible experience with River Runner Adventures! 🙌🏾 Their team is absolutely amazing — so professional, attentive, and caring. From start to finish, we felt completely safe and looked after, which made the whole adventure even more enjoyable. We did swimming under the falls and white-water rafting, and wow — what an unforgettable day! 💦🚣🏾♀️ The activities seem intense when you see them in pictures, but with their guidance and support it was actually so fun and surprisingly easy to enjoy every moment. They really know how to make guests feel confident and comfortable on the water. If you’re looking for an exciting, safe, and well-organized adventure in the water, River Runner Adventures is the team to go with. They take care of you so well and deliver an experience you’ll remember forever. Highly recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you so much for your incredible review! 🙌🏾 We are truly grateful that you chose River Runner Adventures and that you shared your experience with us. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the Swimming Under the Falls and white-water rafting experiences. We know these adventures can look intimidating at first, but our goal is always to provide expert guidance, prioritize safety, and help our guests feel confident while enjoying every exciting moment on the river. It means a lot to hear that our team’s professionalism, care, and attention made you feel comfortable and well looked after from start to finish. Creating unforgettable memories while exploring the beauty and power of the Zambezi River is exactly what we strive for. Thank you for your wonderful recommendation and for being part of the River Runner Adventures family. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another incredible adventure! 💦🚣🏾♀️
A fantastic experience on the Zambezi river, wouldn't have done it with anyone else. Watching another group flip twice, while we stayed afloat the whole way through. Rough waters but with an excellent guide it seemed smooth sailing. Thanks Jonathan and the team for an amazing experience I will not forget too soon.
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an unforgettable experience on the Zambezi River with Jonathan and the River Runner Adventures team. The Zambezi is a powerful and exciting river, and we’re proud that our experienced guides were able to provide the confidence, knowledge, and safety needed to make your adventure both thrilling and enjoyable. Every trip is different, and having a skilled guide who understands the river makes all the difference. We truly appreciate your kind words and your trust in us to be part of such a memorable experience. Thank you for choosing River Runner Adventures, and we hope to welcome you back for another incredible Zambezi adventure in the future!
An unforgettable experience on the Zambezi! 🌊🔥 I’ve had the chance to go rafting in several places around the world, but nothing compares to River Adventure on the Zambezi. It is simply one of the greatest and most beautiful experiences of my life. Our guide, Alex, is a true river god — a modern Poseidon. It inspires total confidence: it protects, it guides, it anticipates. He knows the river as if it were in his blood. His energy, his stories, his way of managing each rapid, each team, each emotion... it is pure art. You feel that he loves what he does deeply, and that changes everything. The rapids of Zambezi are among the Top 3 in the world, and we understand why! Strong sensations, magnificent landscapes, adrenaline, laughter and suspended moments: everything is there. But beyond the descent, it is a human adventure that marks forever. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to Alex, for his kindness, generosity, and all his team — Jeremy, Jonathan, and everyone else. You guys are amazing. 👉 If you hesitate: do not hesitate for a second. This is an experience you will never forget.
Here's a heartfelt reply from **River Runner Adventures**: Merci infiniment pour ce magnifique témoignage ! 🌊🔥 Nous sommes profondément touchés par vos mots et ravis de savoir que votre aventure sur le Zambèze avec River Runner Adventures restera parmi les expériences les plus marquantes de votre vie. Alex sera particulièrement heureux de lire vos compliments. Son amour pour la rivière, son expertise et sa passion pour le partage de cette aventure avec nos invités sont exactement ce qui fait la différence sur le Zambèze. Nous sommes également très fiers de toute notre équipe — Jérémia, Jonathan et tous nos guides — qui travaillent chaque jour pour offrir une expérience à la fois sûre, authentique et inoubliable. Le Zambèze est une rivière extraordinaire, avec des rapides puissants et des paysages spectaculaires, mais ce sont aussi les rencontres humaines et les souvenirs créés ensemble qui rendent chaque descente unique. Merci d’avoir choisi River Runner Adventures et d’avoir partagé votre aventure avec autant de passion. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour une nouvelle dose d’adrénaline, de rires et de moments inoubliables sur le Zambèze ! 🌊🚣♂️
Crew is so nice and supportive and suuuuper profesional. Food, snucks aaand of course crazy rapids on the might Zambezi river make it something I will remember for whole life. It can’t be explained how integrating for me and my friends this experience was. One of the best adventures I ever had. Do I need to mention that sights from the bottom of river are breath taking?
Thank you so much for your incredible review! 🌊🔥 We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your Zambezi River adventure with River Runner Adventures was one of the best experiences you’ve ever had. It means a lot to know that our crew’s professionalism, support, and friendly approach helped make your day so special. We’re glad you enjoyed the food, snacks, the excitement of the mighty Zambezi rapids, and the breathtaking views from deep within the gorge. The river truly offers a unique perspective of Victoria Falls, and sharing that experience with our guests is something we are passionate about. Thank you for choosing River Runner Adventures and for sharing such wonderful memories with us. We hope to see you and your friends back on the Zambezi again for another unforgettable adventure! 🚣♂️
Highly competent crew, whose knowledge and experience gave us complete confidence in our safety (it was my first white water rafting experience) and an exhilarating ride!! The team were so lovely, and hilarious. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌊🚣♂️ We’re delighted to hear that your first white-water rafting experience with River Runner Adventures was such an exciting and memorable one. We understand that trying rafting for the first time can feel a little daunting, which is why our experienced guides focus on safety, clear instructions, and making sure every guest feels confident and comfortable on the river. We’re so happy that our team’s knowledge, professionalism, and sense of humor helped make your adventure even more enjoyable. Creating a fun, safe, and unforgettable experience on the mighty Zambezi is what we love doing. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing River Runner Adventures. We hope to welcome you back for another incredible river adventure soon! 🌊🔥
Superb rafting descent with a very pro captain and very nice .. kayak team with us in case .. it is very eventful but very secure I highly recommend but rather to the good swimmer
Merci beaucoup pour votre magnifique retour ! 🌊🚣♂️ Nous sommes ravis de savoir que vous avez apprécié votre descente en rafting sur le Zambèze avec notre équipe. La sécurité de nos invités est notre priorité, et nous sommes heureux que vous ayez ressenti la confiance et le professionnalisme de nos guides ainsi que le soutien de nos kayakistes de sécurité tout au long de l’aventure. Le Zambèze offre des rapides puissants et une expérience pleine d’adrénaline, tout en restant encadrée par une équipe expérimentée qui veille à ce que chacun profite pleinement du moment. Merci pour votre recommandation et pour avoir partagé votre expérience. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour une nouvelle aventure inoubliable avec River Runner Adventures ! 🌊🔥
