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Zambezi Rafting: Thrilling Rapids & Views
Experience thrilling Zambezi rafting with expert guides, stunning views, and top safety. Book now for an unforgettable adventure.
Experience thrilling Zambezi rafting with expert guides, stunning views, and top safety. Book now for an unforgettable adventure.
Duration:
5 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Zambezi River, Livingstone Section - Embark on an exhilarating half-day white water rafting journey on the renowned Zambezi River, celebrated as one of the premier rafting experiences globally. Benefit from convenient pick-up services from Livingstone (Zambia) or Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) before descending into the breathtaking Batoka Gorge….
- Zambezi River, Livingstone Section - Embark on an exhilarating half-day white water rafting journey on the renowned Zambezi River, celebrated as one of the premier rafting experiences globally. Benefit from convenient pick-up services from Livingstone (Zambia) or Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) before descending into the breathtaking Batoka Gorge. Navigate through famous Grade III–V rapids such as Morning Glory and Stairway to Heaven, interspersed with tranquil stretches to appreciate the stunning scenery and observe wildlife. Unlike other tours, this package includes complimentary professional photos and videos, allowing you to relive every thrilling moment. With experienced guides, support kayakers, and high-quality equipment, this adventure perfectly blends excitement and natural beauty.
What's Included
- Free photos and videos of the rafting
- Portals to carry the rafts down and out of the gorge
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Livingstone
- Licensed and certified rafting guides
- National park fees
- Helmet, paddle, and life jacket
- Bottled water and light snacks
- Free photos and videos of the rafting
- Portals to carry the rafts down and out of the gorge
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Livingstone
- Licensed and certified rafting guides
- National park fees
- Helmet, paddle, and life jacket
- Bottled water and light snacks
What's Not Included
- Personal travel insurance (required)
- Gratuities
- Personal travel insurance (required)
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Free Photos & Videos: Unlike other tours, this one includes professional action shots and video highlights at no additional charge. Cherish lasting memories of the adventure.
• Pick-Up on Both Sides: Convenient transfers from hotels in Livingstone (Zambia) and Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) ensure easy access for all travelers.
• World-Class Guides: The team…
Free Photos & Videos: Unlike other tours, this one includes professional action shots and video highlights at no additional charge. Cherish lasting memories of the adventure.
• Pick-Up on Both Sides: Convenient transfers from hotels in Livingstone (Zambia) and Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) ensure easy access for all travelers.
• World-Class Guides: The team is highly trained, boasting international rafting experience and extensive local knowledge for both safety and enjoyment.
• Half-Day Flexibility: Experience big thrills in just a few hours, allowing time for other activities like a sunset cruise, cultural tour, or a visit to the Falls.
• Scenic & Wildlife Highlights: Between rapids, enjoy calmer stretches with breathtaking gorge views, birdwatching, and wildlife sightings.
- Minimum Age: 15 years Fitness Level: Moderate fitness required (includes a steep hike in and out of the Batoka Gorge) Insurance: All participants must have valid personal travel insurance Medical Conditions: Not recommended for guests with back problems, heart conditions, or pregnancy What to Bring: Swimwear, towel, sunscreen, dry clothes, and secure water shoes or sandals Safety First: We are fully insured, supported by SES emergency services, and carry an industrial-grade first aid kit on every trip Seasonal Changes: Rafting routes may vary based on water levels (high or low water season) Alcohol & Drug Policy: For your safety and that of others, we do not accept participants who are intoxicated or under the influence of drugs or alcohol If you have any health concerns or special requirements, please inform us in advance so we can best accommodate your needs.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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875upit_p
Oct 28, 2025
Great Experience - Went white water rafting for the first time and had a great time!! Highly recommended for anyone who loves a bit of thrill with (up to) Grade 5 waters. Our guide King James made sure we were all safe, feeling confident and having fun
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R1735sqangelical
Oct 20, 2025
Excellent - It was an amazing experience and would definitely recommend it. Very exiting and the rowing was also a good arm workout The guides were great and all so friendly. Just note there are quite a few stairs to get to the top of the gorge after the rafting. So I would Suggest wearing good footwear.
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Daytrip54046563701
Oct 5, 2025
Fantastic Rafting Trip in the lower Zambezi! - While in Zambia I did all of my structured activities with HSM Adventures and this one was by far the most adventure out of the three. It was about 4 hours worth of rafting down the Zambezi doing multiple level 5 rapids which were very fun. King James, our captain, did a great job guiding us and ensuring we were safe the whole time. Him and the rest of the team did a great job guiding us and helping us. My only real warning is that at the end of the rafting experience, when you're relatively tired, you have to climb up 800+ steps which is about 1000 feet (300m) to get to the bus location, so be warned about that. Otherwise, it was a fantastic time and I will 100% be recommending HSM adventures and specifically the rafting trip to anyone I know visiting Zambia!
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Trek60300549117
Sep 26, 2025
Best holiday experience. - Best part of my holiday was to chose these guys to go white rafting, all staff was amazing and profesionaly. i have it chance to jump in the river, and that was amazing. Highly recomend this company.
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Aryafowl
Sep 20, 2025
Fantastic crew and experience - Wow! What an amazing experience. From the moment the crew picked us up from the hotel the whole experience was incredible.
The team make everything easy so we could enjoy the incredible Zambezi river and the wild rapids. The white water rafting is incredible fun and adrenaline inducing, it's an amazing way to experience the power and beauty of the Zambezi.
King James was our captain and he is amazing on the river! An absolute legend who makes you feel very safe but still able to experience a thrill. The rest of the team including Friday, Sly, Moses and Ms M were equally incredible. We had so much fun with them and knew they were experts in what they did. Whether it was cruising on the river or flying through the rapids everything was enjoyable.
Be prepared for a steep walk in and out of the river but the crew have drinks available and are on hand to help, we took our time and enjoyed the views.
HSM Adventures is a fantastic local company that can arrange all activities in Zambia and airport transfers. I would highly recommend contacting them to book activities. We did not book everything with one company which created more work for us. In the future we will just contact HSM Adventures to book all activities for us. Collection and drop off at all hotels in Livingstone is included which makes the whole experience hassle free.
One of the best experiences we had in Zambia. Well worth the trip.
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Mohdahli
Sep 18, 2025
Most thrilling adventure in Zambia - This experience was real thrilling and extreme river rafting in the mighty zambezi river.
Thank you Friday, sticky, king james, sly, and mwaka for making this unforgettable experience.
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Simeonm620
Sep 4, 2025
One in a million lifetime experience. - Wow it's was a top notch lifetime experience we had with hsm adventure. I highly recommend.
Starting from the pickup it was amazing and fun with hsm adventure.
Each and every rapid we encountered was a new lifetime experience with King James and his team who are knowledgeable about the all the rapids and the area along the zambezi river.
For my next rafting adventure I will still choose HSM ADVENTURES. I highly recommend them for a memorable experience.
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Ben
Aug 31, 2025
Don’t miss the chance to say you’ve rafted down the Mighty Zambezi! - Wow! This is a true once in a lifetime experience, and I cannot recommend these guys enough!
From hotel pickup to drop-off I was made to feel incredibly welcome and the day was full of thrills (and a couple of spills!)
King James led the crew in an incredibly professional manner, ably assisted by a fantastic crew including Friday, Sly, Sticky, Mwaka, Moses & more. They all made us feel right at home in the boat, and put us right in the centre of the action. The photos are testament to a great day and to the effort they all put in to make the experience so thrilling.
It’s worth noting that the geography of the river makes the hike down to the water, and back out of the gorge fairly difficult. The climb out, in particular, has some precarious sections to navigate (this is a cliff face after all!) so please be aware of this before booking.
As with all the excursions we booked with HSM this provides excellent value for money - they even brought us along a cold beer to have with lunch once we’d finished (!!) I would do this again in a heartbeat!
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Jim
Aug 28, 2025
HSM are the kings of the mighty Zambezi river - Thank you HSM Adventures for a great rafting experience on the mighty Zambezi river.
Howard made the booking easy, including transport from my accommodation.
On the river, King James, Friday, Sticky, Mwaka, Sly, Moses & the rest of the crew made sure we enjoyed the rapids & made our safety a priority.
The photos and videos were great & ensures I have a great memory of this unforgettable experience.
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Stecyh2025
Aug 26, 2025
It was the best,😊I really enjoyed ❤️ - The Adventure of a Lifetime!”
Rafting the Zambezi River was absolutely unforgettable! From the very start, the guides were professional, funny, and made sure we all felt safe while still keeping the adventure thrilling. The half-day trip was the perfect balance of adrenaline and fun , crashing through world-class rapids one moment and floating through calm stretches the next, with stunning canyon scenery all around.
What stood out most was the team’s energy and passion; they explained everything clearly, cheered us on, and even taught us how to paddle in sync like pros. Every rapid felt like a rollercoaster ride, but we always knew we were in good hands.
This is hands-down one of the best experiences I’ve ever had , exciting, safe, and so much fun. If you’re visiting Livingstone, rafting the mighty Zambezi with HSM Adventures is an absolute must-do!
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