Zambezi River Sunset Cruise: Luxurious Boat Ride with Premium Beverages and Gourmet Snacks

Experience a luxurious Zambezi River sunset cruise with premium beverages and gourmet snacks. Indulge in the contemporary design, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, and dedicated mixologist on the ‘Signature Deck’.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Victoria Falls - As you cruise on the upper Zambezi River, you will also see the mist rising up from the magical Victoria Falls. The Zambezi River is the fourth-longest river in Africa, the longest east-flowing river in Africa and the largest flowing into the Indian Ocean from Africa. The 2,574-kilometre-long river (1,599 mi) arises in Zambia and…
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Complimentary transfers to/from hotel/lodge in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Beverages
What's Not Included
  • Transfers from Livingstone Hotels/Lodges from Zambian Side
  • Government fees
Additional Information

An excursion to Victoria Falls is incomplete without the enchanting Sunset Cruise. Pure Africa’s leading sunset vessel, The Zambezi Explorer, brings a refreshing touch of elegance to the river journey. Its recent renovation introduced new furniture, Ndebele-patterned chairs handcrafted in fine detail, and lighting fixtures that enhance the ambiance, all…

Location
Victoria Falls
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Sylvia_b
Feb 28, 2026
Great Outing on Zambezi river. - This was a fantastic experience! The boat was very nice with comfy couches and chairs and great views from the top deck. On this sunset cruise alone we saw 2 sets of Wart Hogs, bloats of hippos, birds, and elephants on the way back to our hotel. Food was good and service was fantastic.
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Fabrice94130
Jan 1, 2026
A beautiful cruise in a unique place - Very pleasant time on the Zambezi from this boat sailing peacefully in the late afternoon until sunset. Very welcome. Unlimited drinks. Quality and abundant snacks.
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Kumbirayi_m
Dec 22, 2025
A smooth and relaxing... - A smooth and relaxing journey along the Zambezi with breathtaking scenery throughout. We spotted plenty of wildlife along the riverbanks, including elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and a rich variety of birdlife, all in a calm, unspoiled setting. The crew were professional and knowledgeable, adding to an already seamless experience. Highly recommended.
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Resort25391779635
Dec 12, 2025
Perfect. Again and again - A perfect experience. The hotel was picked up on time. We had the exterior of the Signature Deck to ourselves. We saw a lot of hippos and a crocodile. The food served was fantastic. Big praise to the whole crew.
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Crazy4daisy01
Dec 2, 2025
Ask for Trymore!!!! - I had an amazing time on the Zambezi Explorer signature deck for a sunset cruise, booking through the Ilala hotel. Views were great, food and drinks were lovely and the staff was fantastic. Special shoutout to Trymore! He was our main attendant on the signature deck and went out of his way to make sure everyone was taken care of and had everything they needed. He made the experience wonderful.
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Emfhny
Nov 24, 2025
Lovely cruise, delicious hors d'oeuvres - Everything was perfect - including sightings of crocodiles and lots of hippos. Timely pick-up by our wonderful driver, MJ, at hotel and seamless transfer to boat. Crew onboard professional and attentive. A delightful experience for the four of us. Great way to spend your first sunset in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
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914tapiwas
Nov 22, 2025
My ride to and from the cruise with MJ - The cruise was fun.. My drive MJ was very accommodative and welcoming. He told us about the Zambezi river and the vic fall town. He was very interactive and friendly making my ride both to and from the my hotel enjoyable.
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Nicholas_g
Oct 31, 2025
Simply stunning! - This sunset cruise by Pure Africa was pure heaven! The food and drink was wonderful and free flowing! We were on the very top deck and the views were stunning. We saw hippo, LOTS of elephants, giraffe and zebra on the banks, and a big crocodile sunning himself. Truly a magical evening. Pick up and drop off, door to door, was perfect!
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Bulelwa_t
Sep 22, 2025
The experience was... - The experience was magnificent. The boat and the cruise was magical. Thoroughly enjoyed it. From the pick up to the boat it was very pleasant.
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Escape53853060750
Feb 22, 2026
Sunset River Cruise - We had a really great experience overall and thoroughly enjoyed our time. The staff were absolutely excellent. Friendly, attentive, and professional throughout. The boat itself was beautiful and clearly very well maintained, which made the whole experience feel special and memorable. The only downside was the food. Unfortunately, it was quite average, very plain and not quite up to the same standard as the rest of the experience. Portions were also on the smaller side, and it definitely felt like this is an area that needs improvement. Especially for the price! That said, we still had a wonderful time and would recommend it, especially for the service and the stunning boat. With some upgrades to the catering, it would be a five-star experience!
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From $72
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).