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Victoria Falls Jetboat: Thrilling Rapids Adventure
Experience the thrill of Victoria Falls’ rapids on a jet boat adventure. Witness the Falls’ power up close amidst stunning Gorge scenery.
Experience the thrill of Victoria Falls’ rapids on a jet boat adventure. Witness the Falls’ power up close amidst stunning Gorge scenery.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Victoria Falls Bridge - Ready for an exhilarating adventure? The Adventure Jetboat, boasting a robust 465 horsepower, offers an exciting journey through the Zambezi’s exhilarating rapids, bringing you up close to the magnificent Victoria Falls. Experience the Falls’ might from below in the Boiling Pot before embarking on a thrilling ride through…
- Victoria Falls Bridge - Ready for an exhilarating adventure? The Adventure Jetboat, boasting a robust 465 horsepower, offers an exciting journey through the Zambezi’s exhilarating rapids, bringing you up close to the magnificent Victoria Falls. Experience the Falls’ might from below in the Boiling Pot before embarking on a thrilling ride through the Batoka Gorge. Safety is our top priority, with highly skilled captains and a specially designed Jetboat ensuring a secure adventure. The entire experience lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 35-45 minute water ride. Preserve the memories with optional photo and video packages, and remember to bring essentials: sunscreen, water-friendly clothing, a hat, and a waterproof camera. Sturdy footwear is essential for the trek down and back up the Gorge, and be ready for some physical activity to fit into our safety gear.
What's Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Safety helmet and Life Jacket
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- In-person guide
- Carbonated beverages
- Safety helmet and Life Jacket
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- In-person guide
What's Not Included
- Videos and photos (available for viewing and purchase)
- Government fees
- Videos and photos (available for viewing and purchase)
- Government fees
Additional Information
Experience an exhilarating rush as our Jetboat skilfully manoeuvres through the thunderous rapids. Encounter the sheer power and intensity of Victoria Falls up close, immersing yourself in its awe-inspiring presence. Amidst the stunning scenery of the Gorge, with its towering cliffs and vibrant foliage, witness the Falls’ magnificence from a distinct…
Experience an exhilarating rush as our Jetboat skilfully manoeuvres through the thunderous rapids. Encounter the sheer power and intensity of Victoria Falls up close, immersing yourself in its awe-inspiring presence. Amidst the stunning scenery of the Gorge, with its towering cliffs and vibrant foliage, witness the Falls’ magnificence from a distinct viewpoint within the Boiling Pot. Prepare to be captivated by the raw beauty and sheer force of nature on this unforgettable adventure.
- NB: WE WELCOME 1 PERSON BOOKINGS BUT THIS ACTIVITY DOES REQUIRE A MIN OF 2 PERSONS TO RUN THE ACTIVITY. IN THE UNUSUAL EVENT THAT THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENT IS NOT MET WE WILL CONTACT YOU TO REORGANISE YOUR BOOKING.
- PLEASE NOTE: A reasonable level of fitness is required as the walk includes a steep gorge hike and steep stairways. The walk out is equivalent to climbing a 7-storey building; there are rest stops and drink breaks on the way, and you can go at your own pace.
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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354tristanb
Oct 28, 2025
Incredible Jet Boat Experience - An unforgettable experience! The Shearwater team were so friendly, organized, and made everything run smoothly from hotel pickup to drop-off. The hike down and back up the gorge was an adventure in itself, with stunning views all around. The jet boat ride was absolutely thrilling and honestly so impressive how it’s designed to power through the rapids and twist around with such control. An incredible mix of adrenaline and scenery. This excursion is highly recommended!
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Dhmar2021
Sep 22, 2025
One of best Vic Falls activities available! - Overall, one of the best Vic Falls experiences available! This was my 3rd visit to Victoria Falls: 4/2005 during high water season; late 9/2017 during dry season when I experienced Devil's Pool (only from the Zambia side) and helicopter ride; ziplined just prior to the jet boat experience. The Shearwater Jet Boat adventure is a new activity since my last trip in 2017, having started in 2018. We heard about it from an elderly couple in Cape Town who were very enthusiastic about this experience. The husband has monocular vision, but they both assured us that the guides were very patient and would give lots of support, especially since I am visually disabled. Indeed, this was the case.
The pre-descent safety talk laid down good ground rules which were re-enforced throughout the entire excursion. I never felt unsafe, which was a very important factor in this undertaking with my nephew (see previous Hudson M review). Their brief but adequate history talk was well-suited to the activity. We got a taste, short of a mouthful, of a typically drenching experience of rapids on the Zambezi River! However, what cinches this awesome activity are the views from the bottom of the falls. Some of my pictures, from a plastic-encased cellphone, look like gorgeous paintings! It also satisfied the desire for some adventurous activity at Vic Falls for my nephew and friends. We all loved it and highly recommend it to any visitor provided they can, however slowly, maneuver approximately 350 uneven and steep steps down and back up!
Absolutely worth the effort(s)!
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Hudson
Sep 13, 2025
Best thing to do at vic falls. - The hike down wasn't easy, but my group made it down with not too much trouble. Our friend with not the best knees made it down (and up). My aunt who is fit (but 68) and visually impaired also made it down. The guides were extremely helpful.
If you are honest about when you need help and take it slow pretty much anyone can do jt. (with some soreness the next day)
The views were tremendous. I personally much preferred the views from the boat than in the national park.
The info tour bits were short, but informative.
The rapids were freaking awesome. At the end the whole boat was shouting "one more time!!!"
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Malgorzata
Sep 11, 2025
Great experience - Great experience to see the Waterfallls from below with the rainbows. Thrilling to go up the rapids and down in a small motion giving you a big splash
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Debrie123
Aug 20, 2025
Brought us to tears (good tears!) - This activity is an absolute "must do" for anyone visiting Vic Falls. Half our group wanted to go rafting and half didn't so we made the compromise and chose the Jet Boat experience instead. We were not disappointed and actually totally blown away! We were so emotional down in the gorge with the spray of the falls on our faces - really it is an absolutely exceptional experience.
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Jaylinsnest
Aug 13, 2025
The only true way to see the falls at its best - The only true way to see the falls. The jet boat was really fantastic and exhilarating and sitting directly under the falls is a once in a lifetime experience. Definitely one for the bucket list. Hike up and down the gorge is quite hectic but well worth it.
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Timothy_s
Jul 21, 2025
You will be soaked in the... - You will be soaked in the absolute best way. There is no view of the falls quite like this.
It's a perfect blending of awe inspiring and thrill ride.
The hike getting there is a little intense, but if you go slow it's not bad.
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Larry
Jul 11, 2025
Breathtaking experience - Getting up close and personal with the Victoria Falls and experiencing the rapids in a jet boat was exhilarating. The Shearwater team made the experience all the more enjoyable. This was a really exciting experience for my family.
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Lisa_s
Jul 9, 2025
Fun experience - Good fun and good to see the bottom of the falls and all the power of the water. Recommend this as a toue
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W8064tjmarinag
Jun 29, 2025
Exhilarating. Worth getting wet. - Fantastic. Exhilarating. Pre safety talk was valuable. Guide on the boat was very helpful. They warned us of the 350 steps to get to the boat. This was a challenge. And steep. And a little scary if your tummy churns at heights. They did have a guide to walk back up with us.
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