2-Day Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting & Chobe Safari
Two days of adrenaline and wildlife: rapids, then the bush
A 2-day activity combining whitewater rafting on the Zambezi River and a safari in Chobe National Park near Victoria Falls. Day one takes you through Class 3-5 rapids. Day two is a game drive and boat safari where you see elephants, buffaloes, lions, hippos and birdlife. Both days include round-trip transfers, meals, bottled water and drinks, with an English-speaking guide leading the way.
What’s included
- Round-trip hotel transfer to the Zambezi rafting site and to Chobe National Park.
- English-speaking guide for both days.
- barbecue lunch on the Batoka Gorge after rafting.
- buffet lunch at a Chobe riverside restaurant.
- bottled water and beer and soft drinks after rafting.
- game drive and boat safari in Chobe National Park.
Times
- Every day 07:00
Before you book
Operated by Victoria Falls Activities Centre
Prices and times updated 4 days ago
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The experience
You arrive with a free afternoon or a morning to kill, and this combo solves it: the first day is the Zambezi, reckoned as the best single-day whitewater rafting in the world. The river runs Class 3-5 rapids through the Batoka Gorge. You're in the boat with a guide who knows the water, and the adrenaline is real. This is not a float trip. A barbecue lunch sits waiting on the gorge rim afterward, and beer and soft drinks come with it. Round-trip transfer from your hotel is included, so you show up and the logistics are already arranged.
Day two shifts to wildlife. You cross into Chobe National Park in Botswana for a game drive in the morning, then a boat safari on the Chobe River in the afternoon. Elephants are the draw (the park holds one of Africa's largest concentrations), but you'll also see buffaloes, hippos, lions and leopards if the timing is right. Baboons and monkeys move through the trees overhead. A buffet lunch happens at a restaurant overlooking the river, and the boat safari gives you a different angle on the same animals: what moves on land looks different from the water. Transfer to and from the park is included.
The two days work because they're different enough to justify the time: one day is physical and fast-moving, the other is patient watching. Neither one requires you to arrange a thing beyond showing up.
Is this one for you?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the commentary and the safety briefing without translation. This works for anyone with a moderate fitness level who can handle rapids and a full day in the sun. The two-day format gives you time to recover between the physical rafting day and the wildlife-watching day.
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Top questions
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What are the Class 3-5 rapids on the Zambezi like for someone who's never rafted before?
The Zambezi's Class 3-5 rapids are considered the best whitewater in the region, with fast-moving water and technical sections that demand attention but are manageable with a guide and a moderate level of physical fitness. First-timers do this run regularly, though the operator recommends against it for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.
Do I need a visa to cross into Chobe National Park in Botswana?
Chobe is in Botswana, and visa requirements depend on your nationality. The operator encourages eligible travelers to apply for a KAZA visa on arrival. Visa costs are not included in the activity price.
What wildlife am I most likely to see on the Chobe safari?
Elephants, buffaloes, hippos and a variety of birdlife are common on both the game drive and boat safari. Lions and leopards are also regular sightings, and baboons and monkeys move through the trees. The boat safari on the river gives you a different vantage point on the same animals you see from the vehicle.
Are meals included on both days?
Yes. Day one includes a barbecue lunch served on the Batoka Gorge after rafting, plus beer and soft drinks. Day two includes a buffet lunch at a restaurant overlooking the Chobe River. Bottled water is provided both days.
What time do I need to be ready for pickup?
Round-trip transfers from your hotel are included, though specific pickup times depend on your location and the operator's schedule. Confirm the exact time when you book.
2-Day Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting & Chobe Safari
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