Half Day Zambezi River White Water Rafting

Half Day Zambezi River White Water Rafting is a scheduled adventure activitie running from Victoria Falls, and it takes 5.8 hours. It departs on the Zimbabwean side and crosses an international border during the day, so bring your passport and check your own visa position before you travel. It is operated by HSM Adventures Tours and Safaris, not by Zimbabwe Travel Guide.

Half Day Zambezi River White: what you will see and do

The route takes in Batoka Gorge and Victoria Falls.

How long it takes

Allow 5.8 hours.

Pickup and meeting point

Pickup is included for every traveller, from 78 listed pickup points. Collection begins about 15 minutes before the departure time. The exact pickup point and time are confirmed with the operator when you book.

What is included

• portals to carry the rafts down and out of the gorge.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Livingstone
• Free photos and Videos of the rafting
• Licensed and certified rafting guides
• National park fees
• Helmet, paddle, and life jacket
• Bottled water and light snacks

What is not included

• Personal travel insurance (required)
• Gratuities

Itinerary

1. Batoka Gorge
2. Victoria Falls

Who this suits

It suits travellers happy to share, with the group capped at 50.

Important to know

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• 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 and booking

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Booking is confirmed immediately. Final terms are the ones shown on Viator at the time you book.

Practical details

Guiding is offered in English. A mobile ticket is accepted, so there is nothing to print. Bookings are taken for up to 15 travellers at a time. The departure can also be cancelled if too few people book.

Where this fits in your trip

The gorge below the falls is the centre of Zimbabwe’s adventure industry. Water levels dictate what runs: rafting is at its biggest in the low-water months and may not operate at all in full flood. Victoria Falls town sits on the Zimbabwean bank of the Zambezi, a short walk from the rainforest viewpoints and close enough to the gorge that the spray is visible from the main street in full flood. Most visitors base themselves here for two or three nights and fill the days with a mix of water, air and game viewing.

Explore the area

Victoria Falls has more to offer than a single outing. Plan the rest of your time around it:

• More things to do in Victoria Falls
• Where to stay in Zimbabwe

Book this experience

Availability, current prices and the booking itself are handled by Viator, not by us. See live availability for Half Day Zambezi River White Water Rafting on Viator.