This trip is suitable for all regardless of canoeing or camping experience. The proximity to the wildlife is far superior to any previous safari’s I have been on. The pace was relaxed, excellent comping equipment, great guide, good food and scenery/wildlife was amazing
Zambezi River
Zambezi River Trips
The Zambezi is the fourth largest river in Africa, running 2,200mi (3,540km) through six countries. Although it is unique in that it is barely developed, on its journey from central Africa to the Indian Ocean, it supports millions of people and vast populations of wildlife. It serves as the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, thunders over Victoria Falls and flows through the narrow Batoka Gorge.
This is also one of the most exhilarating places in the world to try white-water rafting and, on more gentle stretches, a great place to get up close to animals on a canoe safari on one of our Zambezi River tours. Large pods of hippo vie with shy crocodiles along the banks and herds of elephant drink the water and browse the vegetation. Carmine bee-eaters nest in sandy patches of riverbank and Goliath heron fish in the shallows.
Zambezi River Adventure Holidays
Caroline Bissell Zambezi Canoe Safari
Barry Holmes Zambezi Canoe SafariThis was a brilliant trip for seeing so much wildlife, and getting so close to it, particularly the elephants and hippopotami. Whilst we couldn’t believe how many elephants we saw, we also saw lesser numbers of lions, crocodiles, water buffalo and a miscellanea of birdlife. Insect life was also plentiful, colourful dragonflies by day and fireflies by night.
Katherine Burke Zambezi Canoe SafariI’ve just got back from canoeing the Zambezi Valley- what a trip!! We saw hippos, elephants, crocodile, monkeys, baboons, Impala, Kudu, warthogs and even a porcupine and a leopard!! The tents provided were really good- tall enough to stand up in, with mesh panels so you could look out if you wished. The stars at night were beautiful so I’d really recommend that. The canoeing was at a steady pace and suitable for all abilities- the hardest part was often getting in and out of the boat!! If you haven’t camped or kayaked before, don’t be put off, the pace was just right and the support from the leader and assistant leader was great. We also had a couple of game walks and a night game drive. The food was simple, but tasty and there was plenty of it.
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