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The 15 Best Zambezi Sunset Cruises

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Two hours upstream of the falls, hippos surfacing and a bar on board. The difference between these 15 is boat size, whether drinks are genuinely unlimited, and how much of the deck is under shade when the sun is still high.

Victoria Falls: 2-Hour Luxury Zambezi River Sunset Cruise - Pickup from Victoria Falls Town
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Victoria Falls: 2-Hour Luxury Zambezi River Sunset Cruise

1.2-Hour Luxury Zambezi River Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 303 reviews · 2 hours · from $69Our pick

You’ll cruise upstream on the Zambezi from Victoria Falls, watching for hippos, crocodiles, elephants, birds, and distant spray from the Falls. Choose the refurbished Luxury Deck or upgrade to the Signature Deck for fewer seats, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, premium drinks, and dedicated mixologist service.

“This cruise was an amazing experience. The car pick up was on time, we got the luxury package and it was perfect, it included drinks and delicious snacks. The boat was clean, and had great ambiance. The cruise was lovely, we saw hippos and a beautiful sunset. The staff was professional, always ready to serve you.”

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Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River - Wildlife along Zambezi National Park
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Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

2.Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 151 reviews · from $92

Spend about two hours on the upper Zambezi River near Victoria Falls, with hotel transfers from Zimbabwe, drinks, and freshly prepared canapés. Watch for elephants, hippos, crocodiles, birds, and the distant mist of the Falls as the sky turns gold.

“It was a very pleasant couple hours, river can be so calming. During the cruise I have been served nice snacks adjusted to my diatery requirements with unlimited drinks (also alcoholic). My attending steward was very knowledgeable about the local fauna and flora And made sure to point out any animal spotting like hippos or elephants. The only disappointing thing was that we end up doing circles on the same part of the river we did not cruise further”

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Victoria Falls: Sunset Cruise and Dinner at The Eatery - Pickup from Victoria Falls and the trip to the river
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Victoria Falls: Sunset Cruise and Dinner at The Eatery

3.Sunset Cruise and Dinner at The Eatery

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 137 reviews · 4 hours · from $110

Spend two hours on the Zambezi Explorer watching the sunset, spotting hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birds, and enjoying included drinks and canapés. Then dine beside the river at The Eatery with a three-course meal and complimentary wines. Pickup is available from Victoria Falls hotels within 5 km.

“Amazing experience, perfect in every way from the pickup, to the cruise, the drinks and canapés, sunset was amazing and excellent meal at the eatery.”

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Livingstone: Zambezi River Sunset Cruise - Following the Zambezi as the light fades
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Livingstone: Zambezi River Sunset Cruise

4.Zambezi River Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 71 reviews · 2 hours · from $75

Join Livingstone’s Adventure for a two-hour sunset cruise upstream from Victoria Falls aboard the African Queen or African Princess. Your English-speaking crew serves drinks and snacks as you watch for hippos, admire nearby nature reserves, and follow the evening light. Transfers from Livingstone accommodation are included.

“I like it very much. Nice boat and nice crew.”

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Sundowner Cruise on Zambezi River (Zimbabwe) - Wildlife watching from the boat
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Sundowner Cruise on Zambezi River (Zimbabwe)

5.Sundowner Cruise on Zambezi River (Zimbabwe)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · from $55

Set out from Victoria Falls on a two-hour Zambezi River sunset cruise aboard boats such as the Finfoot or African Queen. You’ll look for hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birds while enjoying finger snacks, local drinks, and a calm ride. Pickup is included from hotels, guest houses, and B&Bs in Victoria Falls Town.

“Sightings of the herds of elephants and hippopotamuses while cruising in the Zambezi river with a view of the stunning sunset was the highlight of the cruise. The snack food and beverage need improvement for a better variety finger food and drink options.”

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Victoria Falls: Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River - From Victoria Falls Town to the river
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Victoria Falls: Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

6.Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 57 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $59

Spend two hours on the Zambezi near Victoria Falls, watching hippos, crocodiles, elephants, birds, and the setting sun. Shearwater provides hotel transfers, drinks, light snacks, and an English speaking crew. Guide Noaba has earned special praise for his sharp wildlife spotting and warm storytelling.

“We didn’t get to see the sunset as it was cloudy, but the animals more than made up for it. We watched elephants crossing across the river and saw hippos and crocodiles. Lovely boat.”

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Zambezi River Sunset Cruise, from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe - Standard deck or upper deck?
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Zambezi River Sunset Cruise, from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

7.Zambezi River Sunset Cruise, from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · from $66

Spend two hours on the Zambezi River aboard the Zambezi Explorer, watching the sunset from the standard or upper deck. Hotel pickup, an open bar, bottled water, and gourmet snacks are included. Hippos, elephants, crocodiles, and monkeys may appear along the riverbanks, but sightings are never guaranteed.

“The top deck of the boat was special and the staff were very friendly and canapé’s were enough for us.”

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Standard Sunset Cruise - Watching wildlife along the river
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Standard Sunset Cruise

8.Standard Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $50Top rated

Spend about two hours cruising the Zambezi through Zambezi National Park, between Zimbabwe and Zambia. A captain such as Moses may point out hippos, elephants, crocodiles, birds, and river history while you enjoy snacks and unlimited beer, wine, spirits, soft drinks, and sunset views.

“We went on a cloudy day but even without a true sunset, it was so lovely. We were with about 8 other people's, making it a 10 person group not counting the crew. There were plenty of space to sit and room to move around. The crew was so aRead more”

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Victoria Falls: Private Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River - Starting with pickup in Victoria Falls Town
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Victoria Falls: Private Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

9.Private Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2 hours · from $110

Spend two private hours on a small boat along the Zambezi, watching wildlife and sunset while attentive crew serve canapés and drinks. Crews may include Elvis, Precious, Daniel, or Memory. Hotel pickup is included within 5 kilometers of Victoria Falls Town in Zimbabwe.

“We had a fantastic afternoon on a private sunset cruise on the Zambezi River with Elvis and Precious. The canapés and drinks were delicious, and the atmosphere was just perfect. Elvis and Precious were incredibly attentive, friendly and knowledgeable – they showed us so many animals and birds along the way and made the whole experience truly special. We can highly recommend this cruise to anyone looking for a memorable and unique experience in Victoria Falls.”

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Sunset Cruise Zambezi Explorer & The Eatery Dinner (Combo) - What is served on the boat
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Sunset Cruise Zambezi Explorer & The Eatery Dinner (Combo)

10.Sunset Cruise Zambezi Explorer & The Eatery Dinner (Combo)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $102

Spend about five hours on the upper Zambezi, with a two-hour sunset cruise, onboard drinks, freshly prepared canapés, and possible wildlife sightings. Then enjoy a three-course dinner at The Eatery. Hotel pickup is included from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, but dinner drinks and park fees cost extra.

“Awesome experience. Very well organized. Food was great. Staff was very friendly and engaging. We saw some hippos, elephants and giraffes. Loved it!”

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Zambezi Sunset Cruise – Wildlife, Drinks & Breathtaking Views - Hippos, crocodiles, and a chance of elephants
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Zambezi Sunset Cruise – Wildlife, Drinks & Breathtaking Views

11.Zambezi Sunset Cruise – Wildlife, Drinks & Breathtaking Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $49Best value

Join Batoka Africa at 4 pm for a relaxed Zambezi sunset cruise from A'zambezi River Lodge. Watch for hippos, crocodiles, birds, and perhaps elephants while enjoying canapés and unlimited alcoholic or soft drinks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with a $10 park fee payable at check-in.

“Loved the experience. Food and drinks were great. Saw hippopotamus and crocodiles. Sunset was beautiful and memorable.”

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Private Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River - Watching Victoria Falls mist rise from the river
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Private Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

12.Private Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $92

Set out from Victoria Falls on the private Kalunda boat for a two-hour sunset cruise with freshly prepared canapés, drinks, and hotel transfers. Your captain and host guide you along the upper Zambezi, where hippos, crocodiles, elephants, birds, and the mist of Victoria Falls may appear.

“Sharon, our hostess, and Captain Elvis, could not have been nicer. The captain saw how we were interested in birds and so he made a special effort to find and identify them. The food was very good and beautifully presented. A lovely personal experience!”

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Victoria Falls Safari with Lunch and Sunset Cruise - Zambezi National Park at 7:00 AM
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Victoria Falls Safari with Lunch and Sunset Cruise

13.Victoria Falls Safari with Lunch and Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · 8 hours · from $199

You’ll spend eight hours with a professional English-speaking guide, visiting Zambezi National Park, Victoria Falls, Lookout Café, and the Zambezi River. Guides such as Simon and Fortune have handled busy days well. Expect wildlife, a dramatic gorge view, lunch, and a sunset cruise, with park and cruise fees extra.

“Nothing goes perfectly planned but the guides (Simon and fortune and boat crew) worked hard to meet the program and tackle unannounced changes created my the management and other not so easy going tourists. Overall, they make up for today’s scarcity of big animals. Suggestions: made 1 option to pay for entry fees in advance.. Also, I noticed that with the heat and humidity kids and some adults can get tired. Perhaps, under the instructions remind customers to pack light snacks and small energy drinks for eventualities.”

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Chobe National Park 4X4 Day Safari and River Cruise - Three hours on the Chobe River
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Chobe National Park 4X4 Day Safari and River Cruise

14.Chobe National Park 4X4 Day Safari and River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $225

Travel from Victoria Falls to Botswana for a three-hour Chobe River cruise and an afternoon 4x4 safari. Your guide handles the border process, while you look for elephants, hippos, crocodiles, birds, and possible Big Five sightings. Hotel transfers, park fees, lunch, and refreshments are included.

“A little disappointing at the start of tour, the pick up at the board control...it took an 1 hour to wait for our next car to start tour...otherwise the experience was amazing😁”

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Luxury Sunset River Cruise on the Zambezi - A Sunset Schedule That Changes With the Season
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Luxury Sunset River Cruise on the Zambezi

15.Luxury Sunset River Cruise on the Zambezi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $100

Settle onto an upper-deck sofa for a roughly 2 to 2.5-hour Zambezi sunset cruise from Victoria Falls. GoExplore provides pickup, hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, premium drinks, beer, and soft drinks. Keep $15 cash for the park fee, and note that pickup from Livingstone is not included.

“Magnificent sunset! This was a relaxing cruise along the Zambezi River between Zimbabwe and Zambia. We saw elephants, crocodiles and hippos. The cruise included drinks and delicious heavy hors d'oeuvres. The sunset was gorgeous! The staff was attentive and informative about the animals and the land. Watching the beautiful sunset on the river is great way to end your day.”

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