Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River
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Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River
By Pure Africa
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Watch a Zambezi River sunset from a cocktail cruise that is timed for you to see wildlife gathering by the riverbanks at dusk. Door-to-door transport from Victoria Falls hotels ensures a relaxing experience from beginning to end. Enjoy top-deck seating, gourmet snacks, and premium drinks throughout the cruise.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 3-74, max of 100 per group
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Cruise the Zambezi River at sunset, the ideal time to see active wildlife
- Experience cooler temperatures in the early evening
- Enjoy included gourmet appetizers, premium drinks, and cocktails
- Convenient pickup and drop-off at Victoria Falls hotels
- Beverages
- Canapes Freshly Prepared Onboard
- Complimentary Transfers to/from Hotel/Lodge in Victoria Falls Zimbabwe Only.
What's not included- USD 10 per person national park fees payable direct at check in.
- Transfers from Livingstone Hotels/Lodges from Zambian Side
- Meet a driver at your hotel on the Zimbabwe side of Victoria Falls, and then travel to the edge of the Zambezi River to board a spacious riverboat. Grab a drink and a snack from the bar as the setting sun illuminates the surrounding countryside, and watch for animals drinking at the edge of the water. It’s common to spot hippos, giraffes, crocodiles, zebras, and many species of birds in soft light that’s great for photography or just enjoying the view. You’ll see the first stars appear over the Zambezi River by the end of the cruise, and finish the night with drop-off at your original departure point.
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- Complimentary pick up is only offered for guests staying in Victoria Falls Town’s Lodges/Hotels Zimbabwe within 5km radius. We do not pick guests staying in Livingstone Hotels Zambia.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 13819P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Hotel pickup and drop-off is included from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe based hotels only
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 13819P1
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- Pass byVictoria FallsZambezi National Park
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- Tracey W0 contributionsWell worth itBeautiful, stunning, amazing food and service a must do for anyone tempted to go back so looks of hippos and crocodiles just a brilliant eveningWritten 21 January 2025
- Z5929WSmeaganb0 contributionsStunning eveningWe booked "The Eatery Pot & Cruise (Luxury Deck)" and it did not disappoint. The boat was luxurious and the cruise went all too quickly, thoroughly enjoyable. Since all drinks are included on the boat we made sure we and enough "sundowners" then and just ordered the 1 drink to go with our meal at the eatery (since those drinks were not included). The "canapes" on the boat were delicious and plentiful - if not too much so. The potje dinner at the eatery was delicious however far too much to have 1 each and the number and size of the sides was excessive- we are a family of 4 including 16 and 18 year old boys and 2 potje between us would have been plenty. I certainly appreciate being well catered for however I do not appreciate wastage and this amount was beyond acceptable. The flavours were absolutely yum but the sheer amount was offputting to the appetite.Written 13 January 2025
- shinedancelive0 contributionsHighly recommendExcellent food & lovely ambiance. Wonderful staff. Highly recommend. A lovely first introduction to Victoria Falls.Written 11 January 2025
- Getaway171029033750 contributions5 star experience...Safe & comfortable transfer to the boat, excellent 4 course meal served with great wines and a wide variety of other drinks available. The cruise was beautiful with lots of wildlife to see.Written 5 January 2025
- brianpW517GK0 contributionsDinner cruiseWe didn’t manage to go on the dinner cruise because we didn’t receive communication on time on how to get to Zimbabwe as we were located in Livingstone. We lost all the money we paid due to their no refund policy. This was supposed to be a date for my wife and I and didn’t experience it. Poor logistics.Written 28 December 2024
- dalitsom1570 contributionsImmaculate views and great vibes!!!!!The views were amazing, saw hippos from a very close range. The 2 hour long cruise was relaxing and worth every penny, from the service to the snacks and drinks.Written 22 December 2024
- briansG3008DE0 contributionsLoved it!!!Amazing! The best crew and the food and views were well worth the price point. Would do this again 100/100. Everything was great!Written 29 November 2024
- paulakerr20160 contributionsDon't miss this!Brilliant from start to finish. Smooth hotel transfers to the riverside. Beautiful boat, amazing food and spectacular scenery. Highly recommended.Written 28 November 2024
- helenmK584LV0 contributionsExcellent birdwatchingWe specifically wanted a birdwatching cruise. Captain B was very knowledgeable and knew where to look for maximum opportunities to see different species. He has extensive knowledge and happily answered our many questions. He and Sharon were delightful hosts and what a lovely breakfast. Highly recommended.Written 27 November 2024
- 531JulieS5310 contributionsGreat food and amazing experienceGreat intimate boat with around 25 people. Food was great and staff extremely attentive. We saw hippos, elephant, crocodiles and lots of birds. A lovely experience to finish out trip in Africa.Written 27 November 2024
- Dreamer135088770570 contributionsPURE AFRICA TURNING THE ORDINARY INTO THE EXTRAORDINARY🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 A Truly Exceptional Experience on the Zambezi! I had the immense pleasure of experiencing the Pure Africa Exclusive Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi, and it was nothing short of magical! From the moment we stepped aboard, we were treated like royalty. The luxurious design of the boat set the perfect tone for the evening—a blend of sophistication and comfort that complemented the natural beauty of the river. As we drifted along the tranquil waters, the breathtaking sunset views over the Zambezi painted the sky in hues of gold, orange, and pink, creating a scene straight out of a dream. The culinary experience was world-class! Each course was exquisitely crafted, featuring a delightful fusion of local flavors and international finesse. The presentation was impeccable, and every bite was a celebration of taste. The attentive staff catered to every detail, ensuring that our glasses were never empty and that we felt completely pampered throughout. Adding to the magic was the gentle ambiance of the Zambezi. The soft sounds of the river, combined with the occasional sighting of hippos and other wildlife, made the evening feel like an exclusive connection to nature. This wasn’t just a dinner cruise; it was an unforgettable journey of elegance, tranquility, and pure joy. I can’t recommend the Pure Africa Exclusive Dinner Cruise enough—it’s a must-do for anyone visiting the Zambezi! Thank you to the team for delivering such an extraordinary experience. I’ll cherish this memory forever! 💫 Elizabeth Curiger turning the ordinary into the extraordinary ! Grateful exceptional hospitalityWritten 26 November 2024
- Mobile643661459600 contributionsDinner Cruise on the mighty SambesiFantastic last sunset and dinner in Zimbabwe! We even saw plenty of wildlife along the way. Yolanda and her team were great hosts, not only serving food and drinks but also giving explanations along the way. The 4 course menu was delicious! Prepared with only fresh ingredients and was served hot. Drinks were tasty, too and the farewell performance of the cruise team made me tear up. Can’t recommend this tour enough. Worth every penny!Written 23 November 2024
- Rob W0 contributionsA perfect end to the dayThis cruise was amazing and one of the highlights of our stay at VictoriaFalls. The quality of the restaurant furniture, table settings, food, and service far exceeded our expectations. Aperitives were followed by a delicious meal and wines, all served by smart and professional waiters while we watched the sun going down. During the cruise, the captain positioned the boat to ensure that everyone had a good view of the variety of elephants, hippos, and other animals we encountered. I would highly recommend this cruise.Written 15 November 2024
- 74denisew0 contributionsAmazing dinner cruiseThe most amazing dinner cruise. Absolutely delicious 5 course menu with all drinks included. The staff were polite and efficient and all immaculately turned out. Spotted lots of animals including hippos, elephants crocodiles and many birds. A most enjoyable evening and a highlight of our holiday. Highly recommended. It certainly exceeded our expectations.Written 14 November 2024
- cyndi8280 contributionsDON'T MISS!Oh my word! This was the last night for both of my back to back groups I was hosting from the US last month and what a spectacular end to a two week South Africa and Victoria Falls adventure. The food was exceptional, the service (expecially Sharon and the bartender who also shared about the region with our table) some of the best we have had on the entire trip and the cocktails were insane - the Shandy with their local inflused gins. So great! This will be on every itinerary I book.Written 13 November 2024
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Michael C
Cape Town, South Africa513 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We took the sunset cruise and selected the Signature (top deck) option for the trip.
The start of our trip was very eventful as a thunderstorm happened as we boarded the boat - it was great to get an umbrella to keep some of the rain off of us.
The boat cruise itself was very peaceful and relaxed. The staff very helpful and friendly. There was a hood drinks selection and some nice snacks to enjoy along the way.
It was great to see some many hippos in the water and one on a river bank. We were also very fortunate to see a crocodile.
After the thunderstorm there were some clouds which made for a beautiful sky and sunset.
We really enjoyed the cruise, the views and the sunset.
The start of our trip was very eventful as a thunderstorm happened as we boarded the boat - it was great to get an umbrella to keep some of the rain off of us.
The boat cruise itself was very peaceful and relaxed. The staff very helpful and friendly. There was a hood drinks selection and some nice snacks to enjoy along the way.
It was great to see some many hippos in the water and one on a river bank. We were also very fortunate to see a crocodile.
After the thunderstorm there were some clouds which made for a beautiful sky and sunset.
We really enjoyed the cruise, the views and the sunset.
Written 9 February 2020
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Paul L
Douglas, UK27 contributions
We were on the ‘luxury sunset cruise’ on the Zambesi above the falls. Seeing the size of the river close up, and its speed of movement, gave us an appreciation of the volume of water going over the falls.
The captain and crew were very friendly, and the captain told us a lot about the Zambezi, and readily answered questions.
We saw a group of hippos at quite close range, and saw a crocodile at close range, in both cases the Captain manoeuvring the boat to maximise our viewing. We were free to move around the boat, which was great for both seeing and photographing the views. It also encouraged fellow travellers to mix and talk.
The sunset itself was hidden by cloud, however it cleared shortly after to reveal the post-sunset colours, while the opposite side of the sky gave us a display of dramatic lightning!
The ‘luxury’ part of the cruise was an endless included supply of drinks, including a good variety of alcohol, and included a selection of food that was tasty and left us cancelling our dinner reservation after.
The captain and crew were very friendly, and the captain told us a lot about the Zambezi, and readily answered questions.
We saw a group of hippos at quite close range, and saw a crocodile at close range, in both cases the Captain manoeuvring the boat to maximise our viewing. We were free to move around the boat, which was great for both seeing and photographing the views. It also encouraged fellow travellers to mix and talk.
The sunset itself was hidden by cloud, however it cleared shortly after to reveal the post-sunset colours, while the opposite side of the sky gave us a display of dramatic lightning!
The ‘luxury’ part of the cruise was an endless included supply of drinks, including a good variety of alcohol, and included a selection of food that was tasty and left us cancelling our dinner reservation after.
Written 14 April 2022
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We are so glad you had a great time on our sunset cruise and we met your expectations. Thank you so much for the amazing review.
Written 20 April 2022
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alan2303
Shoreham-by-Sea, UK819 contributions
We enjoyed our sunset river cruise very much. Transport from the hotel was at time arranged and our return back to the hotel also quick. The ticket we had allowed us seating on first or second deck while those with slightly more expensive tickets got to go to the top deck. Snacks were provided and the drinks from the bar were included. Regular top ups available. The view of the falls downstream was pretty distant but the sunset viewing was excellent. We did spot Hippo and Crocodile but it’s a bit more booze cruise rather than nature experience but that was fine with us. We were able to move about freely and the bathroom was good for a boat. All in all good fun. Friendly staff looked after us
Written 8 June 2022
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Many thanks Alan for the amazing review, we are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us.
Written 28 June 2022
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GJen_12
London, UK63 contributions
Sept 2022
This was the highlight of our trip to the Falls (other than the trip to the Falls themselves of course). We were served delicious canapés and white wine (a large variety of drinks are available) as we glided down the Zambezi watching elephants and Hippos in the water as the sunset. For a few dollars more it is worth choosing the luxury decks one and two.
Written 21 September 2022
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We are so glad you enjoyed our sunset cruise Gjen-12 and thank you for such a great review.
Written 27 September 2022
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dab9914
Princeton, MA21 contributions
Mar 2022
Pure Africa did an amazing job on the sunset dinner cruise on the Zambezi River. We arrived in Victoria Falls at around 2PM, was picked up at 4:30PM by Pure Africa, and had a wonderful evening with elephant and hippo sightings, great company, and even better food/wine pairings served by an attentive and knowledgeable crew. I can HIGHLY recommend Pure Africa and would use them again the next time we are in Vic Falls. I intentionally booked our cruise on their smallest boat, and it wasn't full, so there were seven of us on board that evening and we were really well taken care of.
Written 13 April 2022
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Thank you do much Dab9914 for the great review, we are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us. We are so looking forward to hosting you again in future.
Written 20 April 2022
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Benetta M S
Atlanta, GA13 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
Calming, peaceful, leisuring activity to close out my final night in Victoria Falls. The 2 hour journey was a smooth cruise along the Zambia side of the Zambezi River Wildlife sightings included: elephants, hippopotamus, crocodiles, grouces, giant lizards, trumpet hornbill birds, and tons of other birds.
The Tour Africa staff and team took great care of me as a solo traveler, ensuring I got amazing photos.
The vessel was beautifully appointed with gorgeous furnishing, lighting and several African cultural/tribal decor pieces.
The food selection was pleasant but not exciting or delicious. The cocktails and drinks were lovely. Great wine selection.
My transport driver Steven was absolutely amazing. He was both personable and knowledgeable.
The Tour Africa staff and team took great care of me as a solo traveler, ensuring I got amazing photos.
The vessel was beautifully appointed with gorgeous furnishing, lighting and several African cultural/tribal decor pieces.
The food selection was pleasant but not exciting or delicious. The cocktails and drinks were lovely. Great wine selection.
My transport driver Steven was absolutely amazing. He was both personable and knowledgeable.
Written 6 July 2023
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Thank you so much for the great review our Solo traveler. We are glad you had a nice time, and you were well taken care of.
Written 24 July 2023
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Lee S
4 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Excellent evening trip. The boat is a really high standard, we were on the top deck affording amazing views of the Zambezi and all it has to offer. Take your camera and binoculars as the wildlife is all around you! Top quality free flowing drinks for the duration of the trip from a very wide selection. Canapes were excellent as well. Well worth the money.
Written 30 September 2023
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Thank you for such a great review, we are glad you had an excellent time with us, and it was value for money.
Written 10 October 2023
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Neil E
London, UK19 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Relaxing trip with great food and drinks whilst watching the wildlife on and around the river as the sun sets. The crew are attentive and helpful and the boat itself is comfortable and well maintained. There was a lovely serenade from the staff at the end.
Written 20 May 2024
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Anonymous855
Trabuco Canyon, California1,799 contributions
May 2023
Check in for pay the $10 National park fee was fast and we were escorted to our table on the upper deck for the dinner cruise. It was not too crowed, only one table was empty but there were sufficient servers to help everyone. During the cruise we saw some elephants on shore but alas, no hippos that day. The sunset was beautiful. Appetizers were okay, not great, and although the entree presentation was nice, the food was no longer hot...sad. Good beer & wine. Pleasant evening, not cold at all.
Written 31 May 2023
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Thank you so much for valued review, we are glad you enjoyed the service and had a nice time with us. Our sincere apologies that your food was no longer hot, we have since tasked the waiters to ensure the serve the plate whilst still hot since the food is Freshley prepared onboard.
Written 16 June 2023
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Madan Gopal M
Bengaluru, India8,448 contributions
The Zambezi River Sunset Cruise was an amazing experience for us, we were picked up from the hotel where we were staying and the narration by the guide on the cruise was apt and awesome, we could spot a few crocodiles, Hippos and unusual birds flying across. We preferred not to have dinner on the cruise as it was not advisable. It's better to reserve in advance and choose a good travel operator, the hotel will help in this regard. The views of Sunset were fantastic and enchanting.
Written 5 October 2024
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We are glad you had an enchanting Sunset Cruise with us Madan, Thank you so much for the great review.
Written 7 October 2024
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Are alcoholic drinks included or just non alcoholic?
Written 2 March 2022
T R
North Carolina
Are the dinner and sunset cruises both options in July? What is your dinner menu? If we purchase the signature deck is there a possibility the everyone will be seated on the upper deck should their be limited participation?
Written 29 December 2019
We had an abundance of nice appetizers and drinks on the signature deck and felt it was well worth the additional costs. I have to agree with Larry272...I believe the signature deck is for those that pay for that deck experience. We were there in September and all decks appeared to be full. We did not take part in the dinner after the cruise and felt that we had plenty to eat on the deck during the cruise.
Written 30 December 2019
Hola, me gustaría reservar para 8 adultos pero solo me deja la opcion de 6 adultos...cómo podría solventarlo? Gracias
Written 2 April 2019
What is the price for the upgrade. Thank-you.
Written 8 December 2018
It wasn’t an upgrade price. You just pick the boat that holds 6 people. We were fortunate to be the only two.
Written 8 December 2018
Hi, I'm desperately trying to make a reservation for a Dinner Cruise or a Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi river near the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, and this for any date between 12 and 16 March 2019, but no luck! I keep getting the notification that everything is fully booked, yet the dates on their calendars still seem open. Any reputable company is fine, just as long as I get a confirmation. Could anybody help? Many thanks in advance!
Written 27 July 2018
Can you send me a list of hotels you pick up from. Thanks.
Written 23 May 2018
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