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Combine three days of class‑5 whitewater on the Zambezi with three days of Chobe safari on this six‑day package. Expect high-energy rafting, riverside campsite nights, and reliable game viewing along the Chobe River.
Combine three days of class‑5 whitewater on the Zambezi with three days of Chobe safari on this six‑day package. Expect high-energy rafting, riverside campsite nights, and reliable game viewing along the Chobe River.
Dawn cuts a silver line across the Zambezi as the first rafts slip over Batoka Gorge. Guides check straps, the morning mist from Victoria Falls still hangs in the air, and the river already seems to dare you forward. This six-day itinerary pairs three days of intense whitewater through the upper Batoka Gorge with three days of game drives and a boat cruise in Chobe National Park — a rhythm of adrenaline and slow wildlife watching.
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Operated by SHOCKWAVE ADVENTURES · Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North
Dawn cuts a silver line across the Zambezi as the first rafts slip over Batoka Gorge. Guides check straps, the morning mist from Victoria Falls still hangs in the air, and the river already seems to dare you forward. This six-day itinerary pairs three days of intense whitewater through the upper Batoka Gorge with three days of game drives and a boat cruise in Chobe National Park — a rhythm of adrenaline and slow wildlife watching.
The Zambezi has carved basalt gorges for millennia; the falls were first recorded by David Livingstone in the 19th century and the river’s power still defines regional geography and culture. Across the border in northern Botswana, Chobe’s floodplains and riverfront sustain large elephant herds and seasonal concentrations of plains game; the park’s mosaic of savanna, marsh and river channels is shaped by annual flood cycles.
Practical guidance: expect full days on the river — day one includes a 28 km stretch with multiple class 5 rapids and beach camping at Rapid #21. Gear such as dry bags and sleeping bags is provided; bring personal quick-dry layers, footwear that grips wet surfaces, and a reusable water bottle. Portages around Moemba Falls (a class 6 section) require short carries; be prepared for physical work and variable weather. After rafting you’ll transfer to Kasane and stay near Chobe River, with game drives, a river cruise, and an optional helicopter return over the gorge.
Logistics: pre-trip briefings in Victoria Falls are mandatory the day before departure. Make sure passports, visas, and recommended vaccinations are in order; national park fees are included. This trip is best for travellers comfortable with sustained physical effort who want both high-adrenaline river running and classic African safari viewing.
The itinerary includes sustained class 4–5 rapids on day one with technical passages and one class 6 portage; skilled guides manage lines, but strong swimming ability and physical fitness are required.
National park fees are included; meals vary by day—breakfasts, lunches and several dinners are covered as outlined in the itinerary.
Logistics vary; contact the operator ahead of booking—some transfers and timings are fixed around the rafting schedule, but tailored options may be available.
Check entry requirements for Zimbabwe and Botswana for your nationality and consult a travel clinic for recommended vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis well before travel.
SHOCKWAVE ADVENTURES operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Dawn cuts a silver line across the Zambezi as the first rafts slip over Batoka Gorge. Guides check straps, the morning mist from Victoria Falls still hangs in the air, and the river already seems to dare you forward. This six-day itinerary pairs three days of intense whitewater through the upper Batoka Gorge with three days of game drives and a boat cruise in Chobe National Park — a rhythm of adrenaline and slow wildlife watching.
Dawn cuts a silver line across the Zambezi as the first rafts slip over Batoka Gorge. Guides check straps, the morning mist from Victoria Falls still hangs in the air, and the river already seems to dare you forward. This six-day itinerary pairs three days of intense whitewater through the upper Batoka Gorge with three days of game drives and a boat cruise in Chobe National Park — a rhythm of adrenaline and slow wildlife watching.
The Zambezi has carved basalt gorges for millennia; the falls were first recorded by David Livingstone in the 19th century and the river’s power still defines regional geography and culture. Across the border in northern Botswana, Chobe’s floodplains and riverfront sustain large elephant herds and seasonal concentrations of plains game; the park’s mosaic of savanna, marsh and river channels is shaped by annual flood cycles.
Practical guidance: expect full days on the river — day one includes a 28 km stretch with multiple class 5 rapids and beach camping at Rapid #21. Gear such as dry bags and sleeping bags is provided; bring personal quick-dry layers, footwear that grips wet surfaces, and a reusable water bottle. Portages around Moemba Falls (a class 6 section) require short carries; be prepared for physical work and variable weather. After rafting you’ll transfer to Kasane and stay near Chobe River, with game drives, a river cruise, and an optional helicopter return over the gorge.
Logistics: pre-trip briefings in Victoria Falls are mandatory the day before departure. Make sure passports, visas, and recommended vaccinations are in order; national park fees are included. This trip is best for travellers comfortable with sustained physical effort who want both high-adrenaline river running and classic African safari viewing.