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Zambezi Sundowner Cruise
Drinks in hand as the sun sinks into the Zambezi, with hippos grunting and elephants on the banks.
About 2 hours
Upper Zambezi, Zimbabwe
Hotel pick-up included
Late afternoon
From
per person + $12 park fee
Overview
Above the Falls the Zambezi is wide, slow and dotted with islands. There’s no better place to end a day. The sundowner cruise drifts upstream past hippo pods and crocodiles, with elephants often coming down to drink and fish eagles calling overhead.
Snacks and drinks are served as the light turns gold, and the sun drops into the river in spectacular fashion. It’s relaxed, social and one of the best-loved evenings at Victoria Falls.
- Sunset on the upper Zambezi
- Hippo, crocodile and often elephant
- Drinks and snacks on board
- A relaxed, social evening
Prices are in US$ per person and include VAT. The park, conservation or activity levy is paid separately. Rates are valid until December 2026 and all activities are subject to availability.
Your experience, step by step
- 1Afternoon
Pick-up
Collection from your hotel for the jetty.
- 2Cruise
Upstream on the Zambezi
Wildlife, birdlife and island scenery.
- 3Sunset
Sundowners
Drinks and snacks as the sun sets.
- 4Return
Back to your hotel
Transfer back after dark.
What's included
- Return hotel transfers
- Sunset cruise
- Drinks and snacks on board
- VAT
What's not included
- River fee ($12 pp)
- Gratuities
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Frequently asked questions
Are drinks included?
Yes. Local beers, wine, soft drinks and snacks are served on board.
Will I see animals?
Hippos and crocodiles almost always. Elephants often come to the banks, especially in the dry season.
Which cruise should I choose?
The Sundowner is the classic. The Royal cruise adds luxury, and the Dinner cruise adds a plated meal.
From
per person + $12 park fee
- Reply from our Victoria Falls team
- Hotel pick-up arranged
- No payment until confirmed
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