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Board the luxurious Zambezi Queen for an engaging and exciting safari river cruise of wild Botswana. While you cruise the winding Zambezi River, you will see the animals of the plains from quite a different perspective - the water! Watch from the comfort of your cabin as animals come right up to the shores of the river to nourish themselves. Along the way, day excursions will include all of the classic activities, from game drives to safari hikes to visiting indigenous communities and tribes to learn about their way of life. Plus, your cruise might also visit other top destinations along and around the river, like Tanzania, Victoria Falls, and South Africa. Let us know when you're ready to start planning your Botswana river cruise!
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Giraffe herd silhouette against sunset
from $3,470
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Victoria Falls & Chobe National Park

5 Day Itinerary
  • View the iconic Victoria Falls
  • Explore Victoria Falls
  • Enjoy multiple game drives
  • Visit a local village
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 5-day Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park tour is great for those short on time or for adding to a South Africa tour. View the iconic Victoria Falls from a sunset luxury cruise and view game from the Ngoma Safari Lodge in Botswana.
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African Penguin
from $12,885
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Discover Africa

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Explore Cape Town’s iconic beauty
  • Visit Cape Point's stunning reserve
  • Spot penguins at Boulders Beach
  • Savor wine in Cape Winelands
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Cape Town / Johannesburg
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen from Cape Town to Johannesburg, featuring three nights in Cape Town with iconic sites like Table Mountain and Boulders Beach. Experience a Chobe River safari near Victoria Falls, concluding with two nights at this natural wonder.
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Zambezi Queen, Africa Safari
from $18,520
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Rivers & Rails of Africa

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Enjoy a cable car up Table Mountain
  • Discover local vineyards
  • Visit Kasenu Village
  • Safari through Chobe National Park
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise featuring three nights in Cape Town and a wildlife safari on the Zambezi Queen along the Chobe River. After exploring Victoria Falls, enjoy a luxurious journey on Rovos Rail through Zimbabwe and South Africa, complete with fine dining and stunning scenery.
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A Maasai warrior walks across the African bush
from $20,770
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Golden Trails of Africa

Johannesburg - Arusha - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Take a safari in search of wildlife
  • Discover Ngorongoro’s vast crater
  • Explore vibrant Soweto’s history
  • Spot Big Five in Serengeti
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Johannesburg / Arusha
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Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Tanzania aboard the Zambezi Queen. Enjoy thrilling safaris, visit Victoria Falls, explore Tanzania’s wildlife, and search for the Big Five in the Serengeti.
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A variety of wildlife in Africa.
from $17,520
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Stars of South Africa

Cape Town to Johannesburg - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Tour famous wineries
  • Take a cable car ride
  • Drive through Chobe National Park
  • Experience the local culture
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Cape Town / Johannesburg
Activity Level
Variable
This two-week adventure combines a stay in Cape Town, a river cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen, and a stay in the private Tintswalo Atlantic game lodge. Experience the best of South Africa with the opportunity to visit national parks, take game drives, and visit Victoria Falls, all in one itinerary!
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Elephant at sunset in the Chobe River
from $13,870
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From the Cape to the Falls

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Explore Table Mountain
  • Tour historic Robben Island
  • Spot wildlife on the Chobe River
  • Walk around Victoria Falls
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Cape Town / Johannesburg
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 10-day river cruise on the Zambezi Queen, starting with a three-night stay in Cape Town, featuring Table Mountain, Robben Island, and wine tasting. Then, enjoy safaris in Chobe National Park and a guided tour of Victoria Falls before flying to Johannesburg for your journey home.
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Take a game drive in the Masai Mara region of Kenya
from $20,645
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Classic Kenya & Southern Africa

Johannesburg - Nairobi - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Explore the Chobe River
  • Visit elephants in Nairobi
  • Spot wildlife in Amboseli
  • Tour the wild Maasai Mara
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Johannesburg / Nairobi
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 15-day cruise on the Zambezi Queen, starting in Johannesburg and flying to Kasane for a wildlife adventure in Chobe National Park. Experience the wonders of Victoria Falls, Nairobi's cultural scene, Amboseli's landscapes, and the breathtaking Maasai Mara in Kenya.
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A herd of zebras quench their thirst at a watering hole.
from $18,620
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Iconic Africa

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Tour scenic Cape Town
  • Visit a Chobe River village
  • Discover Greater Kruger
  • Explore vibrant Johannesburg
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Cape Town / Johannesburg
Activities
Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Wildlife Viewing, Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration, Rainforest Exploration, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 15-day cruise starting in Cape Town, visiting iconic sites like Robben Island before three nights on the Zambezi Queen, exploring Chobe National Park. The journey continues to stunning Victoria Falls, Johannesburg, and concludes with three nights at Greater Kruger National Park, featuring thrilling game drives.
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Victoria Falls
from $12,661
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Safari Cruise in Zambezi River with Extended Stay at Cape Peninsula

Port-to-Port Cruise - 13 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream
  • Cape Town city tour
  • Visit Robben Island's prison
  • Explore Cape of Good Hope
  • Discover Namibian culture
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Cape Town / Victoria Falls
Activities
Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Variable
Travel from Cape Town to Victoria Falls, experiencing history, nature, and wildlife along the way. Embark on a 4-day cruise exploring Lake Kariba aboard African Dream. This adventure includes city tours, wildlife encounters, and offers a diverse and immersive exploration of Southern Africa.
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Lilac-breasted Roller in Namibia
from $20,445
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African Wonders & the Skeleton Coast

Johannesburg - Windhoek - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Observe Chobe River wildlife
  • Tour beautiful Victoria Falls
  • Explore the NamibRand Reserve
  • Explore Namib-Naukluft Park
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Johannesburg / Windhoek
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 17-day cruise on the Zambezi Queen, starting in Johannesburg and exploring Botswana's Chobe River, Victoria Falls, and Namibian landscapes. Enjoy wildlife drives, a sunset on the Zambezi, and cultural insights before concluding your adventure in Windhoek.
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A close up of a type of traditional dress worn in Africa.
from $8,340
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Safari Cruise along the Zambezi River, South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe

Lake Kariba to Victoria Falls - 9 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream
  • Explore Impalila Island villages
  • Explore Chobe National Park
  • Discover Matusadona’s rare wildlife
  • Walk Victoria Falls viewpoints
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Johannesburg / Victoria Falls
Activity Level
Variable
Sail aboard the African Dream on a 9-day cruise through southern Africa’s most iconic landscapes. This journey combines land, river, and air to offer an immersive look at Africa’s nature, history, and culture, without backtracking or long overland drives.
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