Kayaking

Tandem Kayak The Zambezi River

This is surely the most exhillerating way to experience the Zambezi River. You will be in the front seat of a double whitewater kayak, paddling through all the biggest and best rapids on the Zambezi River. Your experienced guide will tell you when to paddle and when to take in the amazing view and plentiful wildlife you may see on your trip. We'll accompany other kayakers on the way down the river and sample a wonderful lunch during your trip down the Zambezi River. Paddle into Stairway to Heaven, Gullivers Travel, The Midnight Diner, The Mother and world famous Oblivion. This trip is legendary and 100% pure fun!

Kayaking

One Day

1-2 paddlers

GBP£145

Other Adventure Activities Available

Your Day

We will collect you from your hotel and drive to the top of the Batoka Gorge where you take the stunning walk to the river. Here you will be given your equipment for the trip, a spraydeck, a high float life jacket, helmet and paddle. Your guide will spend time with you in the flat water at rapid 1 explaining exit techniques from your boat, and how best to paddle your boat down the Zambezi River. Your first taste of kayaking will be a surf session at rapid 2 beneath the Victoria Falls Bungy bridge. Then we are into our first big rapids, Morning Glory, Stairway to Heaven, Gullivers Travels and The Mighnight Diner all before lunch! The afternoon sees more spectacular whitewater including a finale to remember in Oblivion. After a ride out on the Gondola, we'll give you a well deserved beer or cold drink and have you back in town by 5pm.

Pick Up Point & Time

Let us know where you are staying in Livingstone and we'll collect you between 7.30 am and 8.30 am at your hotel. When you book, we'll let you know your approximate collection time. At the conclusion of your kayaking trip, we'll have you back at your hotel by 5pm.

What You Need To Bring With You

We suggest the following for your trip.

Waterbottle (this can be secured in your kayak)
Swimsuit and or shorts
Sturdy and secure river shoes (we recommend Chaco or Keen)
T shirt, lycra top or long sleeved shirt for sun protection
Thermal top for trips in August and November - January.
Sunscreen and lipbalm

Many items needed can be bought from www.zambezirafting.com/riverwear

The Small Print

Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: None... go for it!
Maximum Weight: 90kg (200lbs)
Swimming Ability: Required
Previous Kayaking Experience: Not required
Photos & Video: This can generally be purchased after your trip.
All guides are fully certified and trained in river running, first aid and swiftwater recue.
A satelite Phone, comprehensive first aid kit and stretcher are carried on all trips
We strongly recommend Travel Insurance from your home country in the unlikely even you are injured and need to return home.
All clients will be required to sign and indemnity form before they can go on the river.
Please notify us of any dietary requirements whilst booking. Failure to do so may result in your option not being available.

We find most of our clients have in their posession already what is needed for a river journey. We have broken down here the items into what you'll need on the river and in camp. An equipment list of what you will require for your adventure will be sent to you prior to your departure.

River Fashion:

A pair of Chacos or similar sandals. Trainers are also okay.
A pair of River shorts or swimming costume.
Long sleeved business shirt to wear under your life jacket in hot destinations.
A baseball cap for under the helmet to keep sun off.
Wide brimmed sunhat.
Sunglasses.
Chums for fastening your sunglasses to your head.
Nalgene or similar water bottle.
Carabiner for fastening water bottle to your boat.
Thermal Top for cooler destinations. Medium weight - Heavyweight Capilene or polypropylene is the best.
Waterproof sunscreen and lip balm SPF15 minimum.

For evenings and around camp

Lightweight long trousers.
Lightweight Long Sleeved shirt.
Fleece jacket.
Ladies should bring a long skirt or sarong to cover your legs whilst in the company of locals.
Underwear.
Glasses or Contact lenses. Disposable lenses are ideal.
Toiletries. Toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap and shampoo.
Forget the cosmetics and hair dryer! But we do suggest moisturizer.
Hand wipes
A 3-season sleeping bag.
Travel Pillow.
Small pack towel.
Headlamp or head torch and spare batteries.
Shoes or boots for wearing around camp and on hikes.
Insect Repellent.
Any medication you may be taking.

Optional Items

Your favourite book or a journal for recording your river memories.
Sketchpad.
Photographic or video equipment. On most expeditions we provide a waterproof pelicase for these items. We recommend a cleaning kit as sand gets everywhere. Bring a spare memory card or plenty of film. Also bring spare batteries for your camera.
Waterproof disposable for the "action" on the raft shots.
Swiss Army Knife or Leatherman.
An extra bag to bring back a wooden hippo, a carpet, Thanka or anything else you may purchase on your holiday.
An iPod or other music preferences. We have speakers.

Personal Spending

The only money that you need to bring is for meals in town, souvenirs, DVD, personal items and the beer kitty for the raft trip if you drink. Please remember that many of the countries we visit do offer Credit Card and ATM facilities and for a small charge you can withdraw cash either from your account or Credit Card for convenience.
If you wish to pass on a gratuity to your guide we leave this entirely up to you.
Basically, we advise you to keep things as light as possible, without skimping on the necessities. It is great to bring back a load of goodies for everybody back at home.

You do NOT need to bring

Tents, sleeping mats.

Interested in this amazing holiday?