The Zambezi River is the fourth largest river in Africa. The river’s source is in the Mwinilunga District in the northwest of Zambia, extending for 2700 kms.
The mighty Zambezi River flows through many countries, the Victoria Falls, Lake Kariba, the Lower Zambezi National Park. Mana Pools National Park and finally reaches the Indian Ocean via Mozambique.
The Zambezi River provides food, power, transport, aquatic activities and is home to numerous wildlife species. The river is an endless source of activity and provides tourists with various options for their Zambia safari experience.
The richness of the river makes the Zambezi River the ultimate angling experience. The river banks support abundant game and the opportunity to experience game viewing from a canoe, houseboat or boat. The river also feeds Lake Tanganyika (the world’s longest lake), lake Kariba and Lake Mweru.
The river also supports the wilderness areas in the national parks and provides some of the best sightings of pods of hippo and prolific crocodiles. The extent of the Zambezi River means that various areas may be affected by heavy rain and flooding in the months of November to April; Access to the majority of the regions is by air or by road. Due to the expansion of towns and tourism access and logistics are more refined.
Stay at the Best Zambezi River Safari Lodges
Zambezi River safari lodges offer a front-row seat to Zambia's most iconic waterway, along shimmering channels and wildlife-filled banks.
Stay in river-facing suites, glide out on Zambezi River boat safaris at sunrise, or watch hippos surface below your deck as you sip evening drinks.
These Zambezi River safari lodges blend serene waterside living with unforgettable wildlife encounters, making the Zambezi a destination that is great for both relaxing and partaking in exhilerating activities.
Baines' River Camp offers a luxury Zambezi River safari lodge experience in the Lower Zambezi National Park....
Discerning guests and honeymoon couples will enjoy Tintswalo at Siankaba, a Zambezi River Lodge close to Livingstone and Victoria Falls....
The River Club is a tranquil oasis on the Zambezi River near Livingstone and Victoria Falls. The perfect place to start or end your safari i...
Tangala House is a large and unique family safari home located on the banks of the Zambezi River, 15 km upstream from the magnificent Victor...
This Zambia game lodge is the ideal retreat for fishing and exploring on a Zambezi River safari. Guests at Sekoma Island can take on the Tig...
Experience your 'Out of Africa' stylish safari at the Royal Chundu Zambezi River Lodge near Victoria Falls, where everyday is a adventure...
Royal Chundu Zambezi Island Lodge is perfectly set on a small, intimate island called Katombora, right in the middle of the majestic Zambezi...
Our 4 Day Zambezi River Island Retreat is an ideal getaway for couples or honeymooners. Escape to a romantic island in the heart of the Zamb...