Upper Zambezi Canoeing, Zambia

Physical Features of the River

This section of the river is quite unlike the better-known section below Lake Kariba. The Upper Zambezi River is regarded as free flow, as a dam does not control it and as such the water is subject to seasonal variation. Floods begin in December and normally peak in April / May.

Therefore, throughout the season the route varies as new channels open with the rise in water level. The Upper Zambezi has numerous heavily wooded islands, which are dissected by channels that may be several kilometres in length and vary in width from one to twenty metres.

The vegetation predominately consists of Ebonies, Waterberries, Palms and a tremendous variety of Acacia and Albizia. The rapids are small and at their peak are only classed as grade two, which is the second easiest grade.

Wildlife

The Zambia tour passes through the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, where clients have a good opportunity of viewing the endangered White Rhino, the only concentration on the Zambezi River. There are at least 50 common species of bird that can be seen from your craft when on your canoe safari in Zambia.

Equipment

Sixteen-foot inflatable rafts and crocodile canoes are used on your canoe safari in Zambia. America’s Cup high flotation life jackets are supplied to clients before the days canoeing.

Experience & Fitness

No previous experience is required and clients need not be proficient swimmers when on their canoe safari in Zambia.

Minimum and Maximum PAX

Age Restriction

The minimum age for canoe trips using crocodiles is 12 years.
There is no maximum age.

Client Requirements

The appropriate dress required is shorts, T-Shirts, shoes and sunscreen and a wide brimmed hat. Dry bags are provided for cameras and valuables when on your canoe safari in Zambia.

Video & Photographs

Videos and photographs will be provided on request for group bookings only and will be shown the same evening.