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title: "Zambezi River cruise (almost) to Victoria Falls"
description: "A sunset cruise on Zambezi river is a wonderful way to soak up the atmosphere of this magnificent river before it plummets down to make Victoria Falls."
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# Zambezi River cruise (almost) to Victoria Falls

> A sunset cruise on the Zambezi River aboard the Zambezi Explorer offers panoramic river views, abundant wildlife, and gourmet snacks — drifting to within sight of Victoria Falls' rising mist without venturing dangerously close to the falls themselves.

## What to see
- **Victoria Falls mist and rainbow** — Cruise boats keep a safe distance but passengers can see the mist rising from the falls, often lit in rainbow colors.
- **Hippos and crocodiles** — The captain steers close to wildlife sightings along the river banks.
- **Birdlife** — Abundant bird species are visible along the Zambezi during the cruise.

## What to do
- **Zambezi Explorer Sunset Cruise** — A sunset river cruise operated by Zambezi Explorer Cruise Line, with a Signature Deck offering upper-deck views, a lounge, and continuous snack service including crocodile skewers and sushi.

## Good to know
The Signature Deck upgrade includes access to the uppermost deck, a bar lounge, and extensive snack service substantial enough to replace dinner. The Safari Source can assist with tips and bookings for this cruise.

## Photos

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    caption: "Victoria Falls rainbow spray"
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    captured: 2016-05-30
    credit: "travelmemo.com"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Isaiah-snacks-Zambesi-River-Cruise.jpg"
    caption: "Isaiah serving tasty snacks"
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    captured: 2016-05-30
    credit: "travelmemo.com"
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    caption: "Cheese and vegetable skewers"
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    captured: 2016-05-30
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    caption: "Sushi"
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    captured: 2016-05-30
    credit: "travelmemo.com"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Walter-Schaerer-Katja-Zambesi-River-Cruise.jpg"
    caption: "Walter & Katja enjoying the cruise"
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    captured: 2016-05-30
    credit: "travelmemo.com"
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    caption: "Bar at the signature deck"
    keywords: ["Cruise Company", "Zambesi Explorer", "Zambesi River", "Zambesi River Cruise", "Zimbabwe", "bar", "signature deck", "sunset"]
    captured: 2016-05-30
    credit: "travelmemo.com"
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    caption: "Top floor signature deck"
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    caption: "Zambesi river cruise at the blue hour"
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    captured: 2016-05-30
    credit: "travelmemo.com"
```