800.866.1623

12-night Wildlife & The Falls Cruise/Land Package: 1-night Johannesburg, 4-Night Wildlife Cruise, 2-nights Victoria Falls, 2-nights Johannesburg, 3-nights Greater Kruger National Park

Roundtrip Johannesburg
12-night Wildlife & The Falls Cruise/Land Package: 1-night Johannesburg, 4-Night Wildlife Cruise, 2-nights Victoria Falls, 2-nights Johannesburg, 3-nights Greater Kruger National Park
September 20, 2026
AmaWaterways: Zambezi Queen
Roundtrip Johannesburg
Vacation Offer ID 1616376
Reference this number when contacting our travel specialist.
Call for pricing
Request a Quote View Details
Overview
|
Ship Info
|
Activities & Services
|
Staterooms
|
Deckplans

Cruise Inclusions

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS

  • 4 nights deluxe accommodation in an air-conditioned balcony suite
  • Bottled water replenished daily

AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES

  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during the cruise and a Tour Director during land package
  • Game viewing deck with pool
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar

DINING AND CUISINE

  • All onboard dining, including a traditional African dinner
  • Regionally inspired cuisine
  • Welcome Dinner
  • Complimentary wine, beer and local spirits

A WORLD OF EXPLORATION

  • Chobe National Park safari
  • Exclusive private picnic in Chobe National Park
  • Private boat safaris along the Chobe riverbank and its channels
  • Visit to an African village for a unique cultural interaction
  • 3 nights in a suite at an exclusive and luxurious lodge (Tintswalo Safari Lodge or similar)

Land Package

  • 1 night Johannesburg at the luxurious Fairlawns Boutique Hotel in a Grand Château suite, including breakfast
  • 2-night stay at the Victoria Falls Hotel in an upgraded stable wing room, including daily breakfast
  • Cocktail reception aboard a vintage steam train followed by dinner on the train
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls National Park
  • Exclusive Sundowner Cruise with tapas, followed by dinner
  • 2 nights in Johannesburg at the Fairlawns Boutique Hotel in a Chateau suite, including daily breakfast
  • Special dinner and presentation
  • Soweto tour with local lunch
  • Daily morning, afternoon and evening game drives
  • All meals, drinks and laundry service
  • All airport transfers

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare from your city
Optional shore excursions

  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Johannesburg

Johannesburg 09/20/2026

Arrival transfer and hotel check-in-ARRIVE IN JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA. After being greeted at the airport by an AmaWaterways Representative, transfer to the Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa in the desirable Sandton neighborhood. The hotel’s extensive gardens have captured the spirit, grace and elegance of a bygone era.
09/20/2026 09/20/2026
Johannesburg

Johannesburg 09/21/2026

Late morning flight to Kasane, Botswana-KASANE, BOTSWANA – ZAMBEZI QUEEN – EMBARKATION. Fly to Kasane, Botswana where you’ll be transferred to the Chobe River. Tender boats will take you to the Zambezi Queen moored on the Namibia side of the river. Settle into your stateroom and in the evening, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner. (B,D)
09/21/2026 09/21/2026
Kasane

Kasane 09/21/2026

EMBARKATION-KASANE, BOTSWANA – ZAMBEZI QUEEN – EMBARKATION. Fly to Kasane, Botswana where you’ll be transferred to the Chobe River. Tender boats will take you to the Zambezi Queen moored on the Namibia side of the river. Settle into your stateroom and in the evening, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner. (B,D) Zambezi Queen-Welcome Cocktail & Dinner-KASANE, BOTSWANA – ZAMBEZI QUEEN – EMBARKATION. Fly to Kasane, Botswana where you’ll be transferred to the Chobe River. Tender boats will take you to the Zambezi Queen moored on the Namibia side of the river. Settle into your stateroom and in the evening, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner. (B,D)
09/21/2026 09/21/2026
Chobe River

Chobe River 09/22/2026

Chobe River safaris by boat-ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Embark on an exhilarating morning boat safari exploring the Chobe River’s diverse game. Afterwards, return to the Zambezi Queen for lunch. Later in the day, enjoy another thrilling boat safari. (B,L,D)
09/22/2026 09/22/2026
Chobe River

Chobe River 09/23/2026

Full-day safari of Chobe National Park by open-top 4x4 vehicle with picnic lunch-ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Join a full-day safari of Chobe National Park in open-top 4x4 vehicles. Be on the lookout for elephants, giraffes, zebras, sables, warthogs and cape buffalo. For lunch, take a seat under the trees and savor a delicious picnic. (B,L,D)
09/23/2026 09/23/2026
Chobe River

Chobe River 09/24/2026

Morning visit to local African village-ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Start the day off with an unforgettable visit to a typical African village to experience the local culture. Spend time with the village children as well as its elders. After lunch on board, you can go on a boat safari, bird watch or fish. Enjoy a festive African- themed dinner hosted by your crew—complete with music and dancing. (B,L,D) Zambezi Queen-Afternoon safari by boat-ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Start the day off with an unforgettable visit to a typical African village to experience the local culture. Spend time with the village children as well as its elders. After lunch on board, you can go on a boat safari, bird watch or fish. Enjoy a festive African- themed dinner hosted by your crew—complete with music and dancing. (B,L,D) Zambezi Queen- OR Bird watching -ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Start the day off with an unforgettable visit to a typical African village to experience the local culture. Spend time with the village children as well as its elders. After lunch on board, you can go on a boat safari, bird watch or fish. Enjoy a festive African- themed dinner hosted by your crew—complete with music and dancing. (B,L,D) Zambezi Queen- OR Fishing -ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Start the day off with an unforgettable visit to a typical African village to experience the local culture. Spend time with the village children as well as its elders. After lunch on board, you can go on a boat safari, bird watch or fish. Enjoy a festive African- themed dinner hosted by your crew—complete with music and dancing. (B,L,D) Zambezi Queen-African themed dinner-ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Start the day off with an unforgettable visit to a typical African village to experience the local culture. Spend time with the village children as well as its elders. After lunch on board, you can go on a boat safari, bird watch or fish. Enjoy a festive African- themed dinner hosted by your crew—complete with music and dancing. (B,L,D)
09/24/2026 09/24/2026
Kasane

Kasane 09/25/2026

Morning cruise during breakfast-ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark your cruise in Kasane. (B) Zambezi Queen-DISEMBARKATION-ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark your cruise in Kasane. (B)
09/25/2026 09/25/2026
Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls 09/25/2026

Transfer to Victoria Falls-ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark your cruise in Kasane. (B) Victoria Falls-Sunset cocktail reception aboard a vintage steam train, followed by dinner on the train-ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark your cruise in Kasane. (B)
09/25/2026 09/27/2026
Johannesburg
09/27/2026 09/29/2026
Kruger National Park
09/29/2026 10/02/2026
Johannesburg
10/02/2026 10/02/2026
AmaWaterways: Zambezi Queen
Designed specifically for wildlife viewing, the intimate 28-passenger Zambezi Queen made her debut in one of the world’s most captivating places, Africa’s legendary Chobe River. As she drifts along the river, animals perceive no threat, affording you with once-in-a-lifetime up-close game experiences. Additionally, to ensure no harm to the environment, the eco-friendly Zambezi Queen uses a water jet propulsion system, fuel-efficient and low-emission generators, and a solar heating system. An enclosed, air-conditioned dining room, lounge and bar grace the top deck, as well as an open-air Sun Deck complete with plunge pool. Suites feature private balconies where you can enjoy unobstructed views of the river and African landscape. Throughout the day, be treated to complimentary South African wines, beer, local spirits, soft drinks and bottled water. And on one special night, enjoy an African-themed dinner with traditional dishes and entertainment.
Ship Highlights
  • Lavish suite with an outside balcony is perfect for game-viewing and enjoying the scenery on the Chobe River
  • Award-Winning Cuisine at Dining Room in absolute opulence whilst taking in the unique African surrounds
  • With panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the boat, everywhere you go you can take advantage of magnificent wildlife viewing
Ship Statistics
Built Year
2009
Last Refurbished
2019
Registry
Namibia
Built In
Namibia
Home Port
Kasane
Beam
26 ft (7.8 m)
Ship Length
150 ft (45.7 m)
Passenger Capacity
28
Number of Crew
22
Number of Staterooms
14
Number of Suites
4
Dining / Restaurants
1
Pool
Yes
Bars / Lounges
1

Dining

Dining
While on board the Zambezi Queen, guests will dine in absolute opulence whilst taking in the unique African surrounds. Situated on the 3rd level, the dining room offers unobstructed views on three sides. Experience delectable dishes such as butternut and macadamia soup and fillet of beef with bordelaise sauce paired with the perfect wine.

Bars & Lounges

Bars & Lounges
With panoramic floor to ceiling windows throughout the boat, everywhere you go you can take advantage of magnificent wildlife viewing.

Onboard Activities

Onboard Activities
Professional and friendly crew will go above and beyond to ensure you have a memorable experience.

Balcony

Balcony Stateroom (SB) Call for pricing
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: SB
  • Middle Deck
  • Square Feet: 215
Size: 215 sq. ft. Private Balcony. Located on Middle deck. Features: In-room temperature control and fan, Deluxe hotel-style bedding and oversized king beds (can also be configured as two single beds), Spacious en-suite bathrooms, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, Floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors and sliding shutters for privacy and protection from the sun, Outside balcony.
Balcony Stateroom (SA) Call for pricing
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: SA
  • Middle Deck
  • Lower Deck
  • Square Feet: 235
Size: 235 sq. ft. Private Balcony. Located on Lower & Middle deck. Features: In-room temperature control and fan, Deluxe hotel-style bedding and over-sized king beds (can also be configured as two single beds), Spacious en-suite bathrooms, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, Floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors and sliding shutters for privacy and protection from the sun, Outside balcony.

Suite

Luxury Suite (LS) Call for pricing
Luxury Suite
  • Category: LS
  • Middle Deck
Size: 300 sq. ft. Private Balcony with sitting area. Located on Lower & Middle deck. Features: In-room temperature control and fan, Deluxe hotel-style bedding and oversized king beds (can also be configured as two single beds), Spacious en-suite bathrooms, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, Floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors and sliding shutters for privacy and protection from the sun, Outside balcony.

Rates are cruise or cruise/land only, per person, based on double occupancy and include port charges. Intra-air (where required) is included in the fare. No additional government fees/ taxes or fuel surcharge. No fees for the rate of exchange US$-EUR. Unless explicitly stated that single supplement is waived, solo travelers in a double occupancy stateroom must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Upper Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite (LS)
  • Balcony Stateroom (SA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (SB)
Middle Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite (LS)
  • Balcony Stateroom (SA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (SB)
Lower Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite (LS)
  • Balcony Stateroom (SA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (SB)