Whether you're tackling Victoria Falls from Zambia or Zimbabwe this is where you qualify for some "extreme discounts" - up to 38% off!

Quite simply you choose from our selection of standard trips, make up a package that suits you, make your booking in advance, arrive, present your voucher and just enjoy!

These combos include rafting, canoeing, sunset cruises, elephant back trails, the lion encounter in Zimbabwe, helicopter flights in Zambia. "Positively the cheapest way to combine Victoria Falls activities".

Comprehensive guidelines on whitewater rafting in the Victoria Falls' Batoka Gorge. Includes details on all of the rafting options from the one day trips to multi-day expeditions plus descriptions of the individual rapids and the Zambezi Report for an update on current river conditions.

Acclaimed as the wildest one-day whitewater run in the World, the Zambezi River is also recognized by rafting and kayaking enthusiasts as one of the top ten paddling rivers on the planet!

If you don't immediately associate the terms "Stairway to Heaven" and "Oblivion" with adventure then you haven't experienced Zambezi Whitewater!

The Batoka Rapids

White Water Rafting on the Zambezi River in Victoria Falls has been classified by the British Canoe Union as Grade 5 - "extremely difficult, long and violent rapids, steep gradients, big drops and pressure areas". This is a high volume, pool-drop river with little exposed rock either in the rapids or in the pools below the rapids. Pick up a rapid-by-rapid account through the Batoka Gorge....

The Batoka rapids below Victoria Falls were run in a raft for the first time in March 1981

Falcon was one of the first commercial rafting operations in the early 90's and has established itself as the leading whitewater outfit in Zambia: first in safety, gear, river guides and back-up.
The company also pioneered river-boarding on the Zambezi and is recognized as the top kayaking outfit on the Zambian shoreline at Victoria Falls.
The Zambezi Waterfront located 4km upstream of the falls is the official base from which we conduct our rafting, kayaking and riverboarding operations.

Find out more about our whitewater rafting options - we offer half and full day trips plus multi-day expeditions and a range of adventure combinations.

Falcon operates year round. River conditions are determined by seasonally predictable fluctuations in water levels. Low water season generally runs from August to January each year - this is when the Zambezi is at its very wildest. We're in high water from about February to July with a short "closed season" around April/May depending on the season's rains. The River Report is an update on current rafting conditions in Victoria Falls.

walk with lion cubs at Masuwe (Zimbabwe) - introduced in 2005 - must be booked in advance

We offer a unique and stimulating wildlife adventure from Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe).

Situated on the Masuwe Estate, only 10 minutes from the centre of Victoria Falls town you'll find a group of lion cubs ranging from 3 to 16 months of age. These lion cubs offer guests an unparalleled experience and insight into the behaviour of this threatened African species.

The "walking with lions" encounter is an opportunity to interact with 2 or 3 cubs for up to an hour and a half during a single session.

The lions are unrestrained and roam free as you join them on a walk through riverine vegetation and African bush on the banks of the Masuwe River.

The encounter is fully supervised and professionally managed by an experienced and qualified team who have been working with lions for over 20 years originally at Gweru's Antelope Park.
This activity is available in Zimbabwe only but arrangements can be easily made for guests staying in Livingstone on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls.

• "elephant back safaris" morning and afternoon
• "elephant encounters" during the middle of the day
• these options are available in both Zimbabwe and Zambia

A selection of short canoe trails and multi-day canoe safaris upstream of Victoria Falls
The canoe trails operate above Victoria Falls and are the perfect activity for those who want to experience the tranquility of the Zambezi River as they paddle downstream with the current in inflatable two-man canoes.

The trails begin approximately 25km upstream from the the Victoria Falls and during the day about 18km is spent canoeing with a stop at an island for lunch.
At the end of the day, the trip reaches the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park boundary where clients are met by vehicles for a drive through the National park.

In the park, clients have a good opportunity for spotting the endangered white rhino. The safari ends at the Zambezi Waterfront.

Overnight canoe safaris camp on an island. Sundowner drinks are enjoyed before dinner and a night to remember is experienced beneath the African stars. The following morning clients have the option of paddling approximately two hours downstream to the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park for a take-out. Alternatively the safari can end at Thorntree River Lodge which entails an hour's paddle.

• MV Makumbi - maximum 100 pax (double decker)
• Jambesi - maximum 20 pax
• Breakfast cruise comprises buffet of eggs, bacon, danish pastries, tea, coffee, juice
• Lunch/sunset/dinner cruises comprise buffet of pies, sausage rolls, chicken wings, quiches
•  Seated dinner available on the MV Makumbi on the river - maximum 20; docked at the jetty - maximum 30
• Fully stocked bar includes beer, wine, selection of spirits, mixers and soft drinks
• Kakunka Island upstream of the Waterfront is accessible to the MV Makumbi and is an ideal lunch spot and special events venue

Short flips over the Falls or down the Batoka Gorge - must be booked in advance
Falcon offers a 15 or 30 minute flip over Victoria Falls. The helicopter seating is designed so that all passengers have a good view on the Falls and the scenery below.

Flights operate all day and have a capacity for five passengers. Charter flights are also available.
An option is to include a helicopter flip with a white water rafting trip through the Batoka Gorge - it saves the walk from the bottom of the gorge at the end of the day!

The sport involves "surfing" the rapids on body boards accompanied by a qualified River Guide.

The first commercial river boarding operation was established in Queenstown, New Zealand by Jon Imhoof in 1989. Jon joined the team at Falcon Safaris Excellence to pioneer Zambezi Riverboarding in 1996.
The sport involves "surfing" the rapids on body boards accompanied by a qualified River Guide. Basic riverboarding skills are taught in still water before progressing into moving water. Enthusiastic boarders can stop at "play spots" along the way to surf, ride whirlies and "squirt" (best described as flying underwater).

All you need is to be reasonably fit and be prepared to "Go for it!"
A cameraman accompanies the trip taking video footage and photographs which are shown at the end of the day at the Zambezi Waterfront.
Riverboarding is best arranged in conjunction with a one day rafting trip. It's also included as an option with the Zambezi Extreme Combos

The "Low Water" Trip - August to January

The "low water" trip starts in the Boiling Pot followed by a few hours playing the "Roller coaster" and "Flow Rider". "Morning Glory", rapid #4 is very technical and the rapid is run in a raft.

The next big thrill is rapid #5, "Stairway to Heaven" - not too technical but a very steep and massive drop reserved for the gutsy!

The trip continues through three more grade 2-3 rapids, before arriving at the lunch spot.

After lunch, the trip continues through "The Devils Toilet Bowl" a grade 3/4 rapid, followed by another grade 5, "Gulliver's Travels". This one is too technical for first time river surfers and again everyone rides in the raft. Next up you go "Star Trekking" through rapid 8, a grade 4-5. "Commercial Suicide" is next and is a grade 6 - everyone walks. Finally, we jump in for our last rapid of the day - # 10, "Gnashing Jaws of Death" - a good grade 3 wave train and a great way to finish off the day.

The "High Water" Trip - February to July

Depending on water levels, the "high water" trip usually begins at rapid #11, "Overland Truck Eater". This is a big barrel for about two weeks in the year during the transition between high and low water in mid January and early July. The trip continues in a raft down the continuous section of white water ending with "The Mother", rapid 13. Rapid 14 is a grade 3 and is a nice easy warm up for what's to come. Next up is the 700 metre continuous stretch of white water known as the grade 4/5 "Terminator" - the option to ride in the raft is always available.

After the "Terminator", we run " Double Trouble" a nice grade 3/4, and continue down the fast moving white water to "Oblivion". This is a grade 4 rapid with a great wave train which continues down river for 200 metres. The lunch spot is reached after a short raft paddle.

After lunch, you run two more grade 3 rapids before arriving at rapid #24, a great Zambezi stationary wave. You'll spend at least an hour while everyone gets a chance to surf. This wave is great for beginners and experts alike. After you've been deliberately exhausted the trips rafts for a few grade 2-3 rapids before arriving at the take out point.

Half and full day tandem trips through the Batoka Gorge in Topolino Duo Kayaks
Another dimension to the white water experience on the Zambezi is where clients are taken down the rapids in Topolino Duo Kayaks.

Paddles, life jackets and helmets are issued at check-in. A comprehensive safety talk and practice session is done at the bottom of the gorge before commencing the day's activity.

An experienced white water kayaker who steers the boat through the rapids acts as River Guide. The kayaking trip is run in conjunction with the daily rafting trip for added safety. Should the kayak capsize in a rapid, the guide attempts an Eskimo roll, failing which the client and guide end up swimming the rest of the rapid!

Until recently, the highest commercial bungee jump in the world - 111 metres worth of pure adrenaline from the Victoria Falls bridge

111 metres of pure adrenaline rush! The bungi jump operates off the Victoria Falls Bridge and has a 100% safety record. Over 50 000 people have committed themselves to the thrill of jumping off the bridge.

Challenge the limits of the mind and test the edge of fear by leaping off the impressive bridge, with the Falls behind and the mighty Zambezi below.

Ankle and body harnesses are attached separately to clients. After jumping they are winched back onto the bridge. Photographs and video are taken of each jumper and are available for purchase.

• Minimum age 14 years
• Minimum weight of 40 kg, maximum weight of 140 kg
• Passports are required by clients to access the bridge
• Jumps operate from 09h00 to 17h00 every day

Batoka Gorge action above rapid#7 also includes the "Gorge Swing" and the "Flying Fox"

These relatively new activities are operated on a spectacular site above Rapid 7. A safety instructor briefs guests on the area and proper use of the equipment before starting. The abseil is 53 metres moving down the gorge wall backwards or clients can "rap jump" facing towards.

The gorge swing entails throwing yourself off the edge of the cliff attached to a body harness and free falling for 50 metres before being swung out into the middle of the gorge. The jump ends with several pendulum swings before clients are lowered to the ground. At the bottom there is a track back to the top of the gorge.

The flying fox is a cable slide high above the gorge and clients "fly" across, attached to a special body harness. They are then pulled back to the gorge so there is no walkout. All activities can be done as many times as you like throughout the day.

• Minimum age 10 years
• Minimum 1, maximum 20 clients
• Tea, coffee and scones are served on arrival
• Soft drinks and iced water are available during the day. Full day trips include a light lunch of cold meats, cheese and salads
• All clients are covered by MARS (Medical Air Rescue Service)
• Transfers to and from your hotel are included in the price

Feel the chase from rapid #21 in the Batoka Gorge in a 6m jet-propelled boat with an 8.2 litre Chevy engine

Jet boating is a thrilling new adventure on the Zambezi River in the Batoka Gorge below the Victoria Falls. Feel the wind in your hair and the spray in your face as the powerful jet boats speed through rapids, rush past gorge walls and spin on the flat water.

The 30 minute jet boat trip can be combined with a spectacular helicopter flight (from a heli pad by the river) through the gorge flying just above the water level and then over the Victoria Falls. This dramatic heli flight is available either in to / out of the gorge.

Or why not enjoy a full day's white water rafting to rapid number 21 where you meet the jet boat for a ride before walking (or helicopter) out of the gorge - for more info take a look at the Zambezi Extreme combinations..........

• No age restriction on jet boat
• Minimum weight 40 kg on jet boat
• Passengers are required to wear life vests on the jet boat
• Jet boat drivers are trained in New Zealand and have a minimum of 500 hours experience
• All boats are equipped with first aid kits and radio communication
• There are two 6m jet-propelled boats with 8.2 litre Chevy engines (350 horsepower), capacity 11 per boat
• Soft drinks are included before and after the jet boat ride and at the top of the gorge
• The road transfer to and from the jet boat entry point is approximately 50 minutes in comfortable Land Rovers
• The helicopter flight to and from the launch site is approximately 20 minutes