AmaWaterways · Zambezi Queen

12-Night Wildlife & The Falls Cruise from Johannesburg

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Sails
Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Ports
5
Sea days
0
Fare type
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$1,429/night

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Day by day

Your 12-night itinerary

5 ports · 13 days aboard

Day 1
JohannesburgEmbark

· Port guide

Day 2
Johannesburg

· Port guide

Day 2
Zambezi Queen

· Port guide

Day 3
Chobe River

· Port guide

Day 4
Chobe River

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Day 5
Chobe River

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Day 6
Chobe River

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Day 6
Victoria Falls

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Day 7
Victoria Falls

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Day 8
Johannesburg

· Port guide

Day 9
Johannesburg

· Port guide

Day 10
Kruger Park

· Port guide

Day 11
Kruger Park

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Day 12
Kruger Park

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Day 13
Kruger Park

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Day 13
JohannesburgDisembark

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Johannesburg → Zambezi Queen → Chobe River → Victoria Falls → Johannesburg → Kruger Park → Johannesburg
5 ports

Cabins

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  • 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.

    What's in this price?
    Cruise fare
    $18,474
    Total per person
    $18,474
  • 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.

    What's in this price?
    Cruise fare
    $17,145
    Total per person
    $17,145

Your ship

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.

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Zambezi Queen

About this ship

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.

What your fare covers

Included, and what costs extra

In your fare
  • Main dining roomsTraditional complimentary dining
  • Pools & fitnessShip amenities vary by vessel
Extra cost
  • Specialty diningReservations and cover charges may apply
  • Spa & salonTreatments at additional cost

Before you book

Cruise line policies

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Cancellation

In the unfortunate event a participant must cancel travel, notice must be given via email, which must include a return receipt and read notation, or other writing stating clearly and correctly each passenger name, ship name, start and end date of cruise and a brief statement of the reason for cancellation. Other forms of notice are not sufficient. If already issued, unused air tickets must be physically returned b…

Days Before Departure

24 Hours Or Less
100% Of Cruise and Land Price

Days Before Departure

24 Hours Or Less
100% Of Cruise and Land Price

Days Before Departure

24 Hours Or Less
100% Of Cruise and Land Price
  • Airline cancellation charges are imposed upon receipt of full payment of airfare and/or river cruise relating to AmaWaterways air promotions, if airline tickets have been issued.
  • Certain international airline tickets, including published air tickets, may be 100% non-refundable — details will be advised at the time of booking.
  • All intra-Europe, intra-Colombia, intra-Asia, intra-Africa, and intra-Egypt flights, as well as Amman-Cairo and Cairo-Tel Aviv flights, are non-refundable at the time of purchase.
Gratuities

Gratuities are not included in your cruise fare. For good service, 3 Euros per guest/per day for the Cruise Manager and 12 Euros per guest/per day for the crew (to be divided among ship personnel) is recommended. It is also customary to tip your guide 2 Euros per guest/per day.

Pregnancy

Due to medical safety guidelines, we are unable to accommodate passengers who will enter their 24th week of pregnancy by the time of the cruise.

Children & infants

All guests under the age of 18 are to be in a stateroom with an adult and must remain supervised at all times; their safety is the responsibility of the accompanying adult(s). Children between the ages of 4-10 at the time of embarkation may share a stateroom with two adults only in circumstances where the child is able to share the bed with the adults – no additional bed will be provided. Please be aware that balc…

Smoking

Smoking is only permitted on the ship's Sun Deck in the designated smoking area.

The fine print

Ship specifications

Prices are per person (double occupancy) and include taxes and port fees when available. Gratuities and optional extras are separate. Fares can change until you book — we'll confirm the final total at checkout.

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Sail date

Sun, Nov 1, 2026

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$17,145pp

$1,429 / night avg

Including taxes & port fees

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