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12-night Africa cruise from Johannesburg on Zambezi Queen

The Wildlife And The Falls is a 12-night Africa cruise aboard Zambezi Queen, operated by AmaWaterways. Departing Johannesburg on April 4, 2027, the voyage visits 4 ports including Kasane, Victoria Falls, Kruger National Park. Fares start from $17,075 per person.

Length
12 nights
Departs
Apr 4, 2027
Returns
Apr 16, 2027
Ports of call
4
Days at sea
5

Voyage code ZQ270405ZF

Johannesburg

12 nights · Africa

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Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa's biggest city and capital of Gauteng province, began as a 19th-century gold-mining settlement. Its sprawling Soweto township was once home to Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. Mandela’s former residence is now the Mandela House museum. Other Soweto museums that recount the struggle to end segregation include the somber Apartheid Museum and Constitution Hill, a former prison complex.

Kasane

Kasane is a town in the northeastern corner of Botswana, near the borders with Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. It's the gateway to Chobe National Park, known for the herds of elephants which converge on the Chobe River in the dry season. Caracal Biodiversity Center shelters rescued wildlife. The Chobe Crocodile Farm is nearby. East of town, the Kazungula Ferry crosses the Zambezi River, connecting to Zambia.

Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls is a waterfall on the Zambezi River in southern Africa, which provides habitat for several unique species of plants and animals. It is located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe and is considered to be one of the world's largest waterfalls due to its width of 1,708 m.

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Fare details

Fare details

Per person · taxes & fees included
Current fares
Verified 1 day ago
Balcony
$17,075
Tracked range
158 days
Price history by cabin type
CabinCurrentLowestHighest
Balcony $17,075 $17,075 on Mar 29 $17,075 on Mar 29
Cabin grades
4 total
Private Balcony with Sitting AreaBalcony · LS
Private Balcony with Sitting AreaBalcony · MS
Private BalconyBalcony · SA
Private BalconyBalcony · SB

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Inside

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Oceanview

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Balcony

from $17,075

$1,422 / night

Fare rows

Private Balcony

Cabin grade

Available

from $17,075

$1,422 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Private Balcony

Cabin grade

Available

from $17,474

$1,456 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Private Balcony with Sitting Area

Cabin grade

Available

from $18,404

$1,533 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Suite

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Prices verified Sep 1, 2026

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The journey

12 nights, in order

Johannesburg

Day 1 Apr 4, 2027

Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa's biggest city and capital of Gauteng province, began as a 19th-century gold-mining settlement.

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18 scheduled calls
Zambezi Queen

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.

5★ 28 Passengers Built 2009
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