Shearwater Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls' Original Adventure Operator

Shearwater Victoria Falls is one of the oldest and largest adventure activity operators in the region, with over 35 years of experience delivering adrenaline-fuelled and nature-based experiences. If you've seen a photo of someone bungee jumping, white-water rafting, or helicoptering over Victoria Falls, there's a good chance Shearwater was behind it.

Activities Portfolio

Adrenaline:

• Bungee jumping — The iconic 111-metre leap from the Victoria Falls Bridge
• White-water rafting — Grade 5 rapids in the Batoka Gorge; one of the world's top rafting experiences
• Bridge swing — A 70-metre free-fall swing beneath the bridge
• Zip-line — Fly across the gorge between Zimbabwe and Zambia
• Gorge swing — Free-fall into the gorge from the cliff edge

Water & Wildlife:

• Sunset cruise — Cruise the upper Zambezi with drinks, snacks, hippos, and elephants
• Canoeing — Paddle the Zambezi above the Falls through game-rich riverbanks
• Game drives — Morning and afternoon drives in Zambezi National Park
• Fishing — Tiger fishing on the Zambezi with experienced guides

Aerial:

• Helicopter flights — The Flight of Angels over the Falls
• Microlight flights — Open-cockpit flights for a more visceral experience

Cultural:

• Guided Falls tour — Expert-led walks through the Victoria Falls rainforest
• Township tours — Community visits in Chinotimba

Why Shearwater

• Safety record — 35+ years of operations with rigorous safety protocols
• Professional guides — Experienced, certified, and passionate about what they do
• Equipment — Regularly inspected and replaced; nothing is left to chance
• Convenience — Central booking office, hotel pick-ups, and combo deals

Booking Tips

• Combo packages save significantly — book multiple activities together
• Morning slots are cooler and less crowded
• Peak season (June–October): book at least a week ahead
• Minimum ages apply for some activities; check at booking

"Rafting the Zambezi with Shearwater was the most exhilarating day of my life. The guides were incredible, the rapids were insane, and the scenery was otherworldly." — Adventure guest