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Choices for river adventures in Southern Africa include easy day-trips for beginners to the thundering waters of the Zambezi gorge just below Victoria Falls. The Zambezi offers excitement with a capital E compared to the tamer Orange River. Here the paddling is not strenuous, allowing time to talk, and the rapids—while challenging—are not dangerous. This canoe adventure operates from the Namibian side of the border, with trips lasting between 4-5 days. The scenery is spectacular in the arid Richtersveld wilderness, and you will long remember the shadows creeping across sheer cliff faces in the evenings around a campfire. At the other extreme, the Tugela in KwaZulu-Natal boasts 19 thrilling rapids for white-water rafting.

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Experience a river safari further north in the magnificent Cunene Valley, the boundary between Angola and Namibia. Breathtaking scenery and outstanding bird and wildlife are spectacular features of this ten day trip. The Breede, in the Western Cape, is an altogether more laid-back affair. Choose a weekend rafting adventure or a full-day canoe adventure through the wine region. Or enjoy relaxing rafting and some fun-filled rapids on the Vaal River outside Johannesburg.

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Another superb option for those who agree that water heals tired teams is a houseboat or luxury yacht on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe, one of the world's largest dam reservoirs. The waters offer everything from fishing, skiing and swimming to good old-fashioned drifting, and taking in the game abounding in the area.

Go with experts:
As one of Southern Africa's first river companies, Felix Unite River Adventures pioneered many of the routes, and prides itself on the quality and safety of its trips as well as its commitment to the conservation of river resources. The guides are extremely well trained and employ a strict river safety code which requires a senior guide to be designated as Safety Officer in charge of scouting, safety and rescue.

Visitors to Southern Africa can expect an uncommon level of experience and first-hand knowledge of this diverse region and its awesome rivers. To get things started, submit an inquiry reflecting your choices, and we'll make recommendations based on your selections, budget and time-frame.