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One of the most enchanting ways to conclude a day in Livingstone is by embarking on a sunset boat cruise along the majestic Zambezi River. As the African sun begins its dramatic descent, painting the sky with fiery hues of orange, pink, and purple, guests are treated to a serene and often luxurious experience. Typically including complimentary drinks and snacks, these cruises offer ample opportunity to relax on deck while soaking in the tranquil beauty of the African bush and the gentle rhythm of the river. Beyond the breathtaking vistas, the cruises often provide fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities, with frequent sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species coming to the river's edge, and sometimes even elephants drinking downstream. It’s a truly magical way to witness the majesty of the Zambezi, feel the gentle breeze, and create unforgettable memories as the day gracefully fades into night near the iconic Victoria Falls.
Sunset Boat Cruise
The Zambezi (also spelled Zambeze and Zambesi) is the fourth-longest river in Africa, the longest east-flowing river in Africa and the largest flowing into the Indian Ocean from Africa. Its drainage basin covers 1,390,000 km2 (540,000 sq mi),[4][5] slightly less than half of the Nile's. The 2,574 km (1,599 mi) river rises in Zambia and flows through eastern Angola, along the north-eastern border of Namibia and the northern border of Botswana, then along the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe to Mozambique, where it crosses the country to empty into the Indian Ocean.[6][7]
The Zambezi's most noted feature is Victoria Falls. Its other falls include the Chavuma Falls[8] at the border between Zambia and Angola and Ngonye Falls near Sioma in western Zambia.[9]
The two main sources of hydroelectric power on the river are the Kariba Dam, which provides power to Zambia and Zimbabwe, and the Cahora Bassa Dam in Mozambique, which provides power to Mozambique and South Africa. Additionally, two smaller power stations are along the Zambezi River in Zambia, one at Victoria Falls and the other in Zengamina, near Kalene Hill in the Ikelenge District.[10][11]
