AmaWaterways

Zambezi Queen

Designed for wildlife viewing, the intimate 28-passenger Zambezi Queen debuted on Africa’s legendary Chobe River. As she drifts peacefully, animals remain undisturbed, offering up-close game encounters. The top deck houses an enclosed, air-conditioned dining room, lounge and bar, along with an open-air Sun Deck and plunge pool. Suites boast private balconies for unobstructed views of the river and landscape. Enjoy complimentary South African wines, beer, local spirits, and, on one special night, an African-themed dinner with traditional entertainment.
Designed for wildlife viewing, the intimate 28-passenger Zambezi Queen debuted on Africa’s legendary Chobe River. As she drifts peacefully, animals remain undisturbed, offering up-close game encounters. The top deck houses an enclosed, air-conditioned dining room, lounge and bar, along with an open-air Sun Deck and plunge pool. Suites boast private balconies for unobstructed views of the river and landscape. Enjoy complimentary South African wines, beer, local spirits, and, on one special night, an African-themed dinner with traditional entertainment.
Cruise Departures
Cruise Departures
Ship Type
Ship Type
River Ship
Passengers
Passengers
28
No. Of Crew
No. Of Crew
22
Launch Date
Launched
2009
Last Refurbished
Refurbished
2019

Zambezi Queen Cruises

Choose from 130 holidays cruising on board Zambezi Queen

10 Days Cape Town to Johannesburg

Operator: AmaWaterways

From 17,902pp
Save 2,084pp

16 Days Johannesburg to Windhoek

Operator: AmaWaterways

From 27,079pp
Save 2,471pp

17 Days Johannesburg to Arusha

Operator: AmaWaterways

From 28,336pp
Save 2,376pp

10 Days Cape Town to Johannesburg

Operator: AmaWaterways

From 17,226pp
Save 2,033pp

Life On Board Zambezi Queen

What can you expect when cruising on board Zambezi Queen
Zambezi Queen
Zambezi Queen

With panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, the beautiful Zambezi Queen was specifically designed for safari river cruising on the Chobe River and offers a sophisticated design to maximize animal sightings. Read more

Dining and Cuisine
Dining and Cuisine

Situated on the 3rd level, the dining room offers unobstructed views on three sides. Enjoy complimentary South African wines, beer, local spirits, and, on one special night, an African-themed dinner with traditional entertainment.

Balcony Suites
Balcony Suites

Your lavish suite with an outside balcony is perfect for game-viewing and enjoying the scenery on the Chobe River.

Impeccable Service
Impeccable Service

Our professional and friendly staff will make your cruise a truly unforgettable one.

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Zambezi Queen Deck Plan

SA
Balcony (Outside Balcony)
LS
Luxury Suite (Outside Balcony)
Lower Deck
SA
Balcony (Outside Balcony)
SB
Balcony (Outside Balcony)
LS
Luxury Suite (Outside Balcony)
Main Deck

Zambezi Queen Cabins

Zambezi Queen Balcony (Outside Balcony)
Balcony (Outside Balcony)
Cabin Type: Balcony

Your stateroom (215 or 235 sq ft) features in-room temperature control and a fan, deluxe hotel-style bedding with oversized king beds that can also be configured as two single beds, and spacious en-suite bathrooms. Additional read more amenities include a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Floor-to-ceiling windows come with sliding glass doors and shutters for privacy and sun protection. Each stateroom has an outside balcony, complimentary Wi-Fi, an electronic safe, and daily-replenished bottled water

Zambezi Queen Luxury Suite (Outside Balcony)
Luxury Suite (Outside Balcony)
Cabin Type: Suite

Your luxury suite (300 sq ft) located at the front of the ship, features in-room temperature control and a fan, deluxe hotel-style bedding with oversized king beds that can also be configured as two single beds, and spacious read more en-suite bathrooms. Additional amenities include a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Floor-to-ceiling windows come with sliding glass doors and shutters for privacy and sun protection. Each suite has an outside balcony, complimentary Wi-Fi, an electronic safe, and daily-replenished bottled water.

Zambezi Queen Cruise Schedule

All 130 sailings by departure date on board Zambezi Queen
Starts
Days
Name
From - To
From
Starts
Friday
17 Jul 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
21,394pp
Starts
Friday
17 Jul 2026
Days
14
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
28,965pp
Starts
Friday
17 Jul 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
28,665pp
Starts
Sunday
19 Jul 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
26,754pp
Starts
Sunday
19 Jul 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
33,988pp
Starts
Friday
24 Jul 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
21,992pp
Starts
Friday
24 Jul 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
29,263pp
Starts
Sunday
26 Jul 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
27,352pp
Starts
Sunday
26 Jul 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
34,586pp
Starts
Friday
31 Jul 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
21,394pp
Starts
Friday
31 Jul 2026
Days
14
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
28,965pp
Starts
Friday
31 Jul 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
28,965pp
Starts
Sunday
02 Aug 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
26,754pp
Starts
Sunday
02 Aug 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
33,988pp
Starts
Tuesday
25 Aug 2026
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
20,644pp
Starts
Tuesday
25 Aug 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
27,915pp
Starts
Friday
04 Sep 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
21,694pp
Starts
Friday
04 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
29,115pp
Starts
Sunday
06 Sep 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
27,203pp
Starts
Sunday
06 Sep 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
33,838pp
Starts
Tuesday
08 Sep 2026
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
21,092pp
Starts
Tuesday
08 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
28,363pp
Starts
Friday
11 Sep 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
22,292pp
Starts
Friday
11 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
29,713pp
Starts
Sunday
13 Sep 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
27,801pp
Starts
Sunday
13 Sep 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
34,436pp
Starts
Tuesday
22 Sep 2026
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
21,092pp
Starts
Tuesday
22 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
28,363pp
Starts
Thursday
24 Sep 2026
Days
16
From - To
Johannesburg to Windhoek
From
31,100pp
Starts
Friday
25 Sep 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
22,292pp
Starts
Friday
25 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
29,713pp
Starts
Sunday
27 Sep 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
27,502pp
Starts
Sunday
27 Sep 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
34,436pp
Starts
Tuesday
06 Oct 2026
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
20,644pp
Starts
Tuesday
06 Oct 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
27,915pp
Starts
Tuesday
13 Oct 2026
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
21,092pp
Starts
Tuesday
13 Oct 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
28,363pp
Starts
Thursday
15 Oct 2026
Days
16
From - To
Johannesburg to Windhoek
From
31,100pp
Starts
Friday
06 Nov 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
20,644pp
Starts
Friday
06 Nov 2026
Days
14
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
27,765pp
Starts
Friday
06 Nov 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
26,866pp
Starts
Sunday
08 Nov 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
25,404pp
Starts
Sunday
08 Nov 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
31,889pp
Starts
Friday
26 Feb 2027
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
19,113pp
Starts
Friday
26 Feb 2027
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
25,962pp
Starts
Sunday
28 Feb 2027
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
24,278pp
Starts
Sunday
28 Feb 2027
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
31,429pp
Starts
Friday
05 Mar 2027
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
19,689pp
Starts
Friday
05 Mar 2027
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
26,394pp
Starts
Sunday
07 Mar 2027
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
24,710pp
Cruise Content
Cabin images are sourced from AmaWaterways. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.