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.
Cruises
Ship Type
River Ship
Passengers
28
No. Of Crew
22
Launched
2009
Refurbished
2023
Rivers Explored
Zambezi
Rivers Explored
Zambezi

Zambezi Queen Cruises

Choose from 122 vacations cruising on board Zambezi Queen

14 Days Cape Town to Johannesburg

Operator: AmaWaterways

From 18,520pp

10 Days Cape Town to Johannesburg

Operator: AmaWaterways

From 12,385pp
Save 1,000pp

15 Days Cape Town to Johannesburg

Operator: AmaWaterways

From 17,745pp
Save 1,000pp

16 Days Johannesburg to Windhoek

Operator: AmaWaterways

From 19,445pp
Save 1,000pp

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 read more king beds that can also be configured as two single beds, and spacious 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 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 read more bedding with oversized king beds that can also be configured as two single beds, and spacious 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 122 sailings by departure date on board Zambezi Queen
Starts
Days
Name
From - To
From
Starts
Tuesday
08 Sep 2026
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
13,770pp
Starts
Tuesday
08 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,620pp
Starts
Friday
11 Sep 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
14,470pp
Starts
Friday
11 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
19,420pp
Starts
Sunday
13 Sep 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
18,145pp
Starts
Sunday
13 Sep 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
22,570pp
Starts
Friday
18 Sep 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
14,470pp
Starts
Friday
18 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
19,420pp
Starts
Sunday
20 Sep 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
18,145pp
Starts
Sunday
20 Sep 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
22,570pp
Starts
Tuesday
22 Sep 2026
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
13,770pp
Starts
Tuesday
22 Sep 2026
Days
16
From - To
Johannesburg to Windhoek
From
22,835pp
Starts
Tuesday
22 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,620pp
Starts
Thursday
24 Sep 2026
Days
16
From - To
Johannesburg to Windhoek
From
20,445pp
Starts
Friday
25 Sep 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
14,869pp
Starts
Friday
25 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
19,819pp
Starts
Sunday
27 Sep 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
18,344pp
Starts
Sunday
27 Sep 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
22,969pp
Starts
Tuesday
06 Oct 2026
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
13,770pp
Starts
Tuesday
06 Oct 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,620pp
Starts
Friday
09 Oct 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
14,470pp
Starts
Friday
09 Oct 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
19,020pp
Starts
Sunday
11 Oct 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
17,645pp
Starts
Sunday
11 Oct 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
22,270pp
Starts
Tuesday
13 Oct 2026
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
14,069pp
Starts
Tuesday
13 Oct 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,919pp
Starts
Thursday
15 Oct 2026
Days
16
From - To
Johannesburg to Windhoek
From
20,744pp
Starts
Friday
30 Oct 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
13,870pp
Starts
Friday
30 Oct 2026
Days
14
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,620pp
Starts
Friday
30 Oct 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,220pp
Starts
Sunday
01 Nov 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
17,145pp
Starts
Sunday
01 Nov 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
21,570pp
Starts
Friday
06 Nov 2026
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
13,770pp
Starts
Friday
06 Nov 2026
Days
14
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,520pp
Starts
Friday
06 Nov 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
17,920pp
Starts
Sunday
08 Nov 2026
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
16,945pp
Starts
Sunday
08 Nov 2026
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
21,270pp
Starts
Friday
26 Feb 2027
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
13,284pp
Starts
Friday
26 Feb 2027
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,044pp
Starts
Sunday
28 Feb 2027
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
16,874pp
Starts
Sunday
28 Feb 2027
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
21,844pp
Starts
Friday
05 Mar 2027
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
13,684pp
Starts
Friday
05 Mar 2027
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,344pp
Starts
Sunday
07 Mar 2027
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
17,174pp
Starts
Sunday
07 Mar 2027
Days
17
From - To
Johannesburg to Arusha
From
22,044pp
Starts
Tuesday
09 Mar 2027
Days
10
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
14,070pp
Starts
Tuesday
09 Mar 2027
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,945pp
Starts
Friday
12 Mar 2027
Days
10
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
14,185pp
Starts
Friday
12 Mar 2027
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Cape Town to Johannesburg
From
18,945pp
Starts
Sunday
14 Mar 2027
Days
13
Cruise Name
From - To
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
From
17,775pp
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.