AmaWaterways grows capacity on Chobe River for 2026

Following strong ongoing demand for its cruises on Africa’s Chobe River, AmaWaterways has added four additional sailings on the exclusive Zambezi Queen to its 2026 programme. 

These highly sought-after cruises are expected to sell out months in advance, so agents will need to act quickly to take advantage of the additional capacity added for February, October and November 2026. 

Each of the four-night safari cruises are combined with a choice of land arrangements to create itineraries ranging from 9 to 16 nights and incorporating sights such as Cape Town’s Table Mountain and Victoria Falls. Animal lovers can even book a land extension to visit the mountain gorillas in Rwanda.

“Cruises on the intimate Zambezi Queen offer a phenomenal opportunity to see wildlife and be immersed in Africa” says Jamie Loizou, Managing Director. “With only 28 guests on each departure, this exclusive product is in high demand. It’s no surprise these trips are so popular, cruising down the Chobe River provides some of the most prolific wildlife viewings in Africa and allows our guests to combine a river cruise and safari into one adventure. The ship has been specially designed to offer suites with floor to ceiling windows and private balconies offering unobstructed views of the river and landscape. Imagine watching Africa’s largest population of elephants as they splash about in the water, or giraffe’s quenching their thirst, all from your luxury ship. These trips are guaranteed to create lifelong memories.”

Prices start from £10,946 per person for the 9 nightDiscover Africa itinerary combining three nights in Cape Town with the four night cruise in a Balcony Suite and two nights at Victoria Falls. The price is valid for the 20 November 2026 departure and include return flights from London or Manchester.

AmaWaterways’ cruises on the Chobe River include all onboard dining, complimentary wine, beer and local spirits, a Chobe National Park safari, exclusive picnic in the National Park, private boat safaris along the riverbank and a visit to an African Village. Inclusions for the land arrangements vary according to the itinerary.

To reserve an AmaWaterways river cruise for a client, visit AmaWaterways.co.uk or call 0800 520 2250.