The Lower Zambezi is the ultimate in relaxed excitement: paddlers work their way down remote channels between the islands, watching the bank from water level in kayaks that are very stable. Hippos are always in sight, while elephant, zebra, puku, impala, buffalo, kudu, waterbuck, baboons and crocodiles can often be seen browsing on the banks.

Several operators run three-to-five day trips, overnighting at quaint and comfortable bush camps on the banks of the river. Participatory trips of flexible duration offer a more rustic alternative, where the group helps establish camp on the river islands. An armed river guide leads the paddlers throughout.