Discover Africa

Cruise LineAMA Waterways

Shipms Zambezi Queen

Nights9

DepartsFri, May 15th 2026

ReturnsSun, May 24th 2026

Departing PortCape Town

Ports of CallCape Town (4 Days), Kasane, Victoria Falls (3 Days), Johannesburg

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Itinerary

Itinerary for 9 Night Africa - Middle East - India Cruise

Additional Sailings

Ship Details

Year Built
2009
Capacity
28
Meeting Rooms
No
Elevators
N/A
Casino
No
Registry
Namibia
Restaurants
1
Disco
No
Tonnage
N/A
Bars
1
Fitness Center
No
Cabins
14
Pools
1
Children's Program
No
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins
N/A
Theaters
No
Internet Cafe
No
Shops
Yes
Library
Yes
Spa
No

Decks

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Upper Deck

  • (1) Dining Room
  • (2) Lounge & Bar
  • (3) Pool Deck

Middle Deck
  • Master Suites
  • Category SA Staterooms
  • Category SB Staterooms

Lower Deck
  • (4) Gift Shop & Cruise Manager's Desk
  • (5) Boarding Area
  • Master Suites
  • Category SA Staterooms 

Ship Categories

Category SB
Stateroom features include:In-room temperature control and fanDeluxe hotel-style bedding and oversized king beds (can also be configured as two single beds)Spacious en-suite bathroomsLarge wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippersFloor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors and sliding shutters for privacy and protection from the sunOutside balconyComplimentary Wi-Fi and electronic safeComplimentary bottled water replenished daily
Category SA
Stateroom features include:In-room temperature control and fanDeluxe hotel-style bedding and oversized king beds (can also be configured as two single beds)Spacious en-suite bathroomsLarge wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippersFloor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors and sliding shutters for privacy and protection from the sunOutside balconyComplimentary Wi-Fi and electronic safeComplimentary bottled water replenished daily
Category MS
Stateroom features include:In-room temperature control and fanDeluxe hotel-style bedding and oversized king beds (can also be configured as two single beds)Spacious en-suite bathroomsLarge wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippersFloor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors and sliding shutters for privacy and protection from the sunOutside balconyComplimentary Wi-Fi and electronic safeComplimentary bottled water replenished daily
Suite
All suites feature magnificent views from floor to ceiling windows. An outer deck allows you to step outside, sit in the sitting area and experience the African breeze. Each private space was designed with the African summer in mind and clever use of shutters and sliding mosquito net doors along with a floor mounted fan ensures a cool experience even during times of the year when the temperatures on the Chobe soar. Suites can be configured with either double or two single beds.Stateroom features include:In-room temperature control and fanDeluxe hotel-style bedding and oversized king beds (can also be configured as two single beds)Spacious en-suite bathroomsLarge wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippersFloor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors and sliding shutters for privacy and protection from the sunOutside balconyComplimentary Wi-Fi and electronic safeComplimentary bottled water replenished daily
Master Suite
All suites feature magnificent views from floor to ceiling windows. An outer deck allows you to step outside, sit in the sitting area and experience the African breeze. Each private space was designed with the African summer in mind and clever use of shutters and sliding mosquito net doors along with a floor mounted fan ensures a cool experience even during times of the year when the temperatures on the Chobe soar. Suites can be configured with either double or two single beds.Two of the four Master Suites have their own private deck with outdoor furniture and the remaining two having superb panoramic views with doors and windows on two sides. Stateroom features include:In-room temperature control and fanDeluxe hotel-style bedding and oversized king beds (can also be configured as two single beds)Spacious en-suite bathroomsLarge wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippersFloor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors and sliding shutters for privacy and protection from the sunOutside balconyComplimentary Wi-Fi and electronic safeComplimentary bottled water replenished daily

Dining

Main Restaurant

Situated on the 3rd level, the dining room offers unobstructed views on three sides. Experience delectable dishes such as butternut and macadamia soup and fillet of beef with bordelaise sauce paired with the perfect wine.

Restaurant Features:

  • All meals included during the cruise with complimentary wine and beer
  • Enjoy delicious cuisine while observing the surrounding wildlife

Entertainment

Gift Shop

The onboard boutique offers a variety of souvenirs for purchase.

Local Entertainment

One of the most enriching ways to discover Africa is through its spirited dance, as well as its music, which varies throughout the continent. While cruising, be treated to an African-themed dinner, combining the traditional food, music and dance of the Chobe River region.

Lounge & Bar

With panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the boat, everywhere you go you can take advantage of magnificent wildlife viewing.

Bar includes local & imported spirits, wine and beers

Pool Deck

The top deck features an open-air Sun Deck complete with a plunge pool. Unlike a typical river cruise that travels from one port to the next, the Zambezi Queen was designed for an entirely different purpose—to facilitate optimal game viewing along the Chobe.

Health & Fitness

Onboard Spa

Indulge in the ultimate in relaxation by pampering yourself with a variety of massage and facial treatments while cruising the Chobe River, available for a nominal fee.

Plunge Pool

Take a cooling dip and feel refreshed while watching the passing scenery and wildlife upon the Chobe River.