RIVER CRUISES · SAFARI
Good safari river cruises sell their best seats weeks ahead. Below: the 12 to book early, what each fare covers and how they differ on the water.
Ride the Sigatoka River by jet boat, visit a Fijian village, join a kava ceremony, and enjoy lunch on this lively half-day tour.
“What a wonderful experience ❤️. Bucket list ticked off. Thank you for a great day. Highly recommend regardless of age.”
Ride an airboat through St. Augustine’s Trout and Six Mile Creeks, with wildlife spotting, local stories, music, and headsets for $52.
“Justin was an excellent guide. He was courteous and we loved his stories. When he spotted critters he would slow down and get as close as possible.”
Review of a Chobe day trip from Livingstone or Victoria Falls, with a game drive, river cruise, lunch, border tips, wildlife, and value advice.
“We have the most fantastic day with Maano Adventures. We picked up promptly from our lodge at 7am before being driven to the Botswana border. Our Zambian driver Kendrick drove very safely and carefully, and was very interesting to chat to. He walked us through the immigration process and helped us on the boat over the lake where our guide for Chobe was waiting. We had an excellent day with Cape Fig Safaris, the Botswana company operating the tour with Maano. He was highly interesting, patient and really wanted to make our day excellent. Lunch was great (soft drinks included) at a beautiful lodge with a stunning views. The boat…”
Explore Bentota River by boat through mangroves, spotting crocodiles, monkeys, birds, and water monitors on a private two-hour safari.
“the skipper was very nice and patient, he showed us a lot of animals and nature. we highly recomend. thank you”
Cruise Cairns’ Trinity Inlet for 75 minutes of mangroves, mountain views, wildlife spotting, local stories, a drink, and a light snack.
“It was a pleasant ride in the boat . There were just 2 of us, yet Steve’s enthusiasm didn’t fade. It is a must have for visitors to cairns. Incomplete without it. 💪🏻”
Review of the Madu River boat safari near Bentota, with mangroves, wildlife, a monastery, cinnamon island, and fish foot massage.
Review of Crystal River’s 3-hour wildlife safari, with manatees, Gulf views, archaeology, small groups, pricing, and practical tips.
“Our guide was courteous, professional, and very knowledgeable throughout our trip. She took great care in making sure to answer all of our questions and getting us into the best places to see wildlife around Crystal River. Would highly recommend!”
Review of Bentota River Boat Safari: private wildlife cruise, hotel pickup, mangroves, crocodiles, monkeys, crafts, price, and practical tips.
“We had a really great time overall. The boat tour was fantastic and the Sunflower Arts & Crafts was a great shop.”
Review the three-hour sunset river safari from Marloth Park, with hippos, crocodiles, birds, guide insights, and practical booking tips.
“trevlig guide som gav mycket information om djur och växter. tack för en trevlig flodkryssning!!!”
Review of Bangkok’s private family day combining Safari World, buffet lunch, and a Chao Phraya dinner cruise with live music.
“Nothing was organised driver had problems getting tickets at both places. description stated english speaking driver. driver had very little english had to speak into phone so he could translate. no bottled water in the car. cut trip short because of frustration over the whole day one of the worst tours have ever been on. don't waste your money would of been better of with grab and organising our own tickets on the day. booked and paid in February hopping everything would be organised, never been so wrong”
Explore Galle Fort, meet rescued turtles, cruise the Madu River, and enjoy lunch on a flexible private Sri Lankan day tour.
“This trip comprises a lagoon trip by boat with a separate captain who shows you the things you need to see in terms of flora and fa7na. A trip to a hatchery to seesmalll or injured turtles, a visit to turtle beach to paddle with turtles, a delicious picnic lunch and a tuk tuk tour with separate guide/driver. It's a lot in a day and i felt it good value. I enjoyed all of it!”
Review of Alanya’s $53 night safari, castle views, pirate boat, fireworks, and Dim River dinner, with practical tips and honest drawbacks.
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