Victoria Falls Activities

Explore Victoria Falls from Zimbabwe and Zambia

Crossing over the picturesque bridge that spans the Batoka Gorge, you can explore the falls at leisure from both sides of the Zambezi River.

Highlights on the Zimbabwean side include the rain forest, which is a protected sanctuary of ancient fig and mahogany trees alive with birds and small mammals; Devil's Cataract, where the formation of the next falls is slowly taking place; the Main Falls, in flow all year; Horseshoe Falls; and Rainbow Falls, suitably picturesque and a must at full moon when you can stay in the park after dark.

From the Zambian side of the falls, the Eastern Cataract, in flow during mid to peak water levels, provides a magnificent view along the gorge. Explore the falls from above at Livingstone Island and the Devil's Pools; below at the Boiling Pot; and astride at Danger Point, Chain Walk and Knife Edge.

Flight of Angels

Scenic helicopter or microlight flip through the gorge and over the falls. The impossible scale and majesty of Victoria Falls is best appreciated by an aerial perspective.

Wildlife Safari

The area surrounding Victoria Falls is all National Park with big five safaris, elephant back safaris, lion walks and excellent birding available.

White-water Rafting

With over 20 rapids from grade 2 to 6, the Batoka Gorge is the best single day's rafting in the world. Scenic multi-day trips are also available offering a good chance to see Verreaux’s eagles, taita falcons, African fish eagles, augur buzzards and rock pratincoles.

Sunset Cruise

With the thundering smoke rising from the precipice, a gentle sunset cruise above the falls provides a tranquil and scenic appetiser for the evenings' dinner entertainment.

Museums and Markets

The colourful art and crafts and historical and natural museums add depth to the visual and aural spectacle.

Lunar Rainbow

For three days during full moon, the parks stay open after dark for a magical view of the moonlit falls and the rainbow you saw earlier is now a gentle glow (Tip to all romantics: it's worth arranging your trip around; it's that special). Ask your Travel Expert for the official full moon dates as provided by the authorities of the Zimbabwean and Zambian National Parks.

Livingstone Island and Devil's Pools

On the edge of the chasm, as the water disappears only to re-emerge as a cloud of spray, the sound of the falls echoing up through the gorge. Cool off in Devil's Pools, literally on the edge of Vicotria Falls and then have lunch on Livingstone Island - surely the most dramatic setting in the world.

Canoeing Safaris

Canoeing safaris above the falls, while more sedate, are as exciting as the white-water raging below the falls. Paddle through pods of hippo and past dozing crocs while spotting birds and wildlife along the water's edge.

Unwind with a Full Body Massage

All this tearing around gawking at wonderous suites, enjoying booze cruises, soaring through the air, plowing raging rapids and wining and dining will take its toll. Restore sensibility with a foot massage or full body aromatherapy treatment.