Zimbabwe Travel Guide

Zimbabwe Travel Guide

Vic Falls: Zimbabwe or Zambia?

Vic Falls: Zimbabwe or Zambia?

Zimbabwe is arguably the better side of Victoria Falls. Zambia offers great close-ups and some spectacular vantage points, but Zimbabwe has the greater share of Falls frontage, picturesque views and year-round flow.

Victoria Falls Activities

Victoria Falls Activities

Everyone is catered for out here in the self-styled adventure capital of Africa. The only problem is choosing what to do so here's an abbreviated list of the most popular activities in and around Victoria Falls.

Victoria Falls Water Levels - When is Best?

Victoria Falls Water Levels - When is Best?

We have the latest information on water levels and predictions are possible because the river lives on rainfall thousands of kilometres away, offering a few months lag time. We'll help you consider the best time to go based on what experience you wish to have.

About Self-drive Tours

About Self-drive Tours

Easier than you think; more fun than you could possibly imagine, a self-drive holiday is the best way to explore, experience and enjoy our special part of Southern Africa. This is what it’s all about.

Distances and Driving Times

Distances and Driving Times

Approximate driving distances and self-drive times for Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and Victoria Falls. We add plenty of time to stop for photographs, markets and comfort breaks.

Cash and Cards

Cash and Cards

Foreign exchange is freely traded in Botswana, Namibia, Victoria Falls and Zambia. It’s always better to be prepared. Know the local currencies accepted at each destination and make sure you have cash on you for when cards are not accepted.

General Travel Info

General Travel Info

Our core destinations of Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa are safe countries to visit with friendly, peaceful people and well-developed tourism industries. Essential travel information as a guide for travel to southern Africa.

Getting There

Getting There

It's one thing to pick your next holiday destination, it's another to plan getting there, but get you there we will. We know which routes work best, which airports to book your flights to and from and how to make the most of your itinerary.

Health and Safety

Health and Safety

Health and Safety standards in Botswana, Namibia, Victoria Falls and Zambia. What you need to know about health and safety when travelling to these destinations to ensure you are prepared for your holiday to southern Africa.

Self-drive Africa

Self-drive Africa

Self-drive tours of South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls and Zambia present few challenges. Beyond the main routes and over the borders, things get adventurous. We’d even go as far as to say, this special part of southern Africa is ideal for self-drives.

Visas

Visas

For the majority of visitors to Southern Africa, visas are issued at port of entry. There are of course exceptions so, regardless of what country you are from, be sure to confirm your visa requirements for every country you plan to visit in advance.

When to Visit

When to Visit

If you ask us, there's never a wrong time to go on holiday, but if you are specifically travelling for best game viewing, to get the best photographs or to enjoy mostly sunny days then this guide will help you decide when you should travel.

Self-drive from Namibia to Vic Falls

Self-drive from Namibia to Vic Falls

It is more than possible to self-drive from Namibia to Victoria Falls, in fact it's a wonderful way to combine two or even three countries (including Botswana into the mix) into one seamless trip, but there's more to it than that.

Zimbabwe

Meet the Team

Our happy team visiting Sossusvlei

We’ve travelled. We’ve adventured. We’ve experienced. We're eager to share our world, never forgetting that each itinerary is as unique as the traveller.

Sammy Sowden

Sammy

"Sammy is a delight to work with. She is a super consultant and an asset to NTS."

Bonique Leng

Bonique

"I highly recommend Bonique and the tour operator. The service and follow-up was excellent. Very professional."

Claudia

"Highly recommended for an unforgettable experience"

Kirsti Basson

Kirsti

"Kirsti arranged the best family holiday we have ever had... highly recommended."

Lucinda Jooste

Lucinda

"Namibia Tours & Safaris surpassed our expectations"

Margot

"Truly amazing and excellent Namibia trip"

Kim

"NTS organised the trip wonderfully!"

Edward Taylor

Edward

“I feel that Edward is honest, extremely helpful, and a true professional. A perfect trip!”

Julia

"Julia is efficient, helpful and knows what it takes to plan a great holiday."

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"We can't wait to return"

I can't thank you enough for helping to put together this trip. It exceeded all our expectations and we fell in love with your country.

Jun '24

"We loved our experience with NTS"

We loved Namibia and its unique landscapes and kind people. It was certainly an adventure and a privilege to get to spend time there.

Jun '24

"We had a wonderful time in Namibia"

All in all we had a wonderful time and appreciate the effort made to ensure all aspects of our tour ran smoothly with prompt email support where needed.

May '24

"What a wonderful journey we had in beautiful and friendly Namibia!"

Namibia has stolen our travel-heart and you can consider us as new ambassadors of this spectacular country.

May '24

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