The Victoria Falls Waterfalls in Zambia

Victoria Falls or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke that Thunders) is a wonderful waterfall located in southern Africa on the Zambezi River between the countries of Zambia and Zimbabwe. Just a few miles outside Livingstone and Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), the Falls are twice as tall as Niagara Falls, and several times
longer.

Victoria Falls is one of the seven natural world wonders, and is the largest waterfall in the world based on the width of 1.7 km (1 mile) and height of 108 meters (360 feet). Together with United States' Niagara Falls and Brazi's Iguazu Falls, Zambia's Victoria Falls are one of the largest in the world.



History of Victoria Falls name ?

Victoria Falls, known by the locals as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ which means ‘the Smoke that Thunders’, is regarded as one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Why this wonderful waterfalls is called Victoria Falls ? We all know that Victoria is related with United Kingdom's Queen, but that superb waterfalls are located in Africa Continent.

The first European to discover this waterfall was an adventurous missionary and explorer named David Livingstone who chanced upon this natural phenomenon in 1855 (and almost tumbled over the edge of it). Struck by its unbelievable size and power Livingstone named them the Victoria Falls (after his English Queen

Victoria).


Victoria Falls Bridge

Victoria Falls Bridge spanning the Second Gorge

The Victoria Falls bridge is shared by Zimbabwe and Zambia. It carries a road, railway and footway. The Victoria Falls Bridge crosses the Zambezi River just below the Victoria Falls and is built over the Second Gorge of the falls. As the river is the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, the bridge links the two
countries and has border posts on the approaches to both ends, at the towns of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and Livingstone, Zambia




What to see in Victoria Falls

The Victoria Falls Livingstone Island Excursion

The Victoria Falls – Now In Its 150 Millionth Fantastic Year - Reaches Its Zenith In About May Each Year.

It’s a truly awe-inspiring experience – the sight, the sound, the smell; the humbling feeling that here indeed is Nature’s Supreme Masterpiece. No photograph can begin to depict the reality…and nothing prepares you for your first sight.

With Livingstone’s statue, the Main Falls and 70% of the mile-wide view located on the Zimbabwe side this is one of those must-do-in-my-lifetime experiences, and destinations, that always surpasses expectations.

Best viewing is usually between the months of February through July, but be prepared to get wet! The skies above may be blue, but the billowing spray from the Falls spirals high into the air and a torrent comes crashing down. However, viewing the Falls at any time of the year is always spectacular, even just to witness the amazing topography of the Batoka Gorge. The Main Falls are an impressive sight and can be viewed 365 days of the year – from the Zimbabwe side.

It’s always a good idea to view the falls from the air in order to appreciate the full perspective. Experience The Flight of Angels in a helicopter or stretch your adventure by taking the flip in a floatplane that takes off and lands on the Zambezi River. Open-sided, this plane offers incredible photo opportunities and is unique to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Continue your adventure on the Zambezi by experiencing the wet and wild ride in a jet boat that even creeps right up to the Boiling Pot virtually under the spray of the Falls. White water rafting is also a real adrenaline pump in the lower gorge and the new Victoria Falls Bridge tour offers a historical and informative insight into 100 years of Victorian engineering as well as magnificent views of the falls and the Batoka Gorge.


Activities to do in Victoria Falls

A number of activities can be undertaken. The 'Flight of Angels' provides a fabulous vista of the falls, the upstream river and its many islands and for the more adventurous there is microlighting with stunning views of the Fall.



AIR ACTIVITES

Bunji Jump (Bungee Jump)
111-meter jump from the bridge(min weight 45kg/max weight 110kg)

Scenic Flights
View the Falls from the air with either short or extended flights by
HELICOPTER 12 min or 30 min, Fixed wing 25 min or 40 min
ULTRALIGHT 35 min or 50 min, Float plane 35 min or 50 min
MICRO-LIGHT 12 min or 30 min, Tiger moth 25 min or 40 min
PARASAILING 3 kilometres

High Wire Adrenalin, The Foofie Slide, Gorge Swing, Abseil, Rap Jump & The Flying Fox Activities




LAND ACTIVITES

Victoria Falls Canoeing Safari

Botswana Full Day
Explore Chobe National Park by boat and vehicle

Bush Walks
2 hour educational walks on private game estates
Extended drive/walks in the National Park on request

Crocodile Farm & Nature Sanctuary
Open from 8.00am to 5.00pm. Feeding times 11.15am and 3.45pm

Casino
Gamble your heart's content on the Fruit machines and black jack tables

Elephant Back Trails & Interaction Lion Walk
Morning or afternoon trails on private game estates (06.30am 10.30am / 3.00pm 7.30pm)
Morning or afternoon trails on private game estates (05.30am 10.00am / 3.00pm 7.00pm)

Game Drives
3 hours (06.30am9.30am or 3.00pm6.00pm) or Full day including lunch

Golf
Enjoy a round of golf on a Gary Player' designed course

Horse Riding
1 ½ hour novice ride or 2 ½ hour game-viewing ride (max weight 90kgs/197lbs)

Hwange Full Day
A full day through Hwange National Park

Meet the People
A tour into an authentic African village in Zimbabwe

Bridge Tour
A 2 hour tour (either 10.15am/2.15pm)

Night Drives
A 5 hour game drive (6.00pm-11.00pm) including a bush dinner

Spa & Wellness
Treat yourself to a range of beauty therapy treatments ranging from Manicures to massage

Shopping
Shop till you drop in Victoria Falls Town and markets!

Hide Sits
Guided sits' at a Hide (just 5 meters away from the waterhole)

Steam Train Trips
A variety of Steam Train tours ranging from the Royal Tea Run to The Victoria Falls Bridge to an Out of Africa Bush Breakfast

Traditional Dancing
African Spectacular from 6.45pm-8.00pm nightly

The Boma Experience
A unique cultural experience combining superb Zimbabwean dishes with a feast of nightly entertainment including drumming (7.00pm-10.00pm nightly)

Victoria Falls Tour
Open 6.00am to 6.00pm entrance fee charged, PLEASE CARRY PROOF OF IDENTIFICATION




WATER ACTIVITIES

Boogie Boarding at Victoria Falls

With Victoria Falls as a backdrop, Boogie Boarding is arguably the best bungee jump in the world, with a 111 metre plummet towards the Zambezi River

Boogie Boarding
Surf the Zambezi or combo trip (raft and boogie board)

Victoria Falls - White Water Rafting down the Mighty Zambezi

White Water Rafting
Full and half day ADRENALIN RUSH!!!

Jet Boat
Wild water jet boating in the gorge below the falls. Approximately 2 ½ hours, actual activity 45 minutes

Wine Route
A sedate 2 hour flat-water trip in a Canadian canoe with your own personal paddler. Early morning or Sundown


Victoria Falls canoeing

Upper Zambezi Canoeing
Half day and full day trips as well as three fully backed up tented safaris

River Cruises
Breakfast 7.00am, Lunch 12.00 noon, Sunset 4.00pm. Approximately 2 hours

Dinner Cruise
Sunset Cruise followed by dinner on the river approx 6.00pm to 10.00pm

Zambezi Jetboat
A River Safari, game viewing by boat throughout the day, and go places Others can't!

Fishing
Full day fishing trip on the Zambezi River. All disciplines catered for.


Photos of The Victoria Falls


"Devil's Cataract", the westernmost cataract of Victoria Falls and the start of a line of weakness where the next falls will form.


Victoria Falls Helicopter flip


Map of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, Southern Africa


Watch Swimming In Victoria Falls Devils Pool video here



The natural pools on the zambia side of the victoria falls are only accessible during the low season, and are an experience you will never forget! there are two pools, the devils pool (shown) and the much more relaxing angels pool for the timid types!