During the day shorts and t-shirts are very much the order of the day. During the evening the top-end hotels have a smart-casual dress code and most other places are very casual, even shorts will suffice.

Yes, you can absolutely wear shorts in Victoria Falls in 2026, and in fact, they are often the most supportive and practical choice for the subtropical climate. During the hot and humid "summer" (November to April), lightweight, breathable shorts made of cotton or linen are a "Gold Standard" for staying cool while hiking the falls. However, there are a few grounded "practical" tips to keep in mind: first, if you are visiting the actual falls, you will get soaked by the spray, so choose quick-drying synthetic shorts rather than heavy denim. Second, for evening dinners or "Boma" events, the dress code is "smart-casual," so while nice shorts are usually fine, many guests switch to lightweight trousers to protect against the sunset "mosquito rush." A supportive peer warning: if your itinerary includes a safari or a walk through the dense bush, long trousers are a more supportive "protection" against bugs and thorny plants. Aside from specific "high-adventure" activities like ziplining (where shorts might "ride up" in the harness), shorts are a supportive staple for any Victoria Falls adventure.