How long does it take to see Victoria Falls?

Victoria Falls in 2-4 Days You can explore Victoria Falls in as little as two days. If this is your plan, you'll want to get as much as possible out of each hour of your visit. You can do that by booking your accommodation close to the falls and going on at least one or two tours.



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Enjoy a guided day trip to the spectacular Victoria Falls. Convenient collection available from either Kalahari Tours' office or a pre-arranged alternative location in Kasane Town Centre. Assisted transfer through the Zimbabwean border to Victoria Falls.

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The best time to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls is from February to May, directly after the region's summer rains, when you'll see the world's largest sheet of falling water flowing at its greatest volume.

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high all year round in the north, east and northwest of the country including the valley of Zambezi River, Victoria Falls, national parks Chizarira, Hwange, Gonarezhou and Mana. We recommend the use of mosquito-repellent measures from dusk till morning, in combination with the use of malaria tablets.

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The sheer size of Victoria also makes it a more grandiose site than Niagara, with the surface area twice as big than that of its rival – so there's much more to see as you travel around the falls' perimeter.

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Quick Dry T-shirts - Chances are, you will break a sweat. Active Shoes - Great for exploring off-the-beaten paths, hiking trails and waterfalls. We love sturdy hiking sandals, such as Chacos or Keens, for warmer climates. Hat & Sunglasses - To keep the sun out of your eyes and off your face.

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Victoria Falls Entrance Zimbabwe If you book a guided Tour of the Falls, your tour operator will pickup and drop you off from your hotel/lodge. But if you want to do a self guided tour, then you will have to make your own way there.

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Both sides have their advantages. In general, the views of the falls are better from the Zimbabwe side, especially during the low water season. But low water season is also the best time to visit Livingstone Island and Devil's Pool or Angel's Pool, which you can only do on the Zambian side.

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Victoria Falls is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Devil's Pool is adjacent to the famous Livingstone Island situated on the edge of the Victoria Falls. Guests can choose to enjoy an exhilarating swim to the edge of the falls during their Livingstone Island visit.

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The border between Zambia and Zimbabwe is located at the Victoria Falls Bridge border crossing, approximately 10 km south of Livingstone (15 minutes by taxi). Your hotel can arrange a taxi, and the driver will usually usher you through immigration, helping with any paperwork.

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Most foreigners require a visa to enter Zimbabwe, which can usually be issued at the border or upon arrival. The cost depends on nationality and length of stay. US Citizens do require a visa (Category B) however you will be granted the visa at the port of entry (border post on your day of arrival).

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Passport requirements when flying to Vic Falls A passport that is valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry. Non-South African citizens might also require a visa. Infants and children under 18 require a passport and an unabridged birth certificate for travel.

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It is the largest waterfall in the world based on width and height. It measures one mile wide (1.7 km) and 360 feet high (108 meters). The Victoria Falls became a World Heritage Site in 1989 – This means it belongs to all the people of the word, irrespective of the territory on which the World Heritage site is.

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The Mosi-oa-Tunya/Victoria Falls is the world's greatest sheet of falling water and significant worldwide for its exceptional geological and geomorphological features and active land formation processes with outstanding beauty attributed to the falls i.e. the spray, mist and rainbows.

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In recent years, Zambia has entrenched itself as one of the safest and most stable countries in sub-Saharan Africa, whereas Zimbabwe has become synonymous with tyrannical rule and economic mismanagement. Despite this, both sides of Victoria Falls are popular with tourists and as safe to visit as anywhere in the region.

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Victoria Falls is generally a safe place to visit and is separate from Zimbabwe in a political sense, due to the country relying on it for its tourism. Social and political unrest is therefore kept at bay, roads are maintained, cash is usually accessible (check with us first), and the town is kept clean.

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You can take a stroll down Victoria Falls National Park's footpaths, meandering through drizzling rainforest and out onto gorge-edge viewpoints where you'll be greeted head-on by the glorious Main Falls – thundering down into the rocky chasm below, causing tremors in the ground beneath your feet.

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