Is it safe to visit Victoria Falls Zimbabwe?

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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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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Top Travel Tips for Victoria Falls Don't miss out: most hotels or lodges will gladly arrange activities on arrival for you, however, booking in advance is recommended to ensure availability on elephant-back safaris as these are often fully booked.

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Visiting Victoria Falls requires vaccinations against Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A and B, and Tetanus. You will also need to take anti-Malaria medication, especially important when you are travelling to the falls during wet season as mosquitoes are at their highest levels.

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Modern tourism The beauty of the falls lies in their natural state, but the area is at some risk of runaway tourism-based development—more resorts, hotels, and even a possible dam below the falls that could flood several park gorges.

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Zimbabwe and especially Victoria Falls are very safe for tourists to visit. Local people in Victoria Falls Town are friendly and welcoming. However, both in the town itself and at the falls, touts trying to sell souvenirs can be very persuasive and sometimes overbearing.

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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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Same-sex relations are illegal in Zimbabwe and can attract criminal penalties. Be careful when taking photos. Photographing airports, military establishments, government offices, the President's residence and security forces is illegal. Avoid political activity and any activities that officials could view as political.

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Other bottlenecks to tourism growth includes: lack of internal airline connectivity & poor road network, poor marketing, lack of institutional coordination, limited skills and experience, lack of domestic tourism promotion, unfriendly visa policy and limited ICT usage. Harare.

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Can I drink the water in Victoria Falls? Yes. Most, if not all locals, drink happily from municipal supplies. However, if you suspect you may have a sensitive stomach, then bottled water is recommended and is readily available.

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Devil's pool at Victoria Falls. It is possible to fall from the Devil's Pool, although it is considered safe if certain safety precautions are taken. Visitors to the pool are only allowed to swim during the dry season when the water level is low and a natural rock barrier forms at the pool's edge.

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Safety at night:Unsafe. Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe carries a relative risk for solo female travelers, particularly at night. It is generally safer to avoid walking alone at night due to instances of petty crime such as pickpocketing and muggings.

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To make the most of your time here, you will want to visit for at least two days. Even if your time is limited, you can make your trip to the falls an exciting memory that will last a lifetime. To enjoy Victoria Falls to the fullest, plan for three or four days.

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Most hotels in Victoria Falls are booked on a bed-and-breakfast basis. We would recommend a minimum stay of two nights and an ideal stay of three nights. If you want to experience everything this location has to offer and take part in various activities, you may even want to stay four nights or longer.

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  • Hepatitis A. Hepatitis A is recommended for travel to South Africa and Vic Falls.
  • Typhoid. A food and water borne disease, typhoid vaccination is often recommended.
  • Malaria. ...
  • Rabies. ...
  • Chikungunya. ...
  • Travellers' Diarrhoea. ...
  • Zika. ...
  • Sexually transmitted illness.


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