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What attracts people to Vic falls?

One of the most famous sections of the falls is the “Devil's Pool” – located at the edge and where the water begins to drop. Countless tourists take the risk of swimming in this particular section despite the risk of falling over the edge.



Victoria Falls, known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya ("The Smoke That Thunders"), is a major global attraction primarily because it is the world's largest sheet of falling water. Its sheer scale—spanning nearly two kilometers in width—creates a mist that can be seen from 50 kilometers away. Beyond the visual spectacle, it is a hub for high-adrenaline activities, including white-water rafting on the Zambezi, bungee jumping from the Victoria Falls Bridge, and swimming in the famous Devil’s Pool right at the edge of the abyss. For a more relaxed experience, visitors are drawn to sunset river cruises, helicopter "Flights of Angels" for aerial views, and the rich biodiversity of the surrounding national parks, which are home to elephants, hippos, and rare bird species.

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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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Victoria Falls is neither the widest nor highest waterfall in the world, but it's the world's largest sheet of falling water, which solidifies this classification. It is twice the height of North America's Niagara Falls, and is only rivalled by Iguazu Falls in South America.

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As well as being a natural wonder, Victoria Falls is a hub of activity. There is something for everyone. For the adrenaline junkies, there is white rafting, kayaking, the 111-metre high bungee jump, river surfing, gorge swings and zip wires.

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Mosi-oa-Tunya This is the local name for the Victoria Falls in the Tonga language – it is translated as “the smoke that thunders”.

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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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It is possible to swim in the rock pools right underneath the waterfalls at certain times of the year ('low water'). This is an unforgettable adventure right in the heart of one of the most beautiful places on earth!

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General Facts About Victoria
  • The Oldest Civilisation on Earth. ...
  • The Smallest Mainland State. ...
  • Named After a Queen. ...
  • Vs the United Kingdom. ...
  • A Former Capital? ...
  • One Huge City. ...
  • Second Generation. ...
  • The World's Longest Tram Network.


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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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Famous Visitors to Victoria Falls over the years What do a Spice Girl, a billionaire football club owner, Michael Jackson and a Baywatch star all have in common with the queen of England? They have all at some point, made the trip to gaze upon the beauty of Victoria Falls.

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The Zambezi River forms the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. This is why Zambia and Zimbabwe share Victoria Falls, with roughly two-thirds of the Falls lying on the Zimbabwe side.

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In comparison, Victoria Falls is the world's largest sheet of falling water and is almost double the height of Niagara Falls and half a kilometer wider. In the wet season, the spray from Victoria Falls can rise 400m above the falls and can be seen from up to 48km away.

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With scale, drama, power and beauty it is easy to see why The Victoria Falls has been accredited as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world. Such an awe-inspiring experience, a once in a lifetime opportunity to observe one of our world's most precious areas of natural magnificence.

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