What is the best side to see Victoria Falls?

Approximately two thirds of the Victoria Falls lies in Zimbabwe – so for the most comprehensive view of the falls Zimbabwe wins with its various viewpoints within the Victoria Falls National Park including the Devil's Cataract, Main Falls, Horseshoe Falls and well-named Rainbow Falls.



Determining the "best" side of Victoria Falls depends on whether you value panoramic views or up-close adventure. Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls town) is widely considered the superior side for first-time 2026 visitors because it provides a frontal view of approximately 75% of the falls' width across 16 designated viewpoints. This side maintains a strong water flow even during the dry season. Zambia (Livingstone), however, offers a more "visceral" experience. It allows you to walk across the Knife Edge Bridge for a soaking-wet perspective of the Eastern Cataract and provides access to the famous Devil's Pool (a natural infinity pool at the edge) during low-water months from September to December. In 2026, many travelers opt for the KAZA UniVisa, which costs $50 and allows you to easily cross the Victoria Falls Bridge to see both countries. If you visit during the "high water" season (March to May), the spray on the Zambian side can be so intense that visibility is near zero, making the Zimbabwean panoramic viewpoints much more practical for photography.

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Best Time of the Year: Zimbabwe vs Zambia Side At other times of the year, Zimbabwe will be more impressive than Zambia. And Zimbabwe is definitely first choice over the months of October and November, when the Zambezi is at its lowest and Zambia's Eastern Cataract sometimes dries up almost completely.

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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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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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You don't need a guide to view the falls, but you'll need to pay the single entry fee, which is currently $30 for adults on both sides. You can also get good views from the Victoria Falls Bridge, which crosses the Zambezi just below the falls. The bridge links Zimbabwe and Zambia and border posts lie at either end.

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Guided tours of Victoria Falls start at around $50 USD, and this price usually includes park fees. If you have booked your trip with a tour operator, depending on the tour, your transport to and from the falls will be taken care of, along with your park fee and tour of the falls.

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In an ideal world, we would suggest you stay on one side of the Falls then cross via the Victoria Falls Bridge for to visit the Falls from the other side during your stay. This is easy to arrange either before you travel or whilst you are away, and full day tours covering both sides of the falls are immensely popular.

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Zambia is rated Level 1 for security (exercise normal precautions) and has few major security concerns. Visitors can avoid criminal activity by utilizing common sense measures provided below. Political activity, especially during national and local elections, can lead to civil unrest and low-level violence.

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We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Zimbabwe due to the threat of crime and the risk of civil unrest.

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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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Victoria Falls is a pretty casual destination and there are no specific restrictions on what you can and cannot wear, except for camouflage, which is prohibited. During the day shorts and t-shirts are very much the order of the day.

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Explore this 2.4-mile loop trail near Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 56 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.

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Victoria Falls is one of the very few destinations in Zimbabwe where you stand the chance to spot each and every member of the renowned Big Five. To aid you in your pursuit to catch sight of them all, we've put together of list of just where in Victoria Falls you can find lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.

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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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Angel Falls, Venezuela Beginning with the one that is the tallest uninterrupted waterfall, at the height of 3,200 feet, Angel Falls is the largest waterfall in the world.

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