Jeans, pants or trousers and cotton long sleeve shirts for evenings, as this is good prevention against mosquitoes. Loose-fitting, harem like pants for comfort around your hotel. Winter months can get cold especially on safari so a good fleece/jacket, gloves, scarf and woollen hat.

Visiting Victoria Falls in 2026 requires a "layered and waterproof" strategy. Because the spray from the falls—locally known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (The Smoke That Thunders)—can soak you to the bone in seconds, a lightweight, breathable raincoat or poncho is essential, regardless of the heat. Underneath, wear quick-drying athletic fabrics (polyester or nylon) rather than cotton or denim, which stay heavy and cold when wet. For footwear, choose waterproof sandals with straps (like Tevas or Chacos) or sneakers with good grip, as the walkways are notoriously slippery. If you are visiting during the "High Water" season (February to June), you will likely get completely drenched, so bringing a waterproof dry bag for your electronics and camera is a must. In the evenings, switch to long sleeves and trousers made of lightweight linen to protect yourself from mosquitoes, which are prevalent in the Zambezi river valley.