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Zambia flag Victoria Falls in Zambia

Victoria Falls known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya which translates as “The Smoke that Thunders” are without doubt one of the world’s true natural wonders. No trip to this part of Africa is complete without marvelling at the constantly changing waters, getting soaked by the spray, or capturing the famous rainbows on film. Victoria Falls are 1.7 km wide and over 100 metres high, at peak times 10 million litres of water plunge over the edge every second.

Below the falls the waters of the Zambezi are forced between the towering cliffs of the Batoka Gorge creating a series of rapids which offer world-class white water rafting.

The tourist infrastructure at Victoria Falls is well developed with a mixture of hotels and lodges ranging from budget options to five star international standard. A huge range of exciting activities is available to suit every taste.


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WHY VISIT Victoria Falls

  • The falls themselves, are a World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the world
  • Great place to relax at the start or end of a safari
  • Excellent hotels and lodges above and below the falls
  • Easy access to nearby Hwange and Chobe Game Reserves
  • Fantastic range of fascinating activities available

ACCOMMODATION IN Victoria Falls

There is world class accommodation here in all categories, your choice of hotel, lodge or camp will depend on whether you are after a romantic stay or something more family orientated. Our consultants can guide you on the best options for your budget and aspirations.


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SAMPLE TOURS

Below are some successful itineraries that have worked well for our clients. Please call to check availability or better still let us tailor make your own safari holiday.

Best of Botswana Parks with Victoria Falls option

12 days from £4430 to £6865 per person sharing

Botswana in Focus

9 days from £7810 to £11541 per person sharing

Botswana in the Secret Season

A flexible flying safari

12 days from £5057 (US$6322)

Iconic Africa

Kenya, Zambia & Zimbabwe

10 days from £3750

Kruger to Victoria Falls

South Africa & Zambia

8 days from £2016

Photographers Dream

Zambia

12 days from £4934 per person sharing

Wings across the Delta

Botswana + Victoria Falls option

10 days from £2565 to £4794


PLACES TO GO IN Victoria Falls

The falls themselves are the big attraction and there is plenty to see and do. Victoria Falls are close to Chobe Game Reserve in Botswana and Hwange in Zimbabwe both of which make for an excellent day trip. There is quite lot of game in the Victoria Falls area, elephant and other wildlife are regularly spotted along the Zambezi River as well as in the small Mosi Oa Tunya National Park.



WHEN IS THE BEST TIME OF YEAR TO GO?

The falls are spectacular at any time of year. The falls are at their most spectacular in the late wet season around March or April but due to the reduced amount of spray other times of year may be preferable for photography. The rafting season is dependent on water levels and usually runs between July and October.

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DRY SEASON

Clear sunny days from May bring good game viewing, as the weather heats up, the bush dries out and game viewing improves. July brings excellent game viewing which continues right through to November! The white water rafting season usually begins in July too.

Although ordinarily the ‘dry season’ is considered the best time to safari, we would recommend that you are mindful when to view Victoria Falls. October through to November is a time of low water levels combined with hot and humid weather. You may capture some clear images without misty spray but the falls may have dried out completely on the Zambian side.

green SEASON

In May you can expect to experience clear blue skies and sunny days, the bush is beginning to dry out. The nights are notably cooler, early safari season begins. A good time to view Victoria Falls.

December has short but regular thunderstorms followed by sunny periods, game viewing is still fairly good!

SHOULDER SEASON

April and May are normally dry months at Victoria Falls but due to the volume of water in the Zambezi River are two of the best months to see the falls at its most spectacular.



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