Victoria Falls safaris, tours & holiday packages
The top natural wonder in the world
Africa's most impressive waterfall leaves all who gaze upon it in mystified awe, but there's much more than spectacular scenic beauty to enthral visitors to Victoria Falls
The town of Victoria Falls is to Zimbabwe as Hong Kong is to China ... a seemingly autonomous and vibrant enclave that boasts everything a traveller to southern Africa could wish for. The waterfall – especially when the river's water levels rise between January and June – is immense and description-defyingly impressive, but the Zimbabwean town that shares the falls' name is in itself a great destination to explore.
With many of its hotels strung out along the Upper Zambezi, a stone's throw above the Falls, Vic Falls town has developed in close proximity to 'the smoke that thunders'. This makes it considerably easier for guests to access the waterfall on the Zimbabwean side than from the Zambian town of Livingstone. Furthermore, the tiny Victoria Falls National Park, with its rainforest trails and numerous viewpoints, provides unrivalled opportunities to view the multiple falls that together constitute this extraordinary natural spectacle.
Popular Victoria Falls safaris
These popular itineraries can be customised to match your budget and travel dates
Safari in Vic Falls, Chobe & Okavango Delta (SA 7 days)
This three-in-one journey will show you the majestic Victoria Falls, the massive elephant bulls of Chobe and the natural wonder that is the Okavango Delta
$ 4,730
£ 3,608
R 64,993
€ 4,106
per person
7 daysQuick and affordable Victoria Falls & Chobe experience
Visit Livingstone, Zambia, to marvel at the Victoria Falls – or 'the smoke that thunders' – before going on safari and a river cruise in Botswana's Chobe National Park
$ 1,896
£ 1,446
R 26,052
€ 1,646
per person
5 daysBest of Zambia Luxury Safari
Combine water and wildlife in a journey that takes you from the Victoria Falls to Kafue and South Luangwa national parks – Zambia at its best
$ 7,745
£ 5,908
R 106,420
€ 6,723
per person
9 daysLuxurious Cape Town and Victoria Falls
Two countries in 8 days may seem like a lot but with this well thought out itinerary you will see some of the regions most iconic destinations without feeling like you are rushing through it at all.
$ 3,925
£ 2,994
R 53,932
€ 3,407
per person
8 daysBotswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa safari
This Southern Africa safari adventure will take you to the tip of the African continent
$ 5,990
£ 4,569
R 82,310
€ 5,200
per person
19 days10-day wilderness safari in Kenya, Zambia and Zimbabwe
Experience the best of the migration and wildlife in Kenya, then travel to Zambia to witness Victoria Falls, ending your adventure at Hwange National Park.
$ 5,785
£ 4,413
R 79,489
€ 5,022
per person
10 daysSouth Africa and Zambia honeymoon
Explore the romantic Atlantic Ocean with multi-cultural mixture and Big Five - also encounter the Livington Victoria Falls
$ 4,703
£ 3,587
R 64,620
€ 4,082
per person
10 daysTwo weeks in Botswana - a luxury safari itinerary
The ideal safari to capture Botswana's unrivalled beauty and abundance of flora and fauna through the lens
$ 6,895
£ 5,259
R 94,741
€ 5,985
per person
14 daysBest of Zambia Safari
With some of the wildest and most remote game areas on the continent, and a remarkably low population in a massive country, Zambia has an aura of mystery waiting to be uncovered.
$ 5,755
£ 4,390
R 79,077
€ 4,996
per person
10 daysZambian Odyssey - Safari to Three National Parks
Go on safari to three Zambian national parks, including the flagship South Luangwa, and end in style with a visit to the remarkable Victoria Falls
$ 5,870
£ 4,477
R 80,657
€ 5,095
per person
8 days
“With its close proximity to the iconic waterfall, Vic Falls town offers not only the best opportunities to access and view the Falls, but also a wide array of exciting adventure sports and rewarding safari activities that make it oh-so-tempting to stay and play for at least week.”
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Victoria Falls town also adjoins the larger Zambezi National Park, giving visitors the opportunity to go on game drives where they stand a good chance of seeing elephants, buffaloes and a wide range of general game. Lions, leopards and African wild dogs also occur within the reserve.
The town itself contains all the facilities a traveller could desire. Every taste and budget is catered for with lodging options ranging from backpacker establishments to luxury lodges, big hotels and casinos. Restaurants and bars are also plentiful, while sundowner boat cruises on the Zambezi River above the Falls are an institution.
Few visitors to Vic Falls are able to resist being tempted by at least one of the wide range of adventure sports on offer. Whether it's rafting, riverboarding, bungee jumping or the Flight of the Angels helicopter ride over the Falls, it would feel almost wrong to visit this action-packed town without sampling a couple of its many pulse-racing pursuits.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Victoria Falls
Whether you are in the Southern or East Africa you will generally be able to see the big five. The difference really comes in when considering antelope as they are based on your chosen location. go there.
This is all dependant on the countries that you will be visitng and due to the status of certain vaccinations changing at times, please consult our experts before getting vaccines. go there.
In some parts of Southern Africa it is safe to drink the tap water, however it is highly recommended to stick to bottled water (mostly supplied) during your trip as even drinkable African water is completely different in taste and… go there.
The months of February to May are the best time to experience the thundering Victoria Falls. During this period, the falls will be at it's greatest volume. go there.
To make the most of your Victoria Falls safari, it's best to travel during the months of February to May. Due to the summer rains, the thundering Victoria Falls will be flowing at it's fullest. go there.
Reviews on our Victoria Falls safaris
All details were covered, all staff and food excellent, service was perfect - would highly recommend for sure.
Ron
It took one e-mail to Discover Africa (very friendly and competent staff), one phone call for details and one phone call for minor modifications and in the end we had a perfect holiday experience - a magical Botswana safari as they titled…
Friedrich
from Germany
I am giving below my feedback about all aspect of the trip from 24th May to 5th June, 2016. a) Accommodation at Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Skukuza Rest Camp, Kruger National Park and Cape Town was well located with comfortable rooms as…
Asit
from India
Thank you Amanda for arranging that my sister could join mid-way through our trip from Cape Town to Victoria Falls. Africa travel is not easy, but your great help made it all possible. My sis and I shared some amazing moments in the Okavango…
Arne Woudstra
from Netherlands
Just a quick note to thank Discover Africa for their services during our recent trip to Zambia. The arrangements went like clockwork.
Robert Hibbert
from United Kingdom
The service received from the staff at Discover Africa was fantastic. Dealing with Megan was a pleasure. She was able to create a unique package for us that both exceeded our expectations and fitted within our budget. My fondest memory was…
Warwick and Tasia
from South Africa
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