A Definitive Guide To Visit An Astounding Victoria Falls

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The world renowned tourist destination in Africa- Victoria Falls attracts a huge number of tourists, adventure lovers and travelers from all around the world. The Victoria falls is known as Mosi Oa Tunya- The Smoke that Thunders by the locals! One of the seven natural wonders of the world- the Victoria Falls creates the biggest curtain of falling water. No doubt, the Victoria Falls is one of the greatest physical spectacles in Africa, which has a great charm that attracts visitors, tourists, and travelers from all around the world.

Many leisure travelers and tourists are searching the web for “what to do in Victoria Falls”. There are so many activities on offer so its important to try and find out what is best suited for you. In this article, we provide a quick yet interesting guide to visiting the Victoria Falls and what to do…

How to Get to the Falls?

Travelers can opt for flying into Victoria Falls landing in either Zimbabwe or Zambia. You will find there are daily direct flights from Johannesburg with South African Airways and British Airways to Livingstone and Lusaka If you want to experience ...
... an adventurous way to reach the Victoria Falls, then you could opt to take up an overland route - starting in either Johannesburg with pit stops in Botswana, Cape Town via Namibia over 3 weeks or heading South from Tanzania and Kenya over 4 weeks.

Zambia or Zimbabwe- Where is the view of Victoria Falls the best?

You can cross the bridge border between Zimbabwe and Zambia to get the view from both sides so it doesn’t really matter where you head to. Zimbabwe has the better “full view” of the falls year around. Here you will find, there is a breathtaking cliff-walk opening onto the viewpoints of the Devils Cataract, Horseshoe Falls, Main Falls and Rainbow Falls, which help in getting the best out of your visit to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

Whereas, Zambia excels in providing various hiking routes and boasts of having the Livingstone Island and Knife-Edge Bridge, which proves to be a slightly cheaper way of walking down to the falls.

Do you needs Visas to see Victoria Falls?

If you are from one of the SADC (South African Development Community) countries, then you will not have to pay for a visa or submit any kind of paperwork.

The International travelers can get normal visas for both sides and make sure you have the right amount of cash, as the immigration only accepts cash. Normally the costs for the two visas are under the US $100.

What is the Best Time of the Year to Visit Victoria Falls?

The perfect time of the year to visit the Victoria Falls National Park for a safari, splash around in the Devil’s Pool and see the micro lighting over the falls is believed to be the dry season (April to October) when the Falls are at their fullest and most impressive.

However during the rainy season (December to March), the Victoria Falls are still dramatic and awe inspiring. No matter when the falls will leave you mesmerized. However during the rainy season from December – March, its not the best time for river-based activities such as white water rafting.

What to do in Victoria Falls?

As one of the iconic destinations in Africa, the Victoria Falls offers a wide variety of exciting activities like bungee jumping, helicopter flight over the falls, white-water rafting, horseback safaris and many adrenaline pumping water sports. You need to rely on a reliable source to find the right information about where to stay or what to do in Victoria Falls on your visit. This will enhance your trip experience and leave you relaxed. The Safari Index offers expert reviews and insights in to what to do and where to stay as well as handling all the relevant bookings.

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This article is produced by Safari Index- a database of safari destinations in Africa, which offers information like where to stay in a game lodge or camp, what to do in Victoria Falls and more.