Overview
Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya, is about 1.7 km wide and up to about 108 m high, one of the largest curtains of falling water in the world. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site shared by Zambia and Zimbabwe.
The falls can be seen from both sides: the towns of Livingstone (Zambia) and Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) are the bases. A KAZA UniVisa covers both countries for eligible nationalities; check the current rules.
Best time to visit
The flow is highest from about February to May, with huge spray; views are clearer from about June to August. Late in the dry season (around October to November) parts of the Zambian side can be nearly dry.
Highlights
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Rainforest walk
Viewpoints along the gorge on the Zimbabwe side, facing most of the falls.
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Knife-Edge Bridge
A footbridge on the Zambian side through the spray.
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Victoria Falls Bridge
The 1905 bridge between the two countries, with bungee and bridge tours.
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Zambezi activities
Sunset cruises above the falls and white-water rafting below them.
Getting there
Victoria Falls Airport (Zimbabwe) and Livingstone Airport (Zambia) are each about 20 minutes from the falls.
Practical tips
- Opening & tickets
- Opening times, ticket rules and any visitor limits change, so check the official information before you go.
- Time needed
- Two to three days.
Official information: UNESCO: Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls. Check opening hours, prices and entry rules there before you go.
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