Livingstone-side experiences

Things to do in Zambia

Zambia combines Livingstone access, Zambezi River activities, and cross-border travel with a strong mix of soft adventure and classic falls experiences.

Travelers using Zambia often mix Livingstone stays, river-based activities, guided tours, and private transfers into a single itinerary around the falls.

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Experiences 48
Articles 10
FAQs 42
Starting from $18.00
Livingstone transfers River and cruise experiences Cross-border touring Flexible private day trips

Why travelers book this destination

Zambia combines Livingstone access, Zambezi River activities, and cross-border travel with a strong mix of soft adventure and classic falls experiences.

Travelers using Zambia often mix Livingstone stays, river-based activities, guided tours, and private transfers into a single itinerary around the falls.

Planning notes

Good for multi-country itineraries
Useful for Livingstone hotel stays
Pairs well with Zimbabwe and Botswana day trips

Zambia

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Victoria Falls Town to Tsowa Transfer
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Victoria Falls Town to Tsowa Transfer

Private road transfer from Victoria Falls town towards Tsowa on the Zambezi. The final leg out to the island …

★ 4.5 One Way
$18.00
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Zambezi National Park Game Drive: Riverfront Big Game
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Zambezi National Park Game Drive: Riverfront Big Game

An open-vehicle game drive in Zambezi National Park, upstream of the Falls, following the river frontage and …

★ 4.6 3–4 Hours
$120.00
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Horseback Safari: Ride the Zambezi Bush
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Horseback Safari: Ride the Zambezi Bush

A guided horseback ride through open bush and riverine woodland near Victoria Falls. Game moves differently a…

★ 4.6 2–3 Hours
$171.00
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Canopy Tour: Zip Lines and Bridges Above the Gorge
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Canopy Tour: Zip Lines and Bridges Above the Gorge

A linked circuit of short zip lines, aerial walkways and suspension bridges strung through the gorge rim fore…

★ 4.6 2 Hours
$81.00
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Victoria Falls Airport to Old Drift Lodge Transfer
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Victoria Falls Airport to Old Drift Lodge Transfer

Private transfer from Victoria Falls International Airport to Old Drift Lodge, on the Zambezi inside the nati…

★ 4.7 One Way
$24.00
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Victoria Falls Town to Matetsi Transfer
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Victoria Falls Town to Matetsi Transfer

Private road transfer from Victoria Falls to Matetsi, on the Zambezi upstream of the Falls, with an English s…

★ 4.5 One Way
$47.00
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Kazungula Border to Old Drift Lodge Transfer
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Kazungula Border to Old Drift Lodge Transfer

Private transfer from the Kazungula border post to Old Drift Lodge on the Zambezi, met on arrival at the bord…

★ 4.6 One Way
$52.00
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Kazungula Border to Livingstone Town Transfer
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Kazungula Border to Livingstone Town Transfer

Private transfer from the Kazungula border post into Livingstone, Zambia, with an English speaking driver and…

★ 4.5 One Way
$85.00
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4-Day Livingstone Cultural & Wildlife Safari
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4-Day Livingstone Cultural & Wildlife Safari

Combine wildlife encounters with authentic village experiences

★ 4.5 4 Days / 3 Nights
$1200.00
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Victoria Falls Town to Kazungula Border Transfer
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Victoria Falls Town to Kazungula Border Transfer

Private transfer from your Victoria Falls hotel to the Kazungula border post for Botswana, running through Ch…

★ 4.6 One Way
$67.00
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Victoria Falls Airport to Tsowa Transfer
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Victoria Falls Airport to Tsowa Transfer

Private transfer from Victoria Falls International Airport towards Tsowa, on the Zambezi upstream of the Fall…

★ 4.6 One Way
$29.00
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4-Day Lower Zambezi Canoe Safari with Walking Safaris, Game Drives & Meals
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4-Day Lower Zambezi Canoe Safari with Walking Safaris, Game Drives & Meals

Four days in the Lower Zambezi, where the park runs along the river beneath the escarpment. Canoeing on the c…

★ 4.9 4 Days / 3 Nights
$1300.00
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What Victoria Falls Activities Cost and How to Plan Your Days

What Victoria Falls Activities Cost and How to Plan Your Days

Starting prices from our listings: Zimbabwean side tour $101, Zambian side $30, sundowner cruise $85, helicopter $220, …

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What to Expect on a Zambezi Sunset Cruise at Victoria Falls

What to Expect on a Zambezi Sunset Cruise at Victoria Falls

Two to three hours on the calm water above the Falls from $85, with snacks, drinks and hotel transfers, hippo close to …

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Walking With White Rhino Near Victoria Falls

Walking With White Rhino Near Victoria Falls

Track white rhino on foot in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Zambia. A sunrise game drive at 07:20, then the walk at about…

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Frequently asked questions

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It depends: Zimbabwe has more viewpoints and better overall views. Zambia offers unique experiences like Devil's Pool and closer waterfall access. Most visitors recommend seeing both sides if possible. Zimbabwe is better for first-time visitors wanting comprehensive views.

The jump platform is on the Victoria Falls Bridge, which stands 128 meters above the Zambezi River. The actual jump is 111 meters from platform to water surface. It's operated by AJ Hackett, one of the world's most experienced bungee operators.

Victoria Falls Bridge was completed in 1905 as part of Cecil Rhodes' Cape to Cairo railway vision. It spans 198 meters across the Zambezi Gorge, 128 meters above the river. Designed by Sir Ralph Freeman, it's a steel arch bridge used for rail, road, and foot traffic.

Zimbabwe side weather: Similar to Zambia but slightly hotter in summer. January-March: 25-30°C with rain. April-June: 15-25°C, dry. July-September: 10-25°C, cool nights. October-December: 25-35°C, becoming rainy. The microclimate near the falls is always humid.

Zimbabwe side: VFA (Victoria Falls International Airport). Zambia side: LVI (Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport, Livingstone). These codes are used for flight bookings and airport identification.

Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) serves the Zimbabwe side and Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) serves Livingstone, Zambia. Both have basic facilities including currency exchange, car rentals, and transfers to hotels. VFA has recently been upgraded with improved terminals and amenities.
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