Victoria Falls gateway

Things to do in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is the main base for Victoria Falls tours, airport transfers, river cruises, stays, and easy safari add-ons across the region.

Use Zimbabwe as your launch point for waterfall visits, guided tours, helicopter flights, sunset cruises, village experiences, and flexible multi-day itineraries.

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Zimbabwe is the main base for Victoria Falls tours, airport transfers, river cruises, stays, and easy safari add-ons across the region.

Use Zimbabwe as your launch point for waterfall visits, guided tours, helicopter flights, sunset cruises, village experiences, and flexible multi-day itineraries.

Planning notes

Best for waterfall-first itineraries
Strong hotel and transfer coverage
Easy add-ons to Zambia and Botswana

Zimbabwe

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Exclusive Entire Manor
accommodation 159 views

Exclusive Entire Manor

Complete Victorian Manor exclusive booking. Perfect for large groups, weddings, or corporate retreats in Vict…

★ 0.0 Per night
$4000.00
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VFT to Tsowa
transfer 157 views

VFT to Tsowa

Town to Tsowa

★ 4.5 One Way
$18.00
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Drift Inn - Standard Room
accommodation 155 views

Drift Inn - Standard Room

Comfortable standard room with fixed queen bed at Drift Inn. Ensuite bathroom and convenient location near Vi…

★ 0.0 Per night
$120.00
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Villa - Sharing
accommodation 155 views

Villa - Sharing

Luxury villa with private plunge pool and garden. Perfect for romantic getaways or special occasions in Victo…

★ 0.0 Per night
$280.00
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Master Suite - Single
accommodation 152 views

Master Suite - Single

Exclusive master suite for single occupancy. Perfect for business or leisure travelers seeking premium accomm…

★ 0.0 Per night
$332.00
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Victorian Suite - Single
accommodation 148 views

Victorian Suite - Single

Spacious Victorian suite for single occupancy with all amenities. Ideal for solo travelers wanting luxury acc…

★ 0.0 Per night
$288.00
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Guide Accommodation
accommodation 128 views

Guide Accommodation

Accommodation for tour guides and leaders at Bayete Collection properties. Comfortable lodging for accompanyi…

★ 0.0 Per night
$100.00
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Bayette Guest Lodge - Executive Room
accommodation 125 views

Bayette Guest Lodge - Executive Room

Executive room at Bayette Guest Lodge with premium amenities. 30-room property including honeymoon suite opti…

★ 0.0 Per night
$160.00
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Bayette Guest Lodge - Classic Room
accommodation 125 views

Bayette Guest Lodge - Classic Room

Classic comfortable room at Bayette Guest Lodge. Family cottage and various room configurations available.

★ 0.0 Per night
$130.00
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PheZulu Guest Lodge - Deluxe Room
accommodation 125 views

PheZulu Guest Lodge - Deluxe Room

Deluxe room at PheZulu Guest Lodge with twin/king convertible bed. 21-room property with hair dryers and safe…

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$150.00
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Drift Inn - Studio Room
accommodation 106 views

Drift Inn - Studio Room

Studio room with king/twin bed configuration at Drift Inn. Flexible accommodation option with ensuite facilit…

★ 0.0 Per night
$140.00
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Flying Fox
activity 63 views

Flying Fox

Flying fox cable ride.

★ 4.5 30 Minutes
$69.00
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Zambia

Livingstone-side experiences, river adventures, and cross-border touring around the falls.

Botswana

Chobe-focused wildlife trips, game drives, and day tours from the Victoria Falls region.

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Yes, popular options include: Victoria Falls Backpackers (Zimbabwe), Shoestrings Backpackers, and in Livingstone: Jollyboys Backpackers, Fawlty Towers. Prices: $15-25 for dorms, $40-60 for private rooms. Often include bars, pools, and tour booking services.

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.

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.

The Zimbabwe side offers: 75% of the viewpoints, better panoramic views, the main falls viewpoint, Devil's Cataract, Danger Point, and excellent photography spots. The town has more infrastructure, shops, and restaurants. Entrance: $30 for international visitors.

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.

There are several licensed operators including: Batoka Sky, Zambezi Helicopter Company, and United Air Charters. All follow strict safety regulations. Flights depart from both Zimbabwe and Zambia sides, with similar pricing and routes.