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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Why travelers book this destination

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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Best for waterfall-first itineraries

Strong hotel and transfer coverage

Easy add-ons to Zambia and Botswana

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Victoria Falls Full-Day: Rainforest & Zambezi Sunset Cruise

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Victoria Falls Full-Day: Rainforest & Zambezi Sunset Cruise

1 Day (day trip). Victoria Falls Rainforest, Upper Zambezi River.

★ 0.0 1 Day (day trip)

$450.00

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Victoria Falls Overnight Escape

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Victoria Falls Overnight Escape

2 Days / 1 Nights. Victoria Falls Rainforest, Upper Zambezi, Victoria Falls town.

★ 0.0 2 Days / 1 Nights

$1675.00

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4 Days / 3 Nights Hwange Waterholes & Painted Dog

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4 Days / 3 Nights Hwange Waterholes & Painted Dog

4 Days / 3 Nights. Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park (Main Camp, Ngamo and Kennedy pans), Painted Dog Cons…

★ 0.0 4 Days / 3 Nights

$5825.00

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12 Days / 11 Nights Victoria Falls, Chobe, Okavango & Cape Town

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12 Days / 11 Nights Victoria Falls, Chobe, Okavango & Cape Town

12 Days / 11 Nights. Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta water and land, Cape Town, Cape Peni…

★ 0.0 12 Days / 11 Nights

$5100.00

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6 Days / 5 Nights Livingstone, Victoria Falls & Hwange

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6 Days / 5 Nights Livingstone, Victoria Falls & Hwange

6 Days / 5 Nights. Mosi-oa-Tunya, Livingstone, Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Victoria Falls Rainforest, Painte…

★ 0.0 6 Days / 5 Nights

$2400.00

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7 Days / 6 Nights Victoria Falls, Hwange & Mana Pools Fly-in

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7 Days / 6 Nights Victoria Falls, Hwange & Mana Pools Fly-in

7 Days / 6 Nights. Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Mana Pools National Park (Zambezi valley floor).

★ 0.0 7 Days / 6 Nights

$2850.00

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Livingstone Victoria Falls Day Tour

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Livingstone Victoria Falls Day Tour

1 Day (day trip). Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls World Heritage Site, Livingstone.

★ 0.0 1 Day (day trip)

$350.00

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4 Days / 3 Nights Victoria Falls, Livingstone & Chobe

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4 Days / 3 Nights Victoria Falls, Livingstone & Chobe

4 Days / 3 Nights. Victoria Falls Rainforest, Zambezi National Park, Mosi-oa-Tunya, Livingstone, Chobe Nation…

★ 0.0 4 Days / 3 Nights

$1500.00

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Three Countries in Three Days, Zimbabwe, Zambia & Botswana

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Three Countries in Three Days, Zimbabwe, Zambia & Botswana

3 Days / 2 Nights. Victoria Falls Rainforest, Mosi-oa-Tunya, Livingstone, Kazungula border, Chobe National Pa…

★ 0.0 3 Days / 2 Nights

$5350.00

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8 Days / 7 Nights Victoria Falls, Chobe & the Okavango Delta

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8 Days / 7 Nights Victoria Falls, Chobe & the Okavango Delta

8 Days / 7 Nights. Victoria Falls Rainforest, Chobe National Park, Savuti or Khwai, Okavango Delta water and …

★ 0.0 8 Days / 7 Nights

$3300.00

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9 Days / 8 Nights Zimbabwe Big Five & Rhino Conservation Circuit

9 Days / 8 Nights. Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Painted Dog Conservation Centre, Matobo Hills, Imire…

★ 0.0 9 Days / 8 Nights

$3750.00

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18 Days / 17 Nights Complete Zimbabwe Explorer

18 Days / 17 Nights. Victoria Falls, Zambezi NP, Hwange, Painted Dog Conservation Centre, Matobo Hills, Khami…

★ 0.0 18 Days / 17 Nights

$7800.00

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Best Zimbabwe Celebrations to Travel For: New Year at the Falls, Independence Day and HIFA

Zimbabwe closes for eleven public holidays, but only a handful are celebrations a visitor can join. The Victoria Falls …

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Best Southern Africa Holidays to Travel: Dates, Long Weekends and What Closes

Tours keep running on a public holiday, but banks, government offices and some services do not, and domestic demand cha…

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The Okavango Delta Safari, Explained

When the Okavango floods, why that is the opposite of what you expect, what an Okavango Delta safari costs, and how it …

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Nearby planning

Related destinations

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.

Namibia

Desert and coast routing through Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland and Etosha.

South Africa

Cape Town, the Garden Route, the Winelands and Kruger big-five safaris.

Tanzania

Serengeti and Ngorongoro migration safaris, Kilimanjaro treks and Zanzibar beaches.

Kenya

Masai Mara migration safaris, Amboseli elephants and the Rift Valley lakes.

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May offers transitional conditions: Water flow begins to decrease, spray reduces improving visibility, weather is pleasant (15-27°C), and crowds are moderate. A good balance between water volume and viewing conditions.

The Zambia side offers: Closer access to the Eastern Cataract, Knife Edge Bridge, Livingstone Island, Devil's Pool (dry season), and unique angled views. Livingstone town has good amenities. Entrance: $20 for international visitors.

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.

March has high water flow: Similar to February with powerful falls but possibly less rain. The spray is still heavy, creating rainbows. Temperatures start to cool slightly (20-30°C). Good for experiencing the falls' maximum power.

June offers cool, dry conditions: Water flow is moderate, temperatures are comfortable (10-25°C) with cool nights, and visibility is good. It's low season with fewer crowds and good hotel rates. Bring warm clothing for evenings.

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