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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

Zimbabwe

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Victoria Falls Town Walking Tour

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Victoria Falls Town Walking Tour

A guided walk through Victoria Falls town, taking in the craft market, the colonial-era buildings and the day…

★ 0.0 2 Hours

$40.00

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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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