Zambia attraction

Livingstone and Mosi-oa-Tunya

The Zambian side of Victoria Falls.

About this place

Livingstone town sits 10km from the Falls and gives you the Zambian viewpoints, Devil's Pool access in low-water months, and a more relaxed pace than the Zimbabwe side. Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park surrounds the falls on the Zambian bank and holds the only white rhino in the area on a protected walking circuit.

What to do

Devil's Pool (swim at the lip of the falls, August-January only)

Microflight or helicopter over the falls

Knife-edge bridge walk for face-on falls views

White rhino walking safari in Mosi-oa-Tunya

David Livingstone Museum and historic Old Drift cemetery

Practical information

Park entry USD 20 per person. Cross to the Zimbabwe side on foot via the bridge, and bring your passport and KAZA Univisa. The whole bridge walk and crossing takes about 90 minutes.

Combine with

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe side)

Chobe day trip

Lower Zambezi

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Experiences here

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Devil’s Pool: Swim the Edge of Victoria Falls
water 2.9K views

Devil’s Pool: Swim the Edge of Victoria Falls

A guided swim to the natural rock pool on the very lip of Victoria Falls, on the Zambian side. You sit at the edge with…

  • Guided Devils Pool experience
  • boat transfers
  • A guided swim to the natural rock pool on the very lip of Victoria Falls
★ 4.9 3hrs
$215.00
White Rhino Walking Safari near Victoria Falls with Game Drive
safari 3.1K views

White Rhino Walking Safari near Victoria Falls with Game Drive

Livingstone Rhino Walk in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park combines a guided game drive with a walking safari to track white…

  • Guided rhino walk
  • Livingstone Rhino Walk in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park combines a guided game drive with a walking safari to track white rhinos on foot
  • Get close in a controlled
★ 4.8 2–3 Hours
$150.00
Zambian Side Falls Tour: Knife-Edge Bridge and the Boiling Pot
trip 2.8K views

Zambian Side Falls Tour: Knife-Edge Bridge and the Boiling Pot

A guided walk of Victoria Falls from the Zambian side, crossing the Knife-Edge Bridge for the face-on view into the gor…

  • Professional guide
  • A guided walk of Victoria Falls from the Zambian side
  • crossing the Knife-Edge Bridge for the face-on view into the gorge
★ 4.7 1h 30mins
$30.00
Livingstone Town Tour: Museum, Colonial Streets and Curios
trip 2.8K views

Livingstone Town Tour: Museum, Colonial Streets and Curios

A guided half day through Livingstone on the Zambian side: the Livingstone Museum, the colonial-era buildings of the ol…

  • Professional guide
  • A guided half day through Livingstone on the Zambian side: the Livingstone Museum
  • the colonial-era buildings of the old Northern Rhodesian capital
★ 4.5 2–3 Hours
$60.00
3-Day Zimbabwe & Zambia Falls Excursion with Accommodation & Transfers
adventure 3.1K views

3-Day Zimbabwe & Zambia Falls Excursion with Accommodation & Transfers

Three days across Zimbabwe and Zambia with accommodation, airport and inter-hotel transfers. Guided tours of Victoria F…

  • water
  • inter hotel transfer
  • accommodation
★ 0.0 3 Days
$700.00
Full-Day Livingstone Tour: Falls Tour, Game Drive, Village Tour & Boat Cruise
trip 2.8K views

Full-Day Livingstone Tour: Falls Tour, Game Drive, Village Tour & Boat Cruise

A full day in Zambia from Victoria Falls with return border transfers: a guided Livingstone town tour, the Zambian side…

  • water
  • transfers
  • Game Drive
★ 0.0 1 full day
$250.00
Questions answered

Frequently asked questions

The local name is "Mosi-oa-Tunya" meaning "The Smoke That Thunders" in the Kololo language. This name predates David Livingstone's "discovery" and is still used officially in Zambia. It perfectly describes the spray and sound of the falls.

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 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.

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.
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