Victoria Falls is really the only part of Zimbabwe that I visited on this overland trip. So by no means is this an exhaustive list of things to see and do in Zimbabwe — in fact, I hope to return one day to more fully experience this country. That said, if you only have a short time here, Vic Falls is the unanimous highlight. If you’re planning your own trip, click away to find out more about each activity featured below.
Victoria Falls (And Then Gets Back Up Again)
Welcome to Victoria Falls! Or Vic Falls, as the locals call it. In this post I’ll explain the layout of the area, as well as favorite dining options and vantage points to enjoy views of the Falls.
Stroll ‘Round the Rim of Vic Falls
It might look like a simple stroll ‘round the rim of Victoria Falls, but you’d be hard-pressed to find an activity more thrill-inducing. Check out photos taken mere inches from a sheer cliff drop-off as the Falls rage below.
Have you ever heard of the Flying Fox? It’s like a zip line, except the harness connects in the back so that you can fly like superman over a canyon. I try it out for the first time in Victoria Falls.
Do you want to bungee jump? How about walk with lions or cage dive with crocodiles? Or maybe you’re keen to swim at the very top of a 350-foot waterfall. I’ve put together this list of all the adrenaline-inducing activities on offer at Victoria Falls.
Helicopter Ride Over Victoria Falls
I take a scenic helicopter ride over Victoria Falls and witness its incredible scope from a new perspective. How extraordinary that this exists in nature.
Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River
A sunset cruise on the Zambezi River caps off our time in Vic Falls — we sip sundowners while gliding past hippos and admiring vibrant colors on the horizon.
