Victoria Falls is celebrated as one of the world's most beautiful sights, but it also is known as the adventure capital of Africa. With Victoria Falls being on most safari itineraries, it is good to know what to do and see when in town, whether you are staying on the Zambian or the Zimbabwean side of the Falls.
There are various activities in and around Victoria Falls, depending on your level of adventure and adrenalin desire. For the young and young at heart, activities like white water river rafting, bungee jumping and river boarding are available. There are sunset cruises, dinner cruises, and canoeing safaris all based around the upper Zambezi (the river above the falls) for those who want their adventure more restrained.
In a nutshell, there is something for everybody.
A full list of the most popular Victoria Falls activities.
5 Of The Best Adventure Activities In Victoria Falls
The Flying Fox
Flying over the Batoka Gorge on a zip line like a mad flying fox :) An experience that is suitable for all ages (2 years and above), with small kids being harnessed with their parent, a totally safe experience awaits.
Victoria Falls Gorge Swing
Experience "Zero Gravity" on a giant swing high above the Zambezi rapids below. Jump off the end of the gorge, free fall 70 metres before the pendulum 95-metre swing kicks in. All we can say for sure is "hold on to your hair and make sure the false teeth are glued in".
Zambezi White Water Rafting
You simply have to do it! There are various options available depending on your fitness level and time available with half-day and full-day options.
Zambezi River Boarding
This option is purely for the adventurous and for those who are relatively fit a tiring but exhilarating day's activity.
Victoria Fall Bungee Jumping
Most probably the adventure activity that Victoria Falls is most closely associated with. Throwing yourself off a bridge into the abyss of no man's land is not for the fainthearted but is designed for those who want to push themselves to their absolute limits. If you are not keen on throwing yourself off a bridge, you can always go down and watch.
5 Of The Best Victoria Falls Adventure Activities
- Somalisa Expeditions Camp
Somalisa Expeditions Camp is the perfect destination for those who are purely interested in nothing else other than the surrounding wildlife and birdlife, photography and that authentic traditional safari experience that only Hwange can offer. - Camelthorn Lodge
Camelthorn Lodge located in a pristine acacia forest near the southern edge of the famed Ngamo Plains just outside the Hwange National Park. Safari activities in which one can partake, including day and night drives, horseback safaris and the exciting "pump run" all-day game drive.
- Khayelitshe House
Khayelitshe House is an exclusive use option best suited for a small group of friends or family on safari together located just outside the Matobos National Park boundary, with easy access into the national park and all of her attractions.
- Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge is located 4km from Victoria Falls, one of Southern Africa's must-visit destinations with excellent accommodation options and most importantly, access to Victoria Falls, the Zambezi River and the Zambezi National Park.
- Bumi Hills Safari Lodge
Along with a strong focus on complete relaxation, Bumi Hills Safari Lodge features the natural wonders of Kariba. Having the Zambezi escarpment as its backdrop, the lodge overlooks the foreshore below and the vastness associated with Lake Kariba.
- Nehimba Lodge
Nehimba Lodge within its own private safari concession in the Hwange National Park offers guest exceptional wildlife and birdlife sightings year-round. Evenings at the lodge can be most entertaining with close encounters with elephants should one be lucky enough.
