Victoria Falls Facts: (A Guide to Victoria Falls & Safaris)

This page is a guide to Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls is known as one of the seven greatest natural wonders of the world due to being the largest sheet of falling water in the world.

The Victoria Falls, the world’s greatest sheet of falling water, is created when the enormous Zambezi River falls over a basalt rock ledge and plunges 108 meters (354 feet) into a strong whirlpool. The magnificent noise of the cascading water, also known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (which, appropriately, means the “Smoke that Thunders”), may occasionally be heard from 40 kilometers (25 miles) away. Additionally, a brilliant cloud of mist can drift far above the Falls on a windless day during the high-water season, which lasts from roughly February to July depending on the amount of rain. Every safari enthusiast should at least once experience this wonderful natural beauty!

Is Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe or Zambia

For thousands of tourists from all over the world, we have been organizing excursions to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Zambia since 2017. Vic Falls has accommodations to suit every taste and price range, whether you’re searching for a Zimbabwean lodge nestled amongst trees by the Zambezi River or an opulent hotel where white-gloved servers savor G&Ts on immaculate lawns. For planning your vacation, it’s crucial to be aware of the best time to travel and what to expect. This helpful beginner’s guide to Victoria Falls contains all of our expert advice.

The Victoria Falls are a component of the powerful Zambezi River, which separates Zambia and Zimbabwe. The waterfall is easily accessible from either country via Victoria Falls Town in Zimbabwe or Livingstone in Zambia. It is bordered by Zimbabwe to the west and Zambia to the east.

Quick Guide: Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe vs Zambia

Zimbabwe side

• Iconic view of the Main Falls
• Water flowing most of the year at varying degrees of strength
• Most hotels are within walking distance of the waterfall
• Explore Victoria Falls Town and its markets for iconic soapstone sculptures
• A classic ‘tourist town’ with restaurants, bars, and backpackers
• Historic hotels with traditional high tea in the afternoon

Zambia side

• Exceptionally close-up waterfall viewing
• Swimming in Devil’s Pool during the low-water season
• Visit Livingstone Island when water levels permit
• Romantic riverside lodges
• Go game viewing in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
• Livingstone is more of a ‘business town’ and home to the Livingstone Museum

The good news is that you can easily cross the border from whichever side you want to stay on to explore the other or engage in activities like white-water rafting, gorge swinging, bungee jumping, visiting Livingstone Island, or dining on an antique train. Just have your passport ready for the border crossing and your Africa Safari Expert will take care of making all the arrangements for the transfers and activities!