The Victoria Falls is a spectacular visual experience one could ever behold. It is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and it is also a World Heritage Site as declared by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).
Between March and June, the river’s prime flood season, the waterfall is amazing to see from all vantage points. The aerial vantage point presents an unparalleled view of the vast river snaking along the green landscape before it topples over the edge of a rugged vertical chasm at a height of 108 metres in a massive curtain of falling water. During its peak, a thundering 550,000 cubic metres of water falls per second.
You can view the falls from the ‘Knife-edge Bridge’ where you can see the Eastern cataract. You can also visit the boiling pot at the bottom of the fall where the river diverts into the Batoka Gorge. Another must visit point is the Devils Pool. You will be standing barely on the edge of the falls. But to be safe the best time to stand in the Devils Pool would be in the dry season when the currents are weak.
There are several activities to choose from around the Victoria Falls including - bungee jumping
- Abseiling
- White-water rafting
- Kayaking
- Sunset cruises
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Micro lighting and helicopter rides over the falls amongst others
- Game viewing in the form of canoe safaris, which presents you with the option of exploring the Zambezi River and viewing the host of animals that dwell in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National ParkAand/or thrilling Safari walks with Big five giants like Elephants and Lions, Cheetah
- Walking Safaris also include the endangered
- Other activities include taking a stroll down to Mukuni Market at the entrance to the Falls and sampling the vast array of cultural artifacts and souvenirs on display by the locals
- You can also visit the Maramba Cultural Village, or the Livingstone Art Gallery, the Livingstone Museum, or the Mukuni Park in the city centre area.
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