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Victoria Falls: Scenic Day Tour, Lunch and Helicopter Flight

1. Victoria Falls: Scenic Day Tour, Lunch and Helicopter Flight

The tour starts daily in Victoria Falls. You will be picked up from your lodge to the Victoria Falls Rainforest Park. You will be guided through the Rainforest on each of the 18 view points, with your guide, who will give a brief history of the Victoria Falls themselves as well as detailing the flora, fauna, bird, wildlife, cultural and historical information of the local people and other points of interest. It’s a truly awe-inspiring experience – the sight, the sound, the smell; the humbling feeling that here indeed is Nature’s Supreme Masterpiece. No photograph can begin to depict the reality…and nothing prepares you for your first sight. After the falls tour you will be transferred to the Lookout Café for lunch, here you will enjoy lunch seated at the the edge of the Batoka Gorges with magnificent views of the river, overlooking the Victoria falls bridge and the luxury Victoria Falls. Guides are also very happy to assist you with photographs whilst visiting all the points of interest. Soon after lunch, You guide will transfer you to the Helipad for the helicopter flight over the mighty Victoria Falls. Here you will Experience and enjoy a bird's eye view of the whole Victoria Falls in the sky. the best way to complement the guided walk. You can collect and pay for your video and pictures of the helicopter flight. Once done you will be taken back to the hotel and probably pass through the Big Tree were you will take Pictures under the biggest and most oldest Tree in the region.

Victoria Falls: Helicopter Tour

2. Victoria Falls: Helicopter Tour

One of the most magical moments of your helicopter flight over Victoria Falls is when you start to ascend as you exit our helipad. The view from up above is beautiful, but you can’t help but feel a sense of awe as you start to see the falls coming closer and closer. It’s a moment that you won’t forget any time soon. The ride lasts for approximately 15mins over the upper Zambezi River and the Falls itself. Each passenger enjoys views of the falls from their window and are able to fully capture the falls from both the left and right side as the helicopters completes its flips over the falls, Clients are also able to capture on both left and right side the beautiful stretch of the gorges. You’ll witness the natural beauty of the Batoka Gorge on the Zambezi River as you fly downriver following this world heritage site’s mighty Zambezi as it carves a path through steep cliffs. We’ll be flying over long island on the upper Zambezi upstream from the falls, towards the Zambezi National Park, home to a wide variety of wildlife. This is a wonderful opportunity to see wildlife from the air, as well as up and down the river. Elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, giraffes, kudus, and many other animals may be spotted as we return to the helipad. After the flight our driver will drop you off at your lodge.

Victoria Falls: Scenic Microlight Flight

3. Victoria Falls: Scenic Microlight Flight

Take an incredible microlight flight over the Zambezi River and admire the breathtaking scenery of the surrounding National Parks. Keep your eyes peeled for a host of exciting game sightings, and shortly after takeoff, enjoy breathtaking views as you circle over the magnificent Victoria Falls. Choose between a 15-minute flight or a 30-minute flight. The shorter version is an exhilarating flight over the Victoria Falls, the islands near the Falls and thundering Zambezi River. Gaze in awe at the breathtaking views of the Falls and the spectacular gorge that the Zambezi River has carved into the surrounding landscape over many thousands of years. The longer version flies along the Zambezi River, circling the Victoria Falls and flying over the Mosi oa Tunya National Park. End the experience with a low-level swoop over the National Park to spot wildlife and birds. After your flight, the microlight will land and drop you off back where you started from.

Victoria Falls Guided Tour : Zimbabwe & Zambia Both Sides

4. Victoria Falls Guided Tour : Zimbabwe & Zambia Both Sides

Experience the Victoria Falls from both sides - Zimbabwean and Zambian Sides - on a half-day tour. Travel through the rainforest to get up close to one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The Victoria Falls is one of the 7 natural wonders of the world and arguably the greatest waterfall in the world. With its local name, perhaps which is more descriptive - Mosi oa Tunya [meaning the Smoke that Thunders]. The waterfall creats a shower of spray and a deafening noise. This is obviously the reason why you would visit Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe & Zambia. You will be picked by your guides from your hotel, who will take you through Zimbabwean and Zambian rainforests for about 4 hours. You will not only enjoy the scenic view of this tour but rich information about the famous history attached to the falls, Geographical information & history of the local people from both neighboring countries. The activity includes return transfers, Cross Over to Zambia & Bottle of Water per person.

From Livingstone & Victoria Falls: Zambezi Half-Day Rafting

5. From Livingstone & Victoria Falls: Zambezi Half-Day Rafting

Choose the adventure of a lifetime by rafting in the famous Zambezi River. After being picked up from your hotel or lodge in Livingstone, sit back and relax as you drive in air-conditioned comfort to the entrance of Victoria Falls, your starting point for the day. After a comprehensive safety talk from your guide, set off on a small hike down to the Zambezi River where you will pass through spectacular basalt rocks and have the opportunity to take photos of the splendid views. Then, take to the water to start practicing the techniques you will need to tackle the rapids.  Once you are ready, you will tackle the first rapid of the day, 'the Boiling Pot'. Get drenched as you continue through the rapids, riding the Stairway to Heaven, Gulliver's Travel and the Washing Machine in a non-stop heart-pumping adventure down the river. Once you reach the small rapids, you can choose to swim the Zambezi River for a final splash in the water. Finish the day by hiking back up the gorge where a delicious lunch and refreshments will await you before you transferral back to Livingstone. 

Victoria Falls: The Bamba Tram Ride

6. Victoria Falls: The Bamba Tram Ride

The Bamba Tram offers a family-friendly 1.5 hour return tram experience through Zambezi National Park, onto the historic Victoria Falls suspension bridge. From there, you can watch the spray rising from the majestic Victoria Falls, while the Zambezi River rushes through the Batoka gorge below. Spectacular Early Morning / Sunrise Runs are available on request and confirmed with an email. We depart from Victoria Falls Railway Outside the Three Monkeys Restaurant. Guests should arrive ten minutes prior to departure.

Victoria Falls: Helicopter Scenic Flight Over Victoria Falls

7. Victoria Falls: Helicopter Scenic Flight Over Victoria Falls

This is an ideal bird’s eye aerial view of the Zambezi River, The Victoria Falls & Zambezi National park. For a different perspective, you will view the breath-taking wonder from the air in all its beauty as it flows into the breathtaking batoka gorges. The excursion greatly complements the ground walking tour of the Victoria Falls. You will also have the chance to see the most astonishing Batoka gorges, the historical bridge, Livingstone town & the Zambezi National Park. The Heli flip scenic tours come with 2 options. Experience the unrivalled view of the majestic Victoria Falls, the Mighty Zambezi and all its wildlife, and see first-hand Victoria Falls and all its beauty as one, with our 13 minute flight over the Victoria Falls. Study the topography of the surrounding areas and experience the beauty and depths of the Batoka Gorge.

Victoria Falls: Zambezi River White Water Rafting Experience

8. Victoria Falls: Zambezi River White Water Rafting Experience

Your friendly driver or guide will collect you from your Victoria Falls hotel in the early morning. Enjoy a light breakfast before climbing into a jeep for a drive to the Zambezi River. Upon arrival, put on your gear and practice key safety maneuvers before hiking a steep trail to the put-in. Your group’s abilities and preferences determine the type of raft you take out, from a guide-controlled oar raft to a passenger-controlled paddle raft, this ensures a safe and fun trip for everyone. Low water season, when the rapids are most intense, is typically between August and December, while high water season occurs between January and March and then again in June and July. You'll hammer your way through notorious rapids with terrifying names like The Overland Truck-eater and Gnashing Jaws of Death. Upon arrival at your endpoint, you'll hike with your guide to the top of the gorge and enjoy cold beers and a BBQ before getting dropped back to your hotel. Rafting the Zambezi is 4-hours of pure whitewater adrenaline not including pick-ups and drop-off times. 

From Livingstone: Victoria Falls Guided Half-Day Tour

9. From Livingstone: Victoria Falls Guided Half-Day Tour

Visit Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park to appreciate the Victoria Falls in all their splendor. Admire this UNESCO World Heritage site on a half-day tour from Livingstone. Head to the Victoria Falls Bridge, as you learn about how the waterfall was formed, and the different types of vegetation and wildlife in the area.   Get up close to the waterfall on a walking tour of the cascades. The falls are spectacular at any time of the year. From April to August the water will be roaring. Between September and March, you can look down at the trickles of water flowing over the rocks.   At the Knife Edge Bridge you will have one of the best views of the eastern and main falls, as well as the Boiling Pot, where the river turns and heads towards Batoka Gorge.

From Kasane: Full-Day White Water Rafting

10. From Kasane: Full-Day White Water Rafting

After being picked up from your hotel or lodge in an air-conditioned vehicle, drive to the Victoria Falls entrance where the tour will start. Receive a comprehensive safety briefing from your guide before you hike down to the Zambezi River. The hike will last about 10-15 minutes depending on your fitness level. Find your raft in the river, prepared by the raft crew. Then start practicing the techniques with the assistance of your guide. Tackle the first rapid of your day called the Boiling Pot. Paddle for the first 10 rapids, covering a throng of class 5 rapids that include the Stairway to Heaven, Gulliver's Travels, and Washing Machine. When you reach rapid number 10, stop for a snack break and a short rest. Tackle the remaining section of the river with rapids like Terminator, Mother All, and Oblivion. A the end of the adrenaline-filled trip, hike back through the Batoka Gorge. When you reach the top enjoy a delicious lunch and refreshments. Drive back to Kasane, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation. Receive videos and photos of your trip online.

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4.2 / 5

based on 5 reviews

It was an exceptional day with James and the crew making us feel safe and comfortable. Paddling through the Zambezi with everyone was a great day and would recommend this to everyone! We felt looked after and the videographer would go to great lengths to ensure he got the right shots. The effort everyone put into the day was phenomenal. The guides are all locals (being a local company compared to some other places) and were able to provide a lot of information about the area. If you are thinking about going white water rafting - choose manu adventures! If you are staying on the Zimbabwe side please make sure you have the UniVisa.

AMAZING! Whitewater rafting on the Zambezi River with Enoch and his team at Maano was the best rafting experience I have ever had! Heart pumping excitement, beautiful river gorges, class 5 rapids- I could not stop smiling!! I want to do it again and again and again. The team was very professional, safe and respectful. They took great care of my luggage while we were on the activity and saw me safely across the border. The hike down and then up from the river was a great workout- I needed it after many days of traveling.

it was fabulous, there were only three customers in the boat, so they added an experience guy, plus the leader at the back, total 5. Very professional, notable name is James the boss and leader, Clement the spotter Alan additional rower and T Boy the photographer (Who did a fabulous job with a 10 minute video ) and of course most notably Mike the Cook who kept our energy going! A great bunch of guys. We were lucky enough to even spend some time underneath Victoria Falls!!!! it was truly magical

fabulous ! the team is super nice, young, dynamic, funny and very competent! We had a great time with them! a simple but very good meal is served to recover from one's emotions. Please note: the ascent and descent to get to the river is quite difficult, to deco be sure if you are not used to walking / hiking / or playing sports! you must be in good physical condition

Highly recommended, best way to explore the area. Dingaan, the tour guide was very knowledgeable. Would do it again.