Victoria Falls · Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls Tours, Tickets & Things to Do
Discover the best Victoria Falls tours, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World: the thundering curtain of the mighty Zambezi River, scenic helicopter flights over the gorge, Zambezi sunset cruises among hippos and elephants, white-water rafting through world-class rapids, the daring Devil’s Pool on the edge of the falls, and cross-border safaris to Chobe National Park in Botswana. Compare top-rated activities, packages and prices, and plan your perfect African adventure.
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Sunset tours in Victoria Falls
Departures that are under way when the sun sets in the coming weeks — start times checked against the local sunset.
Good for families in Victoria Falls
Children can join from a young age and pay less than adults — taken from each operator’s price list.
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Explore Victoria Falls by interest
Whatever brings you to Victoria Falls — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
The falls
A natural wonder.
ExploreZambezi cruises
Sunset and wildlife.
ExploreHelicopter flights
Flight of Angels.
ExploreRafting & adventure
Rapids and bungee.
ExploreChobe safari
Botswana elephants.
ExploreDevil’s Pool
Swim on the edge.
ExploreBoma dinner
Drums and feast.
ExploreMulti-country combos
Three countries.
ExploreWhat to see
Top attractions in Victoria Falls
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Victoria Falls
The thundering falls.
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Zambezi River
Sunset cruises.
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Flight of Angels
Helicopter views.
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Zambezi Rapids
White-water rafting.
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Chobe National Park
Botswana safari.
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Devil’s Pool
Swim on the edge.
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Boma Dinner
Drums and feast.
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Victoria Falls Bridge
Bungee and views.
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1 day
Victoria Falls in 1 day
- 1Guided falls tour
- 2Helicopter flight
- 3Zambezi sunset cruise
- 4Boma dinner
2 days
Victoria Falls in 2 days
- 1Day 1: falls & cruise
- 2Day 2: Chobe safari
- 3Botswana elephants
- 4River cruise
3 days
Victoria Falls in 3 days
- 1Day 1: falls & cruise
- 2Day 2: Chobe safari
- 3Day 3: adventure or Devil’s Pool
- 4Wonder, wildlife & thrills
With kids
Victoria Falls with kids
- 1Falls viewpoints
- 2Zambezi cruise
- 3Chobe safari
- 4Lion encounter
Botswana awayChobe National Park
Elephant safari.
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Zambia side awayDevil’s Pool
Swim on the edge.
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Above the falls awayZambezi Cruise
Sunset and wildlife.
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Over the falls awayHelicopter Flight
Flight of Angels.
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The gorges awayZambezi Rafting
World-class rapids.
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Livingstone awayZambia Side
Both sides combo.
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Practical guide
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Victoria Falls visitor asks before booking.
The sweet-spot months
June to August offers a great balance — high but not overwhelming water, lush scenery and pleasant dry weather, ideal for the falls and safaris.
High water (Feb–May)
After the rains the falls thunder at their most powerful and misty; views can be obscured by spray, and rafting and the Devil’s Pool are limited.
Low water (Aug–Jan)
The falls shrink but clear viewing and photography improve, and white-water rafting and the Devil’s Pool open up.
For safaris
The dry season (roughly July to October) is best for Chobe game viewing, as animals gather at the river.
For the Devil’s Pool
The Devil’s Pool is only open in the low-water season, roughly August to January, depending on the year.
For rafting
White-water rafting is best in the low-water months (about August to December), when the most rapids run.
One day
The falls, a helicopter flight and a cruise.
Two days
Add a Chobe safari in Botswana.
Three days
The sweet spot: falls, safari and adventure.
Four days
Add the Devil’s Pool, both sides and more wildlife.
Safari add-on
Many pair the falls with Hwange or a Botswana safari.
Travelling with kids
Mix the falls, cruises and safaris.
On foot
The compact town and the falls entrance are walkable, with the rainforest paths explored on foot at the falls.
Tours & transfers
Activities and day trips include transport and pickup from your hotel, the easiest way to get around.
Taxis & shuttles
Taxis and hotel shuttles are available for short hops around town and to the falls.
Crossing borders
Trips to Zambia (Livingstone) and Botswana (Chobe) cross international borders — carry your passport and any required visas.
On the river
Boats handle the Zambezi cruises and the transfer to Livingstone Island for the Devil’s Pool.
From the airport
Victoria Falls Airport is about 20–30 minutes from town; many hotels and tours offer transfers.
US dollars
US dollars are widely used at Victoria Falls; carry small bills for entry fees, tips and vendors, and confirm what currency each activity accepts.
Passport & visas
Bring your passport for the falls and any cross-border trips; the KAZA Univisa can cover Zimbabwe and Zambia for many nationalities.
Falls entry fee
Entry to the Victoria Falls Rainforest is a separate national-park fee, sometimes not included in tour prices — check before you go.
Bring a poncho
In high water the spray soaks visitors, so bring or rent a rain poncho and protect your camera and phone.
Book activities ahead
Helicopter flights, the Devil’s Pool and Chobe safaris have limited spots — reserve in advance.
Tip your guides
Tipping guides and drivers is customary and appreciated for the excellent service.
Helicopter flights
Flight-of-Angels flights have limited seats — book ahead.
Chobe safaris
Botswana day safaris fill up — reserve early.
Devil’s Pool
Seasonal and limited — pre-book well ahead.
Sunset cruises
Popular Zambezi cruises sell out — book ahead.
Rafting & bungee
Adventure activities are in demand — reserve early.
Dry-season peak
July–October is busy — plan ahead.
Falls tour
Around $25–60 for a guided tour of the falls (plus park fee).
Zambezi cruise
About $50–90 for a sunset or dinner cruise.
Helicopter
Roughly $150–280 for a scenic helicopter flight.
Chobe safari
Around $160–250 for a full-day Chobe safari.
Devil’s Pool
About $90–150 for a Livingstone Island and Devil’s Pool tour.
How to save
Book combos, travel in the shoulder season, and join group activities.
When to visit
Victoria Falls through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
High water (Feb–May)
Feb–May
- Best for
- Powerful falls.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Misty; spray.
Peak (Jun–Aug)
Jun–Aug
- Best for
- Falls & safaris.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Ideal; busy.
Low water (Sep–Oct)
Sep–Oct
- Best for
- Rafting, Devil’s Pool.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Clear views; hot.
Green (Nov–Jan)
Nov–Jan
- Best for
- Devil’s Pool, value.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Rains build.
People also ask
Victoria Falls travel FAQ
What are the best tours in Victoria Falls?
The highest-rated Victoria Falls experiences are a guided tour of the falls, a scenic helicopter flight, a Zambezi sunset cruise, white-water rafting, the Devil’s Pool, and a Chobe National Park safari in Botswana.
What should I book in advance in Victoria Falls?
Book helicopter flights, sunset cruises, the Devil’s Pool and Chobe safaris ahead, as they sell out, especially in the dry-season peak of July to October.
How many days do I need in Victoria Falls?
Two to three days covers the falls, a cruise, a helicopter flight, a Chobe safari and adventure activities; add days for the Devil’s Pool and more wildlife.
Is Victoria Falls worth visiting?
Yes — Victoria Falls rewards with one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, breathtaking helicopter flights, Zambezi sunset cruises, world-class rafting, the thrilling Devil’s Pool, and superb Chobe safaris in neighbouring Botswana.
What are the best day trips from Victoria Falls?
Top trips are a Chobe National Park safari in Botswana, the Devil’s Pool on the Zambian side, a Zambezi sunset cruise, and multi-country combos taking in Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana.
When is the best time to visit Victoria Falls?
June to August offers the best balance of strong falls and pleasant weather; high water (February–May) makes the falls thunder, while low water (August–January) opens up rafting and the Devil’s Pool.
How do you get around Victoria Falls?
The compact town and falls are walkable, with tours and transfers covering activities and cross-border trips to Zambia and Botswana; the airport is about 20–30 minutes from town.
What Victoria Falls activity packages are available?
Popular packages combine a guided falls tour with a Zambezi sunset cruise (around $90–$130), add a helicopter flight (around $250–$320 total), or bundle the falls with a Chobe day safari over two days (around $250–$350). Multi-activity packages are usually cheaper than booking each experience separately, and most include hotel pick-up in Victoria Falls town.
How much do Victoria Falls tours and activities cost?
Typical prices: guided falls tour $40–$60, Zambezi sunset cruise $55–$85 (luxury dinner cruises $95–$120), 12–15-minute helicopter flight $175–$200, white-water rafting $120–$150, Devil’s Pool with a meal on Livingstone Island $110–$215, and a full-day Chobe safari $170–$220. Compare exact prices for every activity on Excurgo before you book.
How do I choose a Victoria Falls tour operator?
Look at the operator’s rating and recent reviews, whether hotel pick-up and park or visa fees are included, group size, and the cancellation policy. Excurgo lists tours from licensed local operators with verified traveller reviews, so you can compare Victoria Falls tour operators side by side before booking.
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