Activities Along Zambezi

Independent market research has revealed that nearly 9 out of 10 visitors would like to have stayed longer in Victoria Falls, and most activities they stay for are based in or along the Zambezi River. For most of them it was too late to change their itinerary. Don’t make the same mistake – Zambezi River is not a two night destination. The area has become the premier adventure resort of Africa and a vast range of activities are available to suit every traveller.

Some of the most popular activities are:

Elephant Back Safaris
What better way to explore the magnificent bushveld than from the saddle of an African elephant! Trips are available during the early morning, when a surprise bush breakfast is served, or during the late afternoon, when guests can savour a magical African sunset ~ as well as sundowners and snacks. The safari is led by an armed guide on foot.

The Craft Market
A haven of African treasures is available from Victoria Fall’s open-air curio market - where Zimbabwe’s famous stone and wood carvings are a specialty. Take time to wander through the hustle and bustle of the displays, absorbing the ingenuity of the craftsmen.

Flight of Angels
Take a trip in a helicopter for a spectacular bird’s eye view of the mile wide Victoria Falls, as well as beautiful stretches of the Zambezi River and game in the National Park. Microlight, ultralight and seaplane excursions are also available for the adventurous.
You will truly feel close to nature, as you explore the unspoilt Zambezi River above the falls, in stable two-man canoes with an expert guide. Heighten the experience by enjoying breakfast at sunrise on the banks of the river and then stopping for lunch on one of the islands. An experience not to be missed!

Half Day for Full Day Game Drives
Enjoy a game drive in a rugged 4 x 4 safari vehicle into the Zambezi National Park, home to the elephant, buffalo, hippo, sable and many more. During the full day trip, guests will visit secluded sections of the park and enjoy a buffet luncheon on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River.

Bush Walks
A walk in the Zambezi National Park with a professional guide will open up a world previously only dreamt of. The emphasis of these trips is on ecology and chats about trees, insects, birds, flowers and mammals provide fascinating information. Walking safaris are also taken around the perimeter of the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge’s waterhole.

Zambezi Horse Trails
Horseback rides take place in an area with a high concentration of game and plentiful game viewing opportunities, for both experienced and novice riders.

White Water Rafting
Adventurers travel from all over the world to experience Zimbabwe’s adrenaline-pumping whitewater rafting. Classified as the best water in the world, rafts break their way through rapids graded as high as 5km’s through the deep gorges and spectacular beauty of the mighty Zambezi River. You can challenge this river with either a half day (15 km's) or full day (22 km's) trip.

Zambezi River Cruises
There can be very little to rival the pleasure of cruising down the Zambezi River, with a chilled drink in hand, watching animals and birds frolicking amid fantastic African sunsets. Or having a wonderful breakfast or lunch on board while your guide points out interesting sights along the way. Lunch and sunset champagne cruises are made daily on a stable pontoon boat.

Zambezi Wine Route
This is the ultimate sundowner, taking the route David Livingston must have taken before he came across the mighty Victoria Falls! The silence of the canoes enables one to drift past elephants, hippo and birds almost undetected. Each boat seats two people and is paddled by an experienced and knowledgeable paddler. Visitors need only sit back, relax and take in the scenery, while sipping refreshments and nibbling on snacks.

Crocodile Farm & Nature Sanctuary
Set in plush landscaped gardens on a natural creek, the Zambezi Nature Sanctuary will increase your awareness of the environment surrounding the Victoria Falls. Your fascinating tour will unfold a scaled version of the flora and fauna of this reverie ecosystem and you will see leopard, several cats, carcal and hundreds of crocodiles (from babies you can hold to 15 ft monsters) at close quarters.

Championship Golf Course
The nearby Elephant Hills’ golf course is carved out of the rugged African bush, alongside the Zambezi River, just 3km upstream of the Victoria Falls. It’s an 18-hole Gary Player championship course where you'll share the plush fairways with a variety of wildlife in their natural habitat - including warthog, impala, mongooses, waterbuck, monkeys and baboons. Crocodiles inhabit some of the eight waterhole's and the course is surrounded by an abundance of indigenous trees, including a majestic giant baobab.

Day Trip to the Chobe National Park - Botswana
Spend a day in Botswana’s magnificent Chobe National Park. Here you’ll find the very essence of nature in a 11 700 sq. km. pristine wilderness. The elephant population, estimated at 35 000, is the largest single concentration in Africa within the confines of a single national park. During the harsh dry season the herds migrate and congregate along the perennial Chobe River, running off the Zambezi River, and fertile flood plains. The sight is spectacular - red sunsets, elephant and buffalo in their hundreds.