VICTORIA FALLS

The Victoria Falls are remarkable, truly one of the natural splendours of the world. This magnificent natural wonder in many ways defies description.

So vast are the falls and their setting that it is difficult to grasp their true grandeur and for this reason are perhaps best seen from the air. David Livingstone described this sight as one that must have been ‘gazed upon by the angels’.

The sheer energy and power of the incredible Zambezi water thundering 100metres down a sheer chasm is one of the most compelling sights in the world. A place of raw beauty and wonder, Victoria Falls attracts people of all cultures and from all walks of life drawn to the majesty of this body of water, many people make journeys across the world to see and feel the smoke that thunders.

Although Livingstone, when he arrived in the area, made his claim on these awe-inspiring falls by naming them after his queen, the place already had a name granted by the Makololo.

This people like the man who publicised the region effectively let in the rest of the world, were the new comers to the area, having settled there shortly before Livingstone arrived. Their name for the falls? “Mosi oa Tunya’, the Smoke that Thunders.

Aside from the spectacular falls there is much to see and do in the little town which is often referred to as the ‘adventure capital of the world’. Below the towering column of spray is one of the adrenaline areas for which the falls is renowned.

Victoria Falls boasts the world’s highest commercial bungi jump at 111metres and the best day’s rafting the world’s rivers have to offer, with rapids of up to grade 5, where grade 6 is impossible.

he white water section of the Zambezi River extends for 24km, winding between cliffs of stark savage beauty and reaching up to 700 foot high.

For the adventure loving, this is perhaps the ultimate way to spend one day at the falls. Experience first hand the power of the Zambezi as you ride the foaming white water. Floating gently on the water in between the rapids, view the spectacular scenery of the gorges around and above you.

To unwind, head to the upper Zambezi where the river, over a kilometre wide in places, gently flows around lush islands and sandy banks rich in game.

Tourism Services Zimbabwe’s sunset cruises, upstream allow for complete relaxation and a chance to collect your thoughts and memories of what surely will be the most memorable holiday in Africa….Ever!