 • Largest waterfall
in the world during the rainy season
In the 1800's the Falls were described by the nearby Kololo
as 'Mosi-oa-Tunya' - "the Smoke that
Thunders". David Livingstone had seen and described the Falls
to the rest of the world in 1860. The years to follow showed an
influx of foreign visitors who came to see this awesome sight.
It has been called "the greatest known curtain of falling
water" - and it is truly spectacular. Victoria Falls
borders on Zambia and Zimbabwe, and can be viewed from vast distances.
Columns of spray can be felt from miles away as 546 million cubic
meters of water per minute plummet over the edge (at the height
of the flood season) over a width of nearly two kilometers into
a deep gorge over 100 meters below.
The falls thunder over the wide basalt cliff, and transform the
Zambezi from a wide placid river to a ferocious torrent cutting
through a series of dramatic gorges. Another sheer wall of basalt
faces the Falls, and rises to the same height. This creates a virtual
rain forest as the mist gathers to drench the surrounding trees
and vegetation.
Along the edge of the forest there is a path, which provides an
inspiring vantage point, for those who brave the tremendous spray.
Another impressive view is from across the Knife Edge bridge, where
visitors can see the Main Falls, as well as the Eastern Cataract
and the Boiling Pot - where the river turns and heads down
the Batoka Gorge. Other vantage points include the Falls bridge
and the Lookout Tree, both of which provide amazing panoramic scenes
across the Main Falls.
Of the many things to see and do in this beautiful area, we recommend
the following activities: White Water Rafting, bungi Jumping, Canoeing,
Abseiling, River Boarding, Horseback Riding, Tandem Kayaking, Microlighting,
Jet Boating, River Safaris, and Elephant back Rides. There are many
hikes and casual walks where visitors can appreciate the scenery
and culture of this beautiful region.
The Victoria Falls Museum, and the Mosi O Tunya National Park are
worth seeing, and who can forget the local Craft Markets -
where the curios are locally made and crafted with meticulous artistry.
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