Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World and one of Africa's most awe-inspiring sights, is one of Zambia's most popular tourist destinations. This jaw-dropping waterfall on the Zambezi River, locally known as Mosi-oa-Tunya or 'The Smoke That Thunders,' is located on the Zambia-Zimbabwe border. Victoria Falls is the world's largest sheet of falling water, stretching 1.7 kilometers wide and reaching a height of 355 feet.

When the Zambezi River is at its peak, it is believed that 500 million litres of water per minute thunders over the cliff, plunging into a deep rocky valley at the bottom and launching a cloud of mist and rainbow-lit spray high into the air. While the Zimbabwean side of the Main Falls is similarly magnificent during peak flood season, the Zambian side is equally as impressive (February to May). The Knife-Edge Bridge is by far one of the best Zambian vistas, taking you right up close to this thunderous waterfall — be prepared to be soaked!

Victoria Falls is an excellent place to begin or conclude a Zambian safari. If you have the time, spending a few days exploring and experiencing the numerous exciting things on offer is strongly advised. There is something for everyone, from relaxing sightseeing on foot and breathtaking helicopter rides to heart-pounding, adrenaline-inducing events like white water rafting on high-grade rapids, microlight flights, and bungee leaping.

Location: Mosi-o-tunya Road, Livingstone, Zambia