Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Activities
While of course it's the spectacular sight of Vic Falls that lures travellers to the region, the
astonishing amount of activities to do here is what makes them hang around. White-water
rafting, bungee jumping, taking a chopper ride over the falls, walking with rhinos: Vic
Falls is well and truly established as one of the world's premier adventure destinations.
To get the best value out of your time here, look into packages which combine various
adrenaline leaps, slides and swings for around US$125. Confirm any extra costs such as
park or visa fees at the time of booking.
Costs are fairly standard across the board and activities can be organised through ac-
commodation providers and tour operators.
Abseiling
Strap on a helmet, grab a rope and spend the day rappelling down the 54m sheer-drop cliff
face for US$40.
Birdwatching
Twitchers will want to bring binoculars to check out 470 species of birds that inhabit the
region, including Schalow's turaco, the African finfoot and half-collared kingfisher. Spot
them on foot in the parks or on a canoe trip along the Zambezi.
Bungee Jumping & Swings
The third-highest bungee in the world (111m), this famous jump is from atop the iconic
Victoria Falls bridge. It's a long way down, but man, it's a lot of fun. It costs US$125 per
person.
Otherwise there's the bridge swing where you jump feet first, and free fall for four
seconds; you'll end up swinging the right way up, not upside down. There are two main
spots, one right off the Victoria Falls Bridge, and the other a bit further along the Batoka
Gorge. Costs for single/tandem are US$125/195.
Combine bungee with a bridge swing and bridge slide, and it'll cost US$160.
