Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
The Smoke that Thunders !
Due to ongoing violence in Zimbabwe, we suggest
that tourists visit the Victoria
Falls from Zambia. The violence is not centered in Victoria
Falls, and there have been very few incidents in this area, but
for your safety Zambia is recommended.
The Falls are quite dramatic from the Zambian side and well worth
the visit.
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Victoria Falls, Zambia.
Tour Summary
Highlights
- Return flights Johannesburg - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe - Johannesburg
- Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River
- Guided tour of the Falls
- Wide selection of activities
Duration
- 3 days, 2 nights or longer !
Accommodation
- A'Zambezi River Lodge, an ethnic style hotel
- with a sweeping curve of thatch
- on the banks of the Zambezi River
- a few kilmoeters from the Falls
- Marimba music
Route
- departures any day
- from Johannesburg Airport
- ends at Johannesburg Airport
Meals
Itinerary
Day 1 : Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
At Johannesburg Airport, board your flight to Victoria Falls. On your arrival at the Victoria Falls Airport, you will be met and transferred to your lodge or hotel.
A’Zambezi River Lodge, our suggested choice for the traveler to the Victoria Falls, lazes on the banks of the Zambezi River. An ethnic style hotel with a sweeping curve of thatch.
After freshening up, you will be taken to the Zambezi River for a sunset cruise.Dinner can be enjoyed at the lodge or any other restaurant in the village of Victoria Falls. Shuttle services available hourly from the A’Zambezi River Lodge.
Overnight:
Twin bedroom, en suite, A'Zambezi River Lodge.
Meals: none
Day 2 : Victoria Falls
Day at leisure to select from one of the many activities in the area. The full day Chobe River tour is highly recommended. Or choose from white water rafting, flight of the angels or browsing the craft village.
Dinner can be enjoyed at the lodge or any other restaurant in the village of Victoria Falls. Shuttle services available hourly from the A’Zambezi River Lodge.
Overnight:
Twin bedroom, en suite, A'Zambezi River Lodge.
Meals: breakfast
Day 3 : Victoria Falls to Johannesburg
You will be collected and taken for a guided tour of the Falls. Your guide will add insight into the story surrounding the legendary Livingstone and many tribes living in the area. Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Johannesburg Airport.
Meals:
all meals included
Accommodation
A’Zambezi River Lodge ***
The lodge is situated upstream from the Victoria Falls, on the banks of the Zambezi River. An ethnic style hotel with a sweeping curve of thatch. Our suggested choice for the traveler to the Victoria Falls. Very central and with a lovely atmosphere. Facilities of the lodge include a swimming pool, ladies bar and restaurant. All rooms have en-suite facilities, colour TV, radio/telephone and air-conditioning. The hotel has 3 restaurants and 5 bars.
Hunters Lodge
The lodge is situated in the residential area of Victoria Falls, approximately 2km from the Falls. Accommodation consists of either six double rooms in the main lodge (no self catering allowed) or a fully self contained thatched cottage (sleeping six persons). The cottage has three bedrooms (one of which is en suite and the other two share a bathroom), lounge, dining room and a fully equipped kitchen. Facilities include a swimming pool and braai areas. No children under 10 years are allowed at the lodge.
Sprayview Hotel **
The hotel is situated on the outskirts of the small village of Victoria Falls, less than a kilometer from The Falls and close to all attractions in the area. Accommodation consists of standard rooms and suites, all air-conditioned with en suite bath and shower. This family orientated hotel offers budget accommodation. Facilities include a swimming pool, two bars and a licensed restaurant.
Villa d’Afrique **
Self catering chalets. From one to six beds in each chalet and a private bathroom.
Elephant Hills Intercontinental Hotel *****
This five star Inter-continental and Zimbabwe Sun hotel is situated three kilometers upstream from the Victoria Falls, on a hill with a panoramic vista of the Zambezi River. Leisure facilities include a casino, picturesque 18 hole golf course, tennis and squash courts and a gymnasium. This elegant hotel has luxurious rooms with en suite facilities, colour television, balconies, overhead fans and air-conditioning. The hotel has a 3 restaurants and 5 bars.
The Kingdom
This new and exciting Zimbabwe Sun hotel is the closest hotel to the spectacular Victoria Falls. All rooms are tastefully furnished and have en suite facilities, overhead fans, individual air conditioning, safety deposit boxes, satellite television and balconies (some with views over the man made lakes on the property).
Facilities at the hotel include two swimming pools, pool terrace and bar area, lobby lounge, interactive games area, fast food area and full casino including 170 slot machines and 8 gaming tables.
Activities
Chobe River Tour
Highly Recommended. Guests are collected early morning at their hotel and driven to Chobe National Park, Botswana. First taken to the Chobe River for a half day river cruise, followed by a picnic lunch with wine. Afternoon game drive in the Chobe National Park. Returning early evening.
White Water Rafting
Beginning in Zambia at rapid 1 and from Zimbabwe at rapid 4, full day white water rafting continues to rapids 18 or 19.
Half day rafting includes rapids 11 to 23.
Rapids are Grade 5.
During high water (depending on water level but normally mid January to end June) only half day rafting takes place (rapids 11 to 23) but is charged at the full day rate.
Flight of Angels
Fixed wing in a twin engine piper aztec with 5 large windows and seats only 5 passengers or micro-lighting, ultra-lighting and helicopter flights over the Falls and surrounding area.
Upper Zambezi Canoeing
Bungi Jumping
Tour of the Craft Village
Elephant Safari
Air Zimbabwe Flight Times
To assist with planning of your trip to
Victoria Falls,
the schedule for the Johannesburg - Victoria Falls -
Johannesburg flights
are provided. Please note that flight times are subject to change by
the airlines.
Johannesburg to Victoria Falls
| |
Depart Johannesburg |
Arrive Livingstone |
| Monday |
14h55 |
16h40 |
| Tuesday |
9h20 |
11h15 |
| Wednesday |
14h55 |
16h40 |
| Thursday |
9h20 |
11h15 |
| Friday |
9h20 |
11h15 |
| Saturday |
9h20 |
11h15 |
| Sunday |
14h55 |
16h40 |
Victoria Falls to Johannesburg
| |
Depart Livingstone |
Arrive Johannesburg |
| Monday |
12h15 |
14h00 |
| Tuesday |
13h30 |
15h15 |
| Wednesday |
12h15 |
14h00 |
| Thursday |
13h30 |
15h15 |
| Friday |
12h00 |
13h45 |
| Saturday |
13h30 |
15h15 |
| Sunday |
12h15 |
14h00 |
|
