Victoria Falls Holidays: The Smoke that Thunders

Victoria Falls has an impressive list of credentials; the widest curtain of falling water on earth, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of only seven natural wonders on the planet.

Often, when there's so much hype about a place, you prepare yourself for a slight let down. This is definitely not the case with Vic Falls.

Imagine the impact of a river measuring nearly two kilometres in width, becoming a fraction of that in a matter of seconds. This dramatically beautiful event is accompanied by a deafening roar and fine spray that arcs up into the sky, which explains the Falls' local name, Mosi-oa-Tunya, meaning the "Smoke that Thunders”.

But Victoria Falls is more than a magical show of the force of nature. Africa's undisputed adventure capital, it tops the list for adrenaline junkies the world over: perhaps the world's best whitewater rafting, bungy jumping, hippo-dodging canoe trips, sky diving...the list goes on.

Add to this some excellent reserves, leisurely river cruises, elephant-back safaris and helicopter flips, and it's easy to see why Victoria Falls is one of our top destinations.

There is a wide choice of Victoria Falls accommodation, ranging from river cottages on the banks of the Zambezi, to safari lodges on private game reserves, to large colonial-style resorts within sight of Fall's huge plume of spray. Each has its unique advantages and features.

Apart from all the activities on offer around Victoria Falls, there are also numerous tour options - you're bound to find something that suits you whether it's a one-day tour or part of an overland African epic.

A few we can recommend are: the Effortless Livingstone tour that makes your Vic Falls experience a memorable and convenient one; and Victoria Falls & Chobe for a combined adrenalin and wildlife safari.

The Falls are on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia and the towns of Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) and Livingstone (Zambia) offer you easy access and plenty of accommodation.

The border crossing is relatively quick and easy, allowing you to sample the best of both worlds.

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