Zambezi River The Zambezi River below the Victoria Falls is internationally acclaimed as the best white water rafting experience in the world. The rafting takes place in the gorges below the Falls and at certain times of the year clients can start directly under the waterfall, in the 'boiling pot'. The river drops about 400 feet over a 24 kilometer (14.9 miles) stretch and is regarded as a high volume, pool-drop river i.e.
the rapids have few exposed rocks and below every rapid is a pool to aid recovery. A fully qualified and highly experienced white water oarsman guides each raft. Safety kayakers to assist in rapid recovery in the event of a raft capsizing also accompany each trip.
Surfing and Wave Boarding There are other adrenaline options on the Zambezi below the Falls. River boarding is conducted on the same stretch of river as the rafting and is an incredibly exciting experience. Basic river boarding skills are taught in still water before progressing into moving water and varying degrees of white water rapids. Perfecting the art of 'surfing' a wave is the objective. Tandem kayaking is another dimension to the white water experience on the Zambezi River where clients are taken down the rapids in Topolino duo kayaks. An experienced white water kayaker will guide and steer the boat through the rapids while the client 'just enjoys'.
Jet Boating Jet boating is a thrilling new adventure introduced to the Batoka Gorges. Each 6m jet boat has a powerful 8,2 litre engine with 350 horsepower and carries 11 passengers. Feel the wind in you hair and the spray in your face as the highly skilled and experienced driver negotiates you through white water rapids, passing within inches of the gorge walls and spinning in flat open water.
High Wire Thrills High Wire includes abseiling, gorge swinging and the flying fox all conducted in in the Batoka Gorge and are operated at a spectacular site above Rapid No. 7. Full and half-day options are available whereby clients can enjoy their choice of activity as many times as they wish.
Bungi Jumping Mad The Victoria Falls Bridge is the platform for an 111 metres (364.1 feet) pure adrenaline bungi jump. Over 60 000 adrenaline junkies have committed themselves to the thrill of throwing themselves off this bridge. Photographs and videos are taken of each jumper and are available for purchase.
Victoria Falls Sunset Steam Train DAYS OF OPERATION: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday DEPARTS: Victoria Falls Station. 16:00 ACCESS: Hotel to Town Shuttles or short walk for in-town hotels or your own private transfer. DURATION: Approximately 2 hours
This fabulous old fashioned steam train journey takes you on a trip on the impressive Victoria Falls Bridge, a historical landmark that was completed in 1905. You will sit in the luxury and comfort of the lounge cars or wander along this beautiful bridge, whilst viewing the majestic Victoria Falls with its breathtaking, picturesque gorge and the turbulent Zambezi River 110 meters below. A complimentary selection of light snacks, (local beers, wine, G&T's, minerals, cordials), will be served by ever-attentive waiters. This is a sunset adventure with a difference. Victoria Falls Tour For the less adventurous still wanting to experience the Zambezi River and other less extreme activity options there is a Rain Forest Tour of the Falls. A natural phenomenon and one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Victoria Falls is an immense one-mile wide curtain of water cascading 100 metres (328 feet) into the gorge below. Around 550 million liters of water fall over the lip every minute, increasing to 750 million liters at peak flow (May / June).
Flights Over the Falls Experience a bird's eye view of the Victoria Falls on a thrilling flight over the spray and the Zambezi River in a helicopter, micro light or fixed wind aircraft. The helicopter seating is designed so all passengers have a good view of the Falls and scenery below. The micro light has an open cockpit for the ultimate adrenaline ride. Flight duration ranges from 15 minutes, which offers stunning views of the Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River, to 30 minutes flying downstream over the Batoka Gorge and upstream over the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National park. Fixed wind flights range in duration from 25-40 minutes and follow the same course as that of the micro light.
Upper Zambezi Canoe Safari A slightly more adventurous day out is the Upper Zambezi canoe safari. The canoe trails operate over the Victoria Falls and are the perfect activity for those who want to experience the tranquility of the river as they paddle downstream with the current in inflatable two-man canoes. Sundowner and river cruises are along the river boundary of the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, around Siloka Island and finishing at the Zambezi Waterfront resort. The duration of the cruise is approximately 2½ hours. During the cruise there are common sightings of Elephant, Giraffe and Rhino as well as abundant Hippo and Crocodiles. All cruises have a complimentary bar and serve a selection of tasty snacks.
Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park Game drives into the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park are conducted from the Zambezi Waterfront resort. The park is home to White Rhino as well as various antelope species, Elephant, Buffalo, Giraffe, Wildebeest and Zebra. A visit to the Old Drift in the park is where early settlers used to live before 1904.
Elephant Back Safaris Elephant back safaris have become the most popular activity in the area. An Elephant back safari is not just a ride on the largest animal in Africa, it is an unforgettable experience where clients get to interact with the Elephants as well as enjoy a ride through wilderness areas and beautiful riverine scenery. Each Elephant has it own handler and clients will leave having witnessed the Elephant's incredible skills, intelligence and willingness to respond to instruction.
Horseback Trail One of the finest ways to experience the African bush is on a horseback trail. All rides are led by experience riders / guides and all riding abilities are catered for. Clients are taken out on either experienced or novice rides so that everyone in the group is of similar experience.
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