About The Port Of Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls, known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, or "the smoke that thunders," marks the point where the Zambezi River drops into a dramatic gorge on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia. Walking paths along the Zimbabwean side offer sweeping views of the falls through drifting spray, while the nearby Victoria Falls Bridge links the two countries and leads to the historic Zambian town of Livingstone. The surrounding bush is rich with wildlife, and the Zambezi River supports both quiet game viewing and more active pursuits.
Beyond the falls themselves, the region serves as a gateway to nearby Chobe National Park in Botswana, where open vehicles reveal elephants, giraffes, and other game along the riverbanks. Evenings often bring sunset cruises on the Zambezi, a relaxed way to watch wildlife gather at the water's edge. Guided walking tours from town make the falls easily accessible without need for lengthy transfers.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Victoria Falls.
Walk the Falls Rainforest Trail
A network of paths on the Zimbabwean side leads to viewpoints through mist-fed rainforest, with Danger Point offering the widest panorama of the cascade. Allow about two hours and bring a rain jacket for the spray.
Cross into Zambia via the Bridge
Walk the historic Victoria Falls Bridge between Zimbabwe and Zambia for a different, more intimate perspective on the falls, then continue into Livingstone to explore its colonial-era streets and museums.
Game Drive in Chobe National Park
Cross into Botswana for an open-vehicle safari along the Chobe riverfront, where elephants gather in large numbers alongside giraffes, buffalo, and occasional big cats; best arranged as a full-morning or day excursion from town.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Victoria Falls
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 17 | $22,270 | ||
| Oct 11, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 12 | $17,645 | ||
| Oct 13, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 12 | $18,620 | ||
| Oct 13, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 17 | $23,035 | ||
| Oct 13, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 11 | $13,770 | ||
| Oct 15, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 17 | $20,645 | ||
| Oct 15, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 17 | $20,445 | ||
| Oct 30, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 9 | $13,870 | ||
| Oct 30, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 15 | $18,220 | ||
| Oct 30, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 14 | $18,620 | ||
| Nov 1, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 17 | $21,570 | ||
| Nov 1, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 12 | $17,145 | ||
| Nov 6, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 14 | $18,520 | ||
| Nov 6, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 9 | $13,770 | ||
| Nov 6, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 15 | $17,920 | ||
| Nov 8, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 17 | $21,270 | ||
| Nov 8, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 12 | $16,945 | ||
| Nov 20, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 14 | $18,820 | ||
| Nov 20, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 15 | $17,520 | ||
| Nov 20, 2026 | AMA Waterways | Zambezi Queen | 9 | $13,470 |
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