While a trip to the iconic Victoria Falls is something that you have to do when you are in the Victoria Falls area, there are many other things that you need to try. Many of these activities are not for the faint-hearted, but will be worth it for the unforgettable experience that you have. While there are a lot of things that you can do while in Victoria Falls, there are certain things that you need to take the time to do.
Batoka Gorge Swing
Everyone loves going on a swing, but this is taking it to the next level and is not recommended for people with a fear of heights. When you complete the Batoka Gorge swing, you will stand on a platform which is 120 meters above the fast flowing Zambezi River. You will be attached to a harness and then have to simply step off the platform.
When you leave the safety of the platform, you are going to drop around 70 meters in a free fall. The rope will then tighten and you hit the swing part of the experience. The rope will swing you in a 95-degree arc of adrenaline pumping fun.
There is only one operator that offers this experience and you will need to book with them before you head out. This operator is the same one that offers a white water rafting experience on the Zambezi River. If you book both experiences with them, you will generally be able to get a bundle discount.
Bungee Jumping
If you are looking for a better free falling experience than the Batoka Gorge swing, you should look at bungee jumping. There is a 111-meter bungee jump from the center of the Victoria Falls Bridge that you can do. This is one of the top experiences for any adrenaline junkie heading to Victoria Falls.
The bungee jump has been consistently voted in the top 5 across the world. There are 2 operators that you can work with, but the costs will be the same as will the experience. You will be jumping off the middle of the bridge and free fall for around 4 seconds before coming close to the surface of the Zambezi River.
A Flight Over The Falls
If you want to experience the Victoria Falls in a different way, you can fly over them. There are 2 ways that you can do this and you need to choose the one that works for you. The first is by helicopter and the second is by microlight.
The helicopter flight over the falls is known as the Flight of the Angels and is one of the most loved attractions. You will fly over the falls for 125 minutes and take in the different views from both the Zambian and Zimbabwean sides. There are different operators depending on which country you start the flight, but the experience is one that should not be missed.
If you are feeling a bit more adventurous, you can look at a microlight flight over the falls. A microlight is essentially an open-air propeller powered kite. The benefit of this vehicle over the helicopter is that you feel like you are flying while you look at the waterfalls. This offers a very different experience when compared to the helicopter as you are able to feel the wind as you fly over the falls.
Take A Dip In The Devil’s Pool
The Devil’s Pool is something that you need to experience, but only if you are not scared of height and a bit fearless. Also known as Livingstone Island, this is the spot where you can literally hang over the edge of the falls and stare into the drop below. However, it is important to note that the Devil’s Pool is only open at certain times of the year because of the dangers that come with taking a dip there.
There are other restrictions as well such as the number of daily visitors being limited to 80. This is why you need to plan ahead if you want to take a dip in the Devil’s Pool. If you are going to be visiting when the Devil’s Pool is not open, you can head to the Angel’s Armchair which offers a similar experience.