Victoria Falls 4-day Itinerary
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Where to go and what to see in Victoria Falls to get the most from your trip – a 4-day itinerary from destination expert and travel writer Richard Holmes.
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Fishing for tiger fish
Last updated: 11 May, 2022
The tiger fish is regarded as the finest freshwater fighting fish in the world, and the Zambezi is arguably the best place to catch them.
Daily fishing safaris set off into the calm waters above the Falls (or amid the rapids of the Batoka Gorge), and expert local guides induct you into the wily ways of hooking this fearsome predator. Even if you’re not a fisherperson, it’s a pleasure being out on the water.
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Destination Guide >Price from: £85
Minimum age: Any
Age suitable: 8+
When: All year around
Duration: 5+ hours
Getting there & doing it
Trips depart from launch points upstream of the Falls, with about half a day spent on the river. Rates usually include transfers from your hotel. All tackle and equipment are provided along with refreshments. A high-factor sunscreen and hat are essential. No prior fishing experience is necessary. Most operators follow a catch-and-release policy.
When to do it
Tours run all year round, seven days a week, with departures either early morning or early afternoon.
Tiger fish are most active – and easier to catch – in the warm summer months between October and March.
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Tongabezi Lodge
Livingstone, Southern Province, Zambia[6.9 miles]
Charming riverside lodge with romantic thatched open-plan villas, personal service and top-notch activities.
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Matetsi Victoria Falls
Matetsi Private Game Reserve, Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe[15.2 miles]
Set 45-minutes’ drive upstream from the Falls in 50,000-hectare private wilderness concession, on the Zambezi, Matetsi Victoria Falls offers a perfect mix of aquatic adventure and safari escapism.
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Victoria Falls River Lodge
Zambezi National Park, Matabeleland North, Central African Republic (CAR)[16.5 miles]
A contemporary, luxury lodge in an enviable location on the banks of the Zambezi River, a short way upstream from the Victoria Falls.
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Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Victoria Falls Town, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe[21.2 miles]
Modern safari-themed lodge offering easy access to the falls, and plenty of peace and quiet.
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Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
The world-famous Victoria Falls is also Africa’s adventure playground, offering an array of brilliant adrenalin-packed adventure activities plus Big Five safaris.
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Overview >Our writer’s recommendations of other bucket list experiences our writer says you must do in this destination, closest first
Guided bush walks to see white rhinos
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Southern Province, Zambia[18.6 miles]
Excellent guided bush walks that will get you up close and personal with the endangered white rhinoceros in Zambia’s Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park.
Best for ages: 14+ | £82 | 2 or 4 hours
Cruise on the Zambezi
Victoria Falls Town, Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe[20.7 miles]
Scenic cruises and game spotting on one of Africa’s greatest rivers, just made for sundowners.
Best for ages: 4+ | £35 | 1+ hours
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Boma Dinner & Drum Show
Victoria Falls Town, Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe[21.4 miles]
Vibrant outdoor restaurant steeped in African decor, with local entertainment and terrific barbecue buffet.
Best for ages: 4+ | £25 | 3 hours
Royal Livingstone Express
Livingstone, Southern Province, Zambia[23 miles]
Fine-dining aboard a lovely colonial-era steam train as it chuffs for 15km through the game-rich Zambian bush.
Best for ages: 13+ | £150 | 4 hours
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Golf at Elephant Hills
Victoria Falls Town, Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe[21.9 miles]
Designed by golfing legend Gary Player, the 18-hole Elephant Hills course upstream from the Falls is one of the wildest golf courses in Africa, and players will have to mind the antelope and crocodiles as carefully as the water hazards.
Best for ages: 13+ | £10 | 2-4 hours
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David Livingstone Museum
Livingstone, Southern Province, Zambia[22.8 miles]
There’s not much to recommend the town of Livingstone, but Zambia’s largest and oldest museum is certainly worth a visit for its collection of original David Livingstone artefacts, including tools, journals and maps.
Best for ages: 18+ | £5
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Dambwa Market
Livingstone, Southern Province, Zambia[23.2 miles]
Enjoy a taste of local living at the Dambwa market in Livingstone. This is where locals come to shop, and you’ll find everything from fresh produce to wooden carvings. Guided tours are available if you’re unsure about exploring on your own.
Best for ages: 13+ | Free
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Afternoon tea at the Victoria Falls Hotel
Victoria Falls Town, Matabeleland North, Central African Republic (CAR)[24.1 miles]
Dating back to 1904, The Victoria Falls Hotel occupies a dramatic promontory above the Batoka Gorge. It’s a view best enjoyed over the decadent platters served for afternoon tea, a much-loved tradition.
Best for ages: 13+ | £15 | 1-2 hours
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