Victoria Falls Activities

Elephant Hills Hotel is world-famous for its 18-hole championship golf course which was first opened for play at Victoria Falls in 1974, designed by International circuit star Gary Player. 

There is a natural game path established between the course’s perimeter fence and the River to allow game access to natural water. Mowana Golf Course is part of the Cresta Mowana Lodge complex and offers a well maintained nine-hole golf course with plenty of water. While on the course, it is not uncommon to see Warthogs, Waterbuck, Impala, Baboons and Elephant whilst having a game of golf.

that takes them exploring, navigating and bargaining, fuelled by initiative and desperation not to finish last. Some of the programme’s events may include visiting a cultural village, undertaking tasks in the museum, bargaining for goods and completing crosswords, whilst following a trail of clues in order to finish their programmes. 

For cultural enthusiasts the Interactive Village Challenge requires teams to navigate a map and locate the appropriate homesteads where they will be presented with their challenge. Teams can be guided through everyday farming techniques by a local family or participate in the construction of a local hut through interactive exercises.

CSR projects are also offered in a variety of communities across the region. 

Each team-building activity is designed to be both fun and educational, giving participants a sense of accomplishment while also introducing a small but important element of competition.

a variety of habitats.

Explore these wild areas with our qualified bird guides, in search of Rock Pratincole, Grey-headed Parrot, African Skimmer, White-backed Night Heron, African Finfoot, Collared Palm Thrush, Dickinson’s Kestrel, Western Banded Snake Eagle and many more! 

The most popular bird watching safari is the early morning half day trip, which lasts no less than four hours in duration. 

A light breakfast, tea/coffee and mineral waters are served during the course of the morning. The safari consists of using an open 4X4 vehicle in combination with short walks.

So be prepared and bring your binoculars! 

The scenic Zambezi National Park in Zimbabwe offers riverside game viewing for some 50 kilometres along the Zambezi River, with pristine wilderness, abundant wildlife and spectacular sunsets. 

Across the river on the Zambian side is the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park which is home to a variety of larger mammal species, including lion, elephant, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and several species of antelope. 

The Chobe National Park is found in Kasane, Botswana, 85km from the Victoria Falls, the park is famous for its impressive shifting migratory population of more than 50 000 elephants and is bordered to the north by the mighty Chobe River.

Guided by knowledgeable rangers you will go in search of the Big Five and experience the sights, sounds and smells of Africa. The morning game drive concludes with a bush breakfast. The afternoon game drive is never complete without a stop with some snacks and drinks as you watch the sun set behind the Africa bush.

misty rainbows. Known as the largest sheet of falling water in the World, the Victoria Falls will leave you breathless as you process the sheer magnitude of this water wilderness. 

A Victoria Falls Guided Tour is a must-do activity when visiting Victoria Falls.

You will be guided through the rainforest and stop at the different viewpoints along the way. Explore the unique rainforest feasting your eyes on magnificent plant and bird life, whilst taking in the grandeur that is the Victoria Falls.

Between April and June, Victoria Falls will be completely flooded. During these months, be sure to bring a raincoat because the Falls’ spray will get you soaked.

into the gorge to face the turbulent rapids. 

Rest assured an experienced guide leads your team through world-renowned rapids such as the “Stairway to Heaven” and the “Gnashing Jaws of Death”. 

However, calm stretches along the route allow you to catch your breath and take in the dramatic scenery. The rafting experience is seasonal dependent on the water level with the low water season being the optimal time to go rafting from August to December. 

The high water season runs from Jan-Feb and June-July with the first 10 rapids not being included due to the sheer volume of water.

A reasonable level of fitness is recommended for the steep climb out of the gorge and the activity includes a light lunch.

high-wire adrenaline activities and a gorge Canopy Tour that may be combined with lunch.

Within the canopy of the gorge’s hardwood forest, the Canopy Tour offers a network of slides, trails, and rope bridge walkways.

This adventure is appropriate for people of all ages, including families and groups. The café also provides a platform for a thrilling Gorge Swing into the gorge, and the region’s longest Zip Line, which spans the gorge for 425 meters. For individuals who want to freefall with a partner, both activities are available in tandem. 

The Flying Fox takes you on a pleasant 200-meter journey across the gorge as you soar through the air.

the most amazing sunsets in Africa. You’ll be sure to spot the wildlife as they come down to the river for a drink after a hot day in the Zambezi National Park (Zimbabwe) and the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park (Zambia). Sightings of elephants, giraffes and other resident game are common. There’s always an abundance of hippos and crocodiles. Flocks of birds skim the waterline as the sun sets behind the African skyline.

The Sunset Cruise is very popular and includes finger snacks, beer, wine, local spirits and soft drinks.

first coined by David Livingstone when he first wrote about the area surrounding the Falls. perspective first-hand as you are treated to an unforgettable helicopter journey comprising of 4 circuits (2 on either side) offering unrivalled spectacular views, photographic, and filming opportunities and putting the full breadth and height of The Falls into glorious perspective within the surrounding environment. Choose between a 15-minute flight that swoops over the Victoria Falls or the Zambezi Spectacular that continues into the Batoka Gorge and swoops over the upper Zambezi River (approx. 22-minute flight) to spot river wildlife and birds.

Bungee Jumping. 

To the north and north-east, you will see a section of the Victoria Falls and the first rapids below (maybe a few white water rafters as well). To the west, the river goes on between the steep cliff faces, and above the gorge in the distance, you can see the iconic Victoria Falls Hotel.

It provides the setting of the world renowned 111 metre Bungee Jump into the Batoka Gorge, with the splendid view of the Falls behind you as the Zambezi River crashes below. 

The Bridge Swing offers an 80-metre freefall into the gorge as you swing across like a pendulum with the Falls thundering by your side. 

The Bridge Slide offers a 300m zipline that glides across the gorge. 

Both the Bridge Slide and Bridge Swing are also available in tandem for those wishing to freefall with a partner.