Victoria Falls & Livingstone

About this journey

Livingstone, Zambia is the original home of Victoria Falls tourism and offers the most authentic experience of this natural wonder. This 4-day trip immerses you in everything the falls and the Zambezi River have to offer, combining natural spectacle with adventure, culture, and relaxation in equal measure. Victoria Falls — known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, 'The Smoke That Thunders' — is the world's largest curtain of falling water, stretching 1.7 kilometres wide and plunging 108 metres into the Batoka Gorge. The Zambian side of the falls offers a more intimate and less crowded experience than the Zimbabwean side, with viewpoints that allow you to stand at the very edge of the precipice where the water tumbles into the abyss. Your guided tour of the falls is complemented by a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, where hippos, elephants, and crocodiles share the waterway with your cruise boat as the African sun drops below the horizon. Livingstone town itself is steeped in history — named after the Scottish missionary-explorer David Livingstone who 'discovered' the falls in 1855 — and a visit to the Livingstone Museum provides fascinating context. For adrenaline seekers, optional activities include bungee jumping from the Victoria Falls Bridge, white-water rafting on Grade 5 rapids, helicopter flights, zip-lining, gorge swings, and microlight flights over the falls. For those seeking tranquility, spa treatments, cultural village visits, and leisurely riverside dining provide the perfect counterbalance. Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, Livingstone delivers.