 Victoria Falls OverviewVictoria Falls is one of nature's greatest spectacles, and one
of the few attractions that exceeds even the wildest expectations
of its visitors. The town itself, referred to locally simply as
'Vic Falls', straddles the banks of the Zambezi River, in
Zimbabwe's Matabeleland North province. It is a pleasant place from
which to base oneself, home to a number of hotels and lodges, a
couple of good restaurants and some great bars to enjoy. Known as both an adventure centre and romantic getaway, there is
an excellent selection of things to see and do in Victoria Falls,
from a mist-soaked stroll to the viewpoints that run the length of
the falls to adrenaline-packed activities like white-water rafting
and bungee jumping. There are canoe trips, river cruises, safaris
and fishing trips available in Vic Falls, as well as first-rate
national parks to visit nearby. A day-trip across the border into
Zambia is also well worth doing. Young children might enjoy the
restored colonial-era steam train, which offers scenic day-tours
around the Vic Falls area, including a 2-hour stop over the
Victoria Falls bridge for breakfast. An elephant-back safari or
'elephant encounter' is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for little
ones and adults alike. There are buses, trains and airlines that travel to Vic Falls
and, once there, the town is easily walkable but also has plenty of
minibus and regular taxis available for visitors to use. A popular
holiday destination since the 1930s, Vic Falls is a must on any
African travel itinerary. |
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