Victoria Falls Explorer

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Embark on the "Victoria Falls Explorer" tour, a captivating journey through the heart of Africa, visiting both Zimbabwe and Zambia. Begin your adventure at the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, where you can experience the thrill of ziplining or swinging over the Zambezi River. Enjoy a stay at the Victoria Falls Waterfront Hotel or Shearwater Explorers Village, depending on the season, each offering unique local experiences. Dive into exhilarating activities like white-water rafting and a guided village tour, and unwind with a sunset cruise on the Zambezi. Discover the wildlife on a guided walking safari and take to the skies with a helicopter ride for breathtaking views of the falls. Conclude your journey with memories of this natural wonder, ready to explore more of Africa or return home with unforgettable experiences.

Highlights
  • Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders and the largest waterfall in the world, offers a breathtaking experience.
  • Experience the thrill of jumping, ziplining, or swinging off the famous bridge connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia over the Zambezi River.
  • Raft down the Zambezi, one of the world's best white water rapids, for an adrenaline-pumping adventure.
  • Enjoy a locally guided village tour to get to know the locals and experience their way of life.
  • Relax with a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, taking in the stunning views.
  • Embark on a guided walking safari along the Zambezi's National Park to track wildlife on foot.
  • Take a helicopter ride above the thunderous waters for the best view of Victoria Falls in all its glory.
Dining Summary
  • 3 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
  • Victoria Falls: See the epic waterfall of your Insta dreams. Take a stroll along the edge and see this ‘the smoke that thunders’ in all its glory.
Mode of Transport
Transportation is not explicitly detailed, but the tour includes a guided walking safari and a helicopter ride over Victoria Falls. Participants are responsible for their own airport transfers or can opt for an early morning transfer to Kasane, Botswana.
Accommodation
Stay at the Shearwater Explorer's Village or similar, located just 400m from Victoria Falls. Enjoy bohemian cafes, curio markets, and swimming pools. From January to June, accommodations are at the Victoria Falls Waterfront Hotel, Zambia, with a riverside deck and bar overlooking the falls.
Airport Transfers
Transfers to and from the airport are not included and need to be arranged independently.
Additional Meals
Meals other than the specified breakfasts are not included in the tour package.
Destinations
  • Africa
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe
Tour Types
  • White water rafting
  • Walking
  • Wildlife Tours
  • Safari Tours
  • Boat/Cruise Excursion
  • Adventure Tours

Location: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls, Zambia

Excited much? Make your way to your accommodation in Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders and the largest waterfall in the world. You might want to pack your raincoat, as during certain times of the year you can get drenched from the rising spray, giving the falls its local name: 'The smoke that thunders'. You'll have the chance to jump, zipline or swing off the famous bridge connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia over the Zambezi River. Please note: From January to June this trip puts you in the Victoria Falls Waterfront Hotel, Zambia, with a riverside deck and bar that overlooks the spray of the thunderous falls. Travelling from July to December? Don't worry, you're not missing out: we'll put you up in the Shearwater Explorers Village, Zimbabwe, just 400m from the falls - with bohemian cafes, curio markets and swimming pools to explore. It's win win, basically.<br/>

Accommodation Name: Shearwater Explorer's Village (or similar)

Location: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

A full day of activities to explore! Raft down the Zambezi, one of the world's best white water rapids. There's also a locally guided village tour, where you'll get to know the locals and experience their way of life. This evening we'll finish with a sunset cruise on the Zambezi.<br/>

Accommodation Name: Shearwater Explorer's Village (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

We start today on foot, to literally ‘walk on the wild side’ with a guided walking safari along the Zambezi’s National Park. This is a unique way to track wildlife on foot while learning about some of the smaller animals – plus plants and just generally anything we come across. Afterwards, we go from foot mode to flight mode with a helicopter ride above the thunderous waters below - the best way to see the falls in all their glory.<br/>

Accommodation Name: Shearwater Explorer's Village (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Your trip ends after breakfast this morning where you need to make your own way to the airport or catch the early morning transfer to Kasane, Botswana for the start of the Okavango Delta and Deserts trip. As you flick through your photos and videos, you'll realise that nothing will compare to seeing this natural miracle up close and personal.<br/>

Meals: Breakfast

Included
  • Epic Waterfall Experience
    -See the epic Victoria Falls waterfall, known as 'the smoke that thunders', and take a stroll along the edge to witness its glory.
  • Zambezi River Activities
    -Enjoy activities like rafting down the Zambezi, one of the world's best white water rapids, and a sunset cruise on the river.
  • Guided Village Tour
    -Participate in a locally guided village tour to get to know the locals and experience their way of life.
  • Walking Safari
    -Join a guided walking safari along the Zambezi’s National Park to track wildlife on foot and learn about the local flora and fauna.
  • Helicopter Ride
    -Experience a helicopter ride above the thunderous waters of Victoria Falls for a breathtaking view.

Not Included
  • Airport Transfers
    -Transfers to and from the airport are not included and need to be arranged independently.
  • Additional Meals
    -Meals other than the specified breakfasts are not included in the tour package.
Yes, the tour includes 3 breakfasts.
The tour concludes after breakfast on the fourth day. You will need to make your own way to the airport or catch an early morning transfer to Kasane, Botswana, if you are continuing to the Okavango Delta and Deserts trip.
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On the first day, you will have the chance to jump, zipline, or swing off the famous bridge connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia over the Zambezi River. You will also have the opportunity to explore the local area, including bohemian cafes, curio markets, and swimming pools.
On the second day, you can raft down the Zambezi, one of the world's best white water rapids, and participate in a locally guided village tour to experience the local way of life. The day concludes with a sunset cruise on the Zambezi.
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Accommodation is provided at the Shearwater Explorer's Village or a similar establishment. Depending on the time of year, you may stay at the Victoria Falls Waterfront Hotel in Zambia or the Shearwater Explorers Village in Zimbabwe.
The third day includes a guided walking safari along the Zambezi's National Park, allowing you to track wildlife on foot and learn about smaller animals and plants. Additionally, you will enjoy a helicopter ride above the falls for a breathtaking view.
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.

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This tour is operated by Contiki

4 days from £325 pp exc.flights; Enquire
Start:Victoria Falls, Zambia
Finish:Victoria Falls, Zambia
Suitable for: 18-35
Physical rating:Medium
Diets:Vegetarians
Tour operated in: English
Tour Reference: AAVFE27
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