WALK THE FALLS IN ZIMBABWE

No matter how you decide to visit “The Smoke That Thunders” very few people are ever really prepared for the incredible beauty and mesmerising strength and power of the mighty Victoria Falls. The heart-pounding sensation of actually standing on the edge of the precipice above the raging waters is something quite unforgettable. You can make you way along the designated path which takes you to the various 16 view points along the edge, from the devil's cataract, through the rain forest and on to danger point – the sheer magic of the Victoria Falls is that you will not find big barriers or walls to keep you away from the edge and one can really experience the sheer might of them – up close!

Entry to Vic Falls National Park is US$50 payable in cash upon entry. [1st April 2023]

The SEASONS and WATER LEVELS

November to end April – rainy season – (mostly low season)

The majority of rainfall is convectional thunderstorms, so a huge downpour for a couple of hours and then it clears and there is beautiful sunshine. The air is cool and clear and the colours vibrant, which is great for photography. Of course, if the couple of hours happens to be while you are doing a river cruise or game drive, then it’s not pleasant.

You can also be unlucky and visit while the inter-tropical convergence zone sits over this area, it can happen any time during this period and this brings with it several days of continuous rain. Up till the end of December the Victoria Falls has quite low water levels but from January onwards they are full, reaching their peak in April.

August through to November – High Season [low water]

August through till November is dry and getting hotter as one approaches October, which is also known as 'suicide' month, as it does get very hot.

The waterfall is beautiful during this time with the water levels gradually dropping to their lowest in November before the rains start again. There is still a good volume of water flowing over the Zimbabwean side and there is greater visibility of the Falls as there is less spray.