Known as the biggest single curtain of water falling from a height, Victoria Falls is considered a natural wonder that many dream of visiting. However, did you know that a visit to this location nestled on Zimbabwe and Zambia’s border will provide you with more than mere sightseeing?
1. Relax with spa treatments
Experience mental, physical, and emotional benefits when you treat yourself to spa treatments at Victoria Falls. Relax and enjoy a variety of therapies which are aimed at reducing stress, boosting your energy and enhancing your natural beauty. Places like hotel spas have well-trained staff to handle the treatments and a range of therapies which will meet your specific requirements.
2. Adventurous sports
When you place yourself close to the Victoria Falls area in close proximity to Zambia, adventure sports should be at the top of your list, as this is a site which boasts of extreme ventures. Some of the top activities available there include sports like white water rafting and riding a cable car over Batoka Gorge. Microlight flights are also on offer, letting you experience panoramic views of the massive falls. For more thrills, engage in bungee jumping, which will provide you with the ultimate adrenaline rush. You can engage in this awesome activity at the Zambezi Bridge.
3. Visit Devil’s Pool
If you are feeling more daring and would like to experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, you need to swim at the brink of Victoria Falls. This place is named the Devil’s Pool and is a natural wonder which encompasses an exceptional geological formation. This activity is not for the faint-hearted, as you will be on the edge of one of the world’s largest waterfalls. There are experienced tour guides to lead you during this excursion to ensure your safety. For the best experience, you should head there between mid-August and January.
4. Get a bird’s eye view of the area
Termed as ‘Flight of the Angels’, a tour from above of the area will provide you with a unique perspective of the site, which would otherwise have been impossible from land. Such opportunities also make awesome shots, as you will be able to capture the whole natural beauty of the place in one frame. Avani Victoria Falls Resort facilitates helicopter rides as a key activity by offering aerial views of the stunning natural beauty over key destinations such as Victoria Falls, Batoka Gorge and the Zambezi River.
5. Taste some delicious dishes
Hearty, flavourful and simple, the cuisine in the region is worth a try as it is a fusion of Zimbabwean and Zambian cooking techniques and staples. Those who are staying at hotels in Victoria Falls will be open to a variety of the local finger-licking dishes at their restaurants or even at street stalls close at hand. Some local favourites you can try include Sadza (thick maize porridge), Muriwo unedovi (greens in peanut butter), and Kapenta (dried fish fry). If you can stomach them, you can even have some Madora (fried mopane worms). Have a unique dining experience overlooking the majestic waterfall and listening to its powerful thundering roar, which is pretty much like a symphony of cascading water over the massive gorge.
