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Victoria Falls Hotel 2013 refurbishment  The 2013 refurbishment is under way The Victoria Falls Hotel is excited to announce that our much anticipated refurbishment has begun in earnest with...

Victoria Falls Bush Telegraph  We have just sent out November issue No 9 of our Victoria Falls Bush Telegraph you can have a look at it here Victoria Falls Bush Telegraph ...

David Livingstone and the ‘discovery’ of the Victoria Falls  Livingstone's Anniversary November marks the anniversary of the ‘discovery’ of the Victoria Falls by Dr David Livingstone. Travelling downstream by...

The Victoria Falls Hotel Latest News  108 Years old and still offering the best hospitality in Victoria Falls New General Manager Appointed The Victoria Falls Hotel Partnership, made up...

South Africa makes breakthrough in cure for malaria  Researchers at the University of Cape Town have announced that they have made a huge breakthrough in research for a cure for malaria. They discovered a...

New lodges to open in Victoria Falls and Hwange   African Luxury Hideaways has announced the addition of two new properties in Zimbabwe to its collection: The Victoria Falls Cliff Tops Lodge and Elephant’s...

Low water rafting season kicks off again 9th August 2012  Low water rafting season is back as of the 9th August 2012. Starting from Rapid 1 through to 19 this run is considered to be the most exciting one day...

1time signs agreement to launch Zim LCC   1time Airline has confirmed that it has concluded a joint venture agreement with Nu-Aero (Pvt) Ltd, trading as Fresh Air, a registered Zimbabwean company....

the bigger the better!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  new vic falls airport................

Victoria Falls Airport Facelift commencing July  Work on expanding the Victoria Falls Airport starts July according to Tourism and Hospitality Minister Walter Mzembi. He told Radio VOP that this followed...

Victoria Falls Rafting season closure  Due to the high water levels of the Zambezi River we are expecting rafting to close on the 16th/17th of April 2012. Rafting is expected to re-open in the...

Upswing for Zimbabwe Tourism  According to influential tourism body, World Travel & Tourism Council, Zimbabwe’s tourism economy is set to grow 9.2% this year, making it the third fastest...

Batoka Dam deal expected to go ahead  ZAMBIA and Zimbabwe have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly construct the 1,650 mega watts Batoka Hydro-power project which is estimated...

Bicentenary of the birth of David Livingstone celebrated with a Festival  Next year it will be 200 years since the birth of David Livingstone, who was born in Blantyre, Scotland, on March 19, 1813. He went on to become famous...

High Water Rafting Season Starts  Low water rafting season is now over. So its High Water Rafting from rapids 11 to 24 only. Pick up at about 6.30am and back in town at about 1.30 to 2...

VICTORIA FALLS TOURISM POLICE - December 2011  We would firstly like to welcome you all to the first edition of the 2011 Victoria Falls Tourist Police newsletter. In this and future newsletters we will...

Zambezi Airlines Grounded  Zambia’s aviation industry is in its worst tailspin after the country’s only airline, Zambezi airlines was grounded to a halt on deteriorating safety standards...

The story of the baboon  There was one a stunning female baboon. All the male fought for her to be their wife. One day she came across two males as she was trying to find some...

SAA introduces business class to Victoria Falls and Livingstone  SAA will introduce a business-class cabin on flights between South Africa and Livingstone and Victoria Falls, effective November 1 and December 1, respectively....

Emirates set to Fly into Livingstone and Harare  EMIRATES' extensive African network is to be boosted with the launch of two new destinations - Zambian capital Lusaka and Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe....

Knight Rider Visits Victoria Falls  POPULAR American actor, singer and businessman David Michael Hasselhoff, popularly known as Michael Knight, was in the resort town of Victoria Falls on...

Victoria Falls Bridge Turns 106  THE historical Victoria Falls bridge has turned 106 years old amid reports that it has become the second most visited tourist attractions behind the...

Victoria Falls Bridge Turns 106  THE historical Victoria Falls bridge has turned 106 years old amid reports that it has become the second most visited tourist attractions behind the...

Zimbabwe might construct Batoka Gorge Power Station  HARARE — Zimbabwe will construct the Batoka Gorge Power Station alone if Zambia refuses to invest in the project, power utility Zimbabwe Electricity Supply...

Victoria Falls residents want youth centres  The Combined Victoria Falls Residents Association is lobbying the local authority to set aside money in next year’s budget for youth centres that will...

Victoria Falls Spectacular  The Victoria Falls Spectacular – a golfing fundraiser for Victoria Falls Primary School! Bring the family, there’s something on the go for all ages. Programme...

Victoria Falls Bridge Festival  Sunday 11th September, Victoria Falls Bridge Official Launch of Sun, Steel & Spray (Book on the History of the Victoria Falls Bridge) COME AND JOIN IN...

Victoria Falls working together to speed up immigration   Members of the tourism industry in Victoria Falls have come together to ensure immigration into the town will be both fast and efficient following concerns...

Zambezi River low water rafting season expected to commence again on Sunday   Earlier this week oarsmen from Adventure Zone and Wild Horizons rafted the Zambezi River below Victoria Falls, between rapids number 1 and 10 to assess...

Airlink increases Kruger-Livingstone flights   AIRLINK will be increasing the frequency of flights operating between Nelspruit Kruger and Livingstone. Initially launched in August 2009 with three flights...

Victoria Falls reports good occupancies  Feedback from Go To Victoria Falls members reveals that arrivals into Victoria Falls have seen a turnaround. The monthly fair market share statistics at...

Giant Okavango-Zambezi conservation zone launched in Africa  LUANDA — Five southern African countries signed an agreement Thursday to create a giant conservation zone in the Okavango and Zambezi river basins that...

Drums of Peace: INTWASA FULL MOON 12th & 13th August 2011   COME DRUM FOR PEACE!! Friday 12th August will be a little teaser for Saturdays festivities, introducing all the drummers, dancers, musicians & artists...

Zambezi Helicopter Company Clears Litter  Litter management is a challenge to any growing community and Victoria Falls is no exception. The scourge of plastic bags, tin cans and other debris presents...

VICTORIA FALLS CRICKET CLUB  Victoria Falls Cricket Club is hosting a cricket tournament (The Vic Falls Slogout) in August over the Heroes weekend 5th 6th 7th of August. We have teams...

Oar-inspiring Row Down the Zambezi  A HENLEY ROWER is to take part in a 1,000-km charity row down the Upper Zambezi, a feat never before accomplished in a rowing boat. Antonia Van Deventer,...

VICTORIA FALLS COMMUNITY GATHERS FOR CLEAN UP ACT  At the end of June a huge rubbish clean up was organised by the Victoria Falls community. Sponsored by the Victoria Falls Green Fund, a voluntary environmental...

85 Year Old Swinger off the Victoria Falls Bridge  On 11th June 2011 Mr Kevin Banks made some inquiries with us regarding various activities in Victoria Falls for himself, his family and parents. We proceeded...

Temperatures Drop to Below Freezing  Overnight temperatures dropped to below freezing in Victoria Falls town over the weekend! Whilst temperatures in the bush often drop below zero as you...

Good Times for Victoria Falls Again  GOOD times are rolling again for Victoria falls, the country’s most popular tourist resort. After a decade-long slump in business, the World Heritage...

NOTICE OF INAUGURAL MEETING OF “FRIENDS OF VICTORIA FALLS"  Dear All. Victoria Falls is an extraordinary place..... A place where wilderness and the natural world intersect and merge with homes, businesses and hotels....

Elephant Kills Victoria Falls Safari Lodge Guide   On June 8, tragedy struck at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, when the lodge’s Head Guide Tendekai Madzivanzira was killed by an elephant in full musth. Madzivanzira,...

Victoria Falls Council Approves New Cricket Ground  Construction work will begin at Victoria Falls early next year on what promises to be a spectacular new Zimbabwe Test and ODI cricket ground after the...

Baboon Causes Man to Fall to His Death  ZAMBIAN TRAGEDY - Date: 10th June 2011 - Early in June a tragic incident occurred on the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls. Following a stand-off with...

VICTORIA FALLS ELEPHANT TRAGEDY  VICTORIA FALLS ELEPHANT TRAGEDY Two deaths caused by elephants, within the space of a week, have shocked residents of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. The first...

Zambezi Airlines to operate direct flights between Cape Town and Livingstone   Zambezi Airlines, Zambia's leading domestic and regional carrier has announced plans to expand its operations with three weekly flights between Cape Town...

Lunar Eclipse Safari and Zambezi Dinner Cruise  A total lunar eclipse will take place on June 15, 2011. It is the first of two total lunar eclipses in 2011, the second occurring on December 10. It is...

The New A Zambezi River Lodge Opens its Doors  The 18th of May 2011 saw the official opening of the completely refurbished A Zambezi River Lodge in Victoria Falls Zimbabwe. Local, regional and international...

ON THE ELEPHANT FRONTLINE  I am lucky enough to be currently house-sitting in Victoria Falls, on the edge of town and on the elephant frontline. Most people here spend their time...

Zimbabwe Artist - Dexterous Dexter  Zimbabwean Artist Dexter Nyamainashe's masterpiece, the ‘Global Village’, took him six years of work and dedication. In this mechanical wonder, animated...

History of the Victoria Falls Bridge   Sun, Steal & Spray a new book on the history of the Victoria Falls Bridge This month sees publication of a new book on the Victoria Falls Bridge ....

Africa Albida Doubles Funding for Vic Falls Anti Poaching Unit  Africa Albida Tourism has doubled its funding to the Victoria Falls Anti Poaching Unit (VFAPU). Chief executive of Africa Albida Tourism, Ross Kennedy...

Vic Falls restaurant remains shut   STILL mired in controversy, a Victoria Falls rainforest restaurant remains shut and deserted after environmentalists raised alarm over its location inside...

Shoestrings Holding Bob Marley Party  This week is about remembering Bob Marley. 11 May was the 30th anniversary of his death. Festivals and parties are being thrown throughout the country...

Zimbabwe and Zambia battle each other for tourists in Vic Falls  VICTORIA FALLS, Zimbabwe (AFP) – Tourists are back! said Knowledge, all smiles at the Victoria Falls tourism office. His sentiment is shared widely in...

The Boys (Elephants) are Back in Town  Three o’clock in the morning and I’m awoken by the crashing and thumping of vegetation onto the roof of the backpackers room I’m staying in. After a few...

Record Floods Predicted - Victoria Falls  Earlier this year five countries in southern Africa issued flood warnings following heavy rains in the region. Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia and...

David Livingstone letter sells for £28,800  AN UNPUBLISHED letter written by Scots explorer David Livingstone in Africa - which revealed for the first time how he was forced to eat elephant during...

Victoria Falls Bridge Toll  HARARE - Emerged Railway Properties (ERP) is engaged in consultations with the governments of Zimbabwe and Zambia to commence tolling at the Victoria Falls...

VIEWING OF 5 BLACK RHINOS IN VIC FALLS GAME RESERVE  We just visited Zimbabwe and went on a jeep safari ride and dinner in the Vic Falls game reserve. Our guide Papa Joesph was knowlegable and patient. We...

New Shopping Mall for Victoria Falls  Developers of a shopping mall in Victoria Falls (pictured and the wildlife in the area) have invited businesses to forward their input into the building...

White Water Rafting season closes 5th Feb 2011  Please be advised that the curtain came down on the White Water Rafting season on February 5, 2011 for all commercial trips, as the water level has reached...

Botswana project poses threat to Victoria Falls   Botswana has apparently notified other Southern African countries of its intentions to extract some 30 cubic metres from the Chobe River where it meets...

Zambezi Water Levels Higher Than Normal  The Zambezi “The water in the Zambezi is much higher than is normal for this time of year,” Guido van Langenhove told IPS. “This morning we measured three...

A Lion is on the Prowl  A LION IS ON THE PROWL – Hi there, I have been asked to let the community know that there has been lion spoor sighted between the old Kazungula Road...

Artificial Fuel Price Hike  VICTORIA FALLS - The recent fuel hike caused an artificial fuel shortage in Matabeleland recently, with Victoria Falls being the worst affected area. ...

Possible Tollgate on the Victoria Falls Bridge  THE Emerged Railways Properties (ERP) Private Limited is set to begin tolling the Victoria Falls Bridge in a bid to raise the necessary funds to maintain...

Victoria Falls restaurant above board  Shearwater adventures, a tourist company accused of illegally constructing a new development inside the world famous rainforest in Victoria Falls, insists...

Victoria Falls bridge set to last another 100 years  THE Victoria Falls Bridge, situated close to one of the country’s world-renowned tourist attractions, is in a position to last a hundred more years if...

Steam Trains Back in Zimbabwe  Steam locomotives are back in Zimbabwe (pictured) after being upset for so many decades, desiels and electric trains are being used and a few steam trains...

Victoria Falls Online Portal  To Victoria Falls Residents This serves to inform everyone that an online portal has been launched. The aim of the portal is to bring together the community,...

Tourists Hail New Parks' Rainforest Café  Victoria Falls — The opening of a National Parks and Wildlife Management Authority-run Café in the Victoria Falls Rainforest has been welcomed by tourists,...

Restaurant and Curio Shop opening within the Victoria Falls National Park  Environment Africa has been receiving calls in the past one month over the construction of a restaurant and setting up of a curio and T Shirt shop in the...

The Zambezi International Regatta returns to Livingstone!  If you are a boat lover and would like to see some real water sporting action, then you had better put a red mark in your diary for the 19th through to...

Stanley and Livingstone voted Zim's Best Hotel  THE Stanley & Livingstone resort was again this year voted Zimbabwe’s leading hotel for 2010 by World Travel Awards Africa and Indian Ocean. The five...

Elephants Cause Traffic Jam  Recently a herd of totally mature Elephants bulls moved into Victoria Falls Town. They wander through the suburbs doing what they do, which is eat…. a...

Human Skeletons Unearthed in Victoria Falls  TWO Iron Age skeletons believed to have been buried between 9-1100AD and now between 600-700 years old have been discovered in the resort town of Victoria...

Victoria Falls Marathon Attracts Thousands  VICTORIA FALLS - The Victoria Falls Marathon, which combines athletics with tourism, entertainment, and charitable causes, has continued to gain popularity...

Cricket Test Ground at Victoria Falls  Zimbabwe Cricket has announced the construction of a major new cricket ground close to the iconic Victoria Falls, widely considered to be one of the seven...

Victoria Falls Benefiting from World Cup  HOTEL occupancy in Zimbabwe’s premier tourist resort, Victoria Falls, has shot up to 80 percent ahead of the Fifa World Cup soccer showcase to be held...

Victoria Falls Mountain Bike Event   Victoria Falls is further positioning itself as an adventure hotspot with the recent introduction of a three-day mountain biking event that will be run...

Albida Tourism in $12m expansion drive  AFRICA Albida Tourism (AAT) which owns the world famous Victoria Falls Safari Lodge is investing up to US$16 million in a robust expansion drive as the...

Air Zimbabwe launches Jo’burg to Vic Falls Flight  AIR Zimbabwe says it is re-launching the Johannesburg-Victoria Falls route and company executives have also urged locals and non-resident Zimbabweans to...

Vic Falls may lose World Wonder Status  Victoria Falls is in danger of losing its official rank as one of the world’s natural wonders. If by Monday Zimbabwe and Zambia have not sent a comprehensive...

 


11th Nov 2009

BACKPACKERS BAZAAR NEWSLETTER

 A  very warm welcome, warm being the operative word,  from the Backpackers Bazaar Team. Its hot, humid and wet as the rainy season is now upon us! Our spring has seen the trees and grass getting greener, the lovely flamboyant’s blooming and the frangipanis flowering! A really pretty time of year for Vic Falls and surrounding areas!

The Festive silly season is approaching and things are very booked up all over town accommodation and activity wise, so just to remind everyone to try send through pre-bookings to avoid disappointment!

Read full newsletter....


10th November  2009

On this day in 1871 journalist-explorer Henry M. Stanley found Scottish missionary David Livingstone, who had not been heard from for years, near Lake Tanganyika in central Africa.

 


19th October 2009

Operation protect the rhino babies

 Shearwater Adventures is happy to report that the rhinos on the reserve are doing very well and sighting of the calves and their mothers are now more frequent. All rhinos appear more relaxed and Shungu, the daddy rhino, is still a little protective of his daughters but fortunately his bark is worse than his bite.

The two rhino calves are now almost four months old and although healthy there is unfortunately another threat to them, wild lions. The reserve has five wild lions, an adult male and lioness with three half grown cubs who are stalking the rhino babies. Since the rhinos are state property we have been given permission to capture and relocate these wild lions to the Matetsi wildlife area. We are currently in the process of baiting them to facilitate the immobilizing of lions. Unfortunately the lions are currently residing in an area that includes our lion walk activity. So with immediate effect we will be temporarily suspending our lion walk activity until further notice. We are sure you will understand not only the potential risks to our precious baby rhinos, but also to your clients on the Walk.  

All existing and new bookings will be channelled through to another supplier. We will update you accordingly as soon as the operation is over.

Please support us during this “Operation protect the rhino babies”

 Kind Regards 

Management

Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve

 


19th October 2009

Change to Visa Requirement Into Zimbabwe

PLEASE NOTE – Historically, any person holding a single entry visa who may have left Zimbabwe (E.G. a day-visit to nearby Chobe National Park or a day-visit to the Zambia side of the Victoria Falls) but intended retuning to Zimbabwe to overnight was not requested to reapply for an additional visa upon return.

However, with immediate effect, Zimbabwe will be charging for re-entry visas for anybody who has left the country on a day trip. This information received today (Monday October 18, 2009) seems to have been in place for a few days already.

Any passengers leaving Zimbabwe on a day trip MUST purchase a multiple entry visa for Zimbabwe on arrival at first entry.

The same rule applies in the opposite direction,  if you arrive into the Victoria Falls International Airport, you will need to purchase a visa to enter Zimbabwe merely to take an overland transfer to Botswana.
 


1st October 2009

Subject: CASH MACHINES IN VIC FALLS

Hi All,

Just a quick update.Barclays Bank in Victoria Falls has activated their cash machine and you can now get cash USD.They are only accepting VISA cards at the moment and will advice in the next couple of weeks when they have activated their MASTERCARD network.
We still advice people to bring with them cash as this is still in the early stages as a back up.
Maximum withdrawal per day is USD400.
Will send another update on what the charges are as we are still awaiting the bank to let us know.

Hope everyone is well and take care.

The Backpackers Bazaar Team!!!!


25th August 2009

ZRP's Pasipamire wins Econet - Vic Falls marathon

The 2009 Econet Victoria Falls marathon which was held over the weekend was dominated by locals with unheralded Zimbabwe Republic Police long distance runner Cephas Pasipamire ruling the roost.

Read Full Story...



24th August 2009

Curio carvers, vendors get accreditation

Victoria Falls Reporter

THE Forestry Commission has started accrediting curio carvers and vendors in Victoria Falls, a move aimed at controlling the harvesting of timber in the forestry area.

Read the full story....


21st July 2009

WHITE WATER RAFTING - GOES TO LOW WATER RUN

Wild Horizons would like to inform all valued agents and clients that our commercial White Water Rafting trips will enter LOW WATER LEVEL on the 3rd of August 2009.

This means that from now until High Water level (approx. mid January) the swirling waters of the Zambezi below the Victoria Falls are offering one of the finest One-Day-White Water Rafting experiences to be had anywhere in the world.

  • Wild Horizons offer Full & Half Day Trips as well as fantastic Multiday trip options for those wishing to savour this amazing outdoor experience. “Rapids negotiated on the full day rafting trip include "Stairway to Heaven”

  • “Devils Toilet Bowl”

  • “Overland Engine Eater”

  • “The Wrestling Hole”

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  • Rafting on the Zambezi is a ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE.

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  • It is the WILDEST ONE DAY RUN IN THE WORLD beneath one of the Seven Wonders of the World.” enthuses Clive Bradford from Wild Horizons.

     


20th June 2009

Vic Falls Heritage Status Threatened

 
VICTORIA Falls’ World Heritage status is under threat after two hoteliers at the prime resort town petitioned the World Heritage Commission against noise pollution in the town.

The hoteliers, The Victoria Falls Hotel and the Kingdom, separately wrote to the World Heritage Commission saying noise generated by frequent flights over the Falls and through gorges and the number of licences given to helicopter operators were a cause for concern.


They warned that if left unchecked they “pose the single biggest threat to our status”.


According to letters seen by the Zimbabwe Independent this week, the hotel groups say the flights over the hotel were depriving their guests “of a quiet and relaxing environment”.


“On behalf of the Victoria Falls Hotel, I would like to register a complaint against the helicopters and the noise they produce which has a negative impact on the environment and likewise destroys the atmosphere in our hotel and grounds,” reads the letter.


“Daily we have to endure the noise and constant irritation from these aircraft which fly directly over and above the Victoria Falls Hotel,” the report said.


Said the letter: “If one considers that current hotel occupancies are running at approximately 20% of capacity surely when normal higher occupancies return the environment cannot sustain the impact of the increased flights, increased operators and increased frequency of the helicopters.”


At present there are two operators flying: Zambian United Air Charters with two helicopters, Batoka Skies (three helicopters) and Zambezi Helicopters with two helicopters.


The Independent understands that plans are at an advanced stage to license up to eight more operators.


BY NQOBILE BHEBHE

 


19th June 2009

Noise fear for Zimbabwe elephants

Noise pollution from helicopter flights over Victoria Falls could badly affect important elephant herds in Zimbabwe, environmentalists have warned.
They say senior government ministers are backing plans for a four-fold increase in tourist flights.

It is part of attempts to take advantage of an expected tourist boom when neighbouring South Africa hosts next year's football World Cup.
Work has already begun on new helipads but without official permission.
Zimbabwean Environment Minister Francis Nehema says no environmental impact assessment has been made - and without it the scheme cannot go ahead.
"It doesn't matter who you are. We want it done. It is a prerequisite," he said.

Zimbabwean journalist Brian Hungwe says at present just five helicopters fly over the falls at any one time.
That figure is set to grow to around 20, as tourists scramble to secure stunning aerial views of one of the world's most spectacular sights, he says.
But environmentalists fear excessive noise pollution will have an adverse effect on the behaviour patterns of the elephants.
And Deliwe Utete from non-governmental organisation Environment Africa says if the elephants flee it could have worrying repercussions for the resort's entire ecosystem, affecting thousands of wild animals and birds.
 


29th May 2009

Victoria Falls Anti Poaching unit

"The Victoria Falls Anti Poaching unit is committed to the conservation of its wildlife."

The unit was established in January 1999, by the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge and local safari operator Charles Brightman, see more about about Charles at Discover Safaris.

Read full details about the Victoria Falls Anti Poaching Unit


8.30am 22nd May 2009

Elephants in Victoria Falls Town Centre

 If you were visiting Victoria Falls today and were hoping to start your African adventure by seeing some wildlife, you wouldn't have had far travel. This herd of five Bull African Elephants (Loxodonta Africana) ambled into town early this morning.

Read more details and see pictures...


12th May 2009

A Lunar Rainbow

A Wonderful Sight Not To Be Missed.....

The lunar rainbow occurs for three days in each month from January to September. The lunar happens when the water levels in the Zambezi River are high enough to cause heavy spray to blend adequately with the moon rays. 

Read full details on Lunar Rainbow with dates of the next ones.... 


6th May 2009

The Story of DAMIANO

A domesticated Elephant released back into the wild……

Damiano  is an elephant that has been part of the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary for over ten years.  He started showing more and more inclination to interact with the Wild bull elephant. 

Read full details on Damiano here....


27th APRIL 2009

DESTINATION UPDATE

Japan lifts travel ban - Vic Falls leads the way

 Vic Falls holds on to cholera-clear status

 Air Zim safety record soars

 Read full details on the Victoria Falls destination update here...


25th April 2009

The Victoria Falls Marathon

Victoria Falls Marathon is a high profile international marathon and half marathon taking place on the 23rd August 2009.  This event is said to be one of the most thrilling races on the continent

Read full details on the Victoria falls marathon here..


25th March 2009

Tourism should commit to sustainable use of wildlife in run-up to 2010 World Cup

Victoria Falls Reporter

The tourism industry should commit itself to the sustainable use of wildlife and animals in the run-up to the 2010 World Cup showcase, the managing director of Shearwater Adventures, Mrs Barbara Murasiranwa, has said.
Speaking at the launch of the company's 'Go green' campaign in the resort, she said:
“We are positioning ourselves for 2010 at the same time trying to bring back the green in our game reserve. Some of the green had been taken away by our wild animals and it's just good to plant more trees so that the reserve is always attractive both to the tourists and the animals. It's all in the name of reassuring the next generation of animals and humans of trees.”

More than 76 agents from tourism companies in Victoria Falls took part in the launch with each planting a tree at Shearwater's Victoria Falls private game reserve.

The campaign is aimed at advocating for the sustainable use of wildlife in tourism and acknowledges its contribution to economic growth.
The launch comes in the wake of increased poaching of wood, sand and animals resulting in soil erosion, formation of gulleys and extinction of wild animals.

Elephants that are a common sight to tourists doing game drives brought down most of the trees in the reserve.
The reserve is home to an array of wild animals that include the rhino, buffalo, lion and cheetah.


Victoria Falls News Updates 19th March 2009

Today’s  birthday celebrity in the famous Scottish explorer David Livingstone (1813 – 1873)

 He spent years wandering around Africa searching for the source of the Nile which sadly he didn’t find. He did however find the “Victoria Falls”, and was found by Stanley who greeted him with the immortal words, “Doctor Livingstone, I presume.” Well spotted, Stanley! I don’t think he got out a lot!


Victoria Falls News Updates 16th March 2009

FIRE DANCING & DRUMMING LESSONS

Tuesdays & Thursdays 17:00 – 18:30 at Shoestrings Backpackers Lodge.

Teaching you is a group of very talented local artists who will give very patient personal attention and coach you through all the moves. Each person will be given a fantastic hand crafted African Djembe Drum to play, and a set of Practice Fire Poi between every two or three people to start.

U$5 per person. Price includes equipment hire & one soft drink of your choice.


Victoria Falls News Updates 12th March 2009

Parks releases 2009 Falls Lunar Rainbow Tour dates

A surreal and magical night experience awaits visitors who plan their Victoria Falls trips to coincide with the full moon. For three nights each month (one on either side of the actual full moon date), the Rainforest is open for a dramatic lunar rainbow – a rare natural phenomenon (also known as a moonbow or lunar bow or white rainbow) produced by the moon rather than the sun (a solar rainbow).

Below are the dates on which the Victoria Falls National Park is open for lunar rainbow tours, which are conducted by a guide. Entrance on these nights is USD30 per person.

ZIMBABWE PARKS AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
“In harmony with Nature”
Lunar Rainbow Tours/Moonlight viewing days for the Rainforest 2009

Jan 10, 11, 12
Feb 8, 9, 10
Mar 10, 11, 12
Apr 8, 9, 10
May 8, 9, 10
June 6, 7, 8
July 6, 7, 8
Aug 5, 6, 7
Sep 3, 4, 5
Oct 3, 4, 5
Nov 1, 2 ,3
Dec a) 1, 2, 3 b) 30, 31 , and 01 Jan 2010



Victoria Falls News Updates 25 Feb 2009

About the Shearwater Lions

Shearwater started operating lion walks at Victoria Falls in September 2005. The well being of the lions in our care is a primary concern of the Shearwater team.

In recent times there has been considerable discussion and debate regarding the use of lions in the tourism industry and in particular relating to the canned hunting industry. In view of this Shearwater would like to make their position clear to our valued agents and clients.

Read more about shearwater lions


Victoria Falls News Updates 24 Feb 2009

A Word of Warning

A word of warning to those visiting Victoria Falls by car or motor home.

The Vic Falls Police has been issued with a speedometer and uses it with enthusiasm almost daily. In the four days we stayed at the Falls not only were we stopped ourselves (doing 74kph on the Hwange Road, just outside town, where apparently there is a 60kph speed limit), and fined Zim$200, we were told the same story by several other people including a taxi driver.

Vic Falls must be one of the few African towns where taxi drivers respect the 40kph city center speed limit and make you wear your seatbelt!


Victoria Falls News Updates 24 Feb 2009

Fuel for sale in Vic Falls

ZX Fuels has petrol and diesel for sale in Vic FallsPump Price - Petrol US$ 1.15 and Diesel US$ 1.00

ZX FuelsPhone 263-13-41912 or in the Falls - 41912


Victoria Falls News Updates 22 Feb 2009

No Cholera in Victoria Falls

The cholera situation in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, remains unchanged, with no cases reported to date.

The WHO Zimbabwe daily cholera update of 27 January 2009 indicates that while cases have been reported in Lupane and Binga, the Victoria Falls district remains clear so far. This status has given the Victoria Falls community the opportunity to heighten the district’s awareness and readiness to prevent and treat the disease should it occur.

In mid-January a team led by Dr Mutasa of the Victoria Falls Hospital undertook a round trip within the district, visiting 14 points and satellite health centers, with the aim of assessing the knowledge of clinic staff and building awareness capacity.Dr Mutasa described the trip as very productive and adds, “We generally noted a fair level of knowledge by all the clinics on cholera. By the end of our visit they were able to describe what cholera is, how it presents, how to prevent it and treat it”.At each of these stops, the team left educational materials for display and distribution, as well as intravenous fluids should they encounter a case.

Meanwhile, various Gotovictoriafalls Champions are weighing in to support the cause. The Africa Albida Tourism (AAT)Group, which runs the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, Lokuthula Lodges and The Boma continues to contribute towards the purchase of water purification chemicals, and is providing accommodation for the medical officer leading the cholera efforts.

Other champions who have chipped in include tour operator A&K, Mapopoma Cruises and Wilderness Safaris.

From GoToVictoriaFalls


Victoria Falls News 22 January 2009

Fund raising for Hwange Conservation Society

World-renowned wildlife artist Larry Norton has teamed up with the Hwange Conservation Society to raise money for Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe. The park is desperately struggling as a result of the political and economic chaos in the country.

Between now and March 2009 Larry is offering prints and inviting bids on some original oil paintings. Ten percent of the proceeds from this appeal will go directly to the Society.

Please click this link for more details and to view a brochure of all the wildlife paintings and drawing available.

Please direct any bids or enquiries to sara@larrynorton.co.za or contact us and we will be delighted to pass on any information.

Please also view these websites www.larrynorton.co.za and www.hwangecons.org.uk


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11th Nov 09

Backpackers Bazaar Newsletter

10th Nov 09

Stanley Found Livingstone-10th Nov 1871

19th Oct 09

Operation Protect the rhino babies

19th Oct 09

Change to Visa Requirements Into Zimbabwe

1st Oct 09

Cash Machines in Vic Falls

25th Aug 09

ZRP'S Pasipamire wins Vic Falls Marathon

24th Aug 09

Curio carvers, vendors get accreditation

21st July 09

Rafting goes to Low Water Run

20th June 09

Vic Falls Heritage Status Threatened

19th June 09

Noise fear for Elephants

29th May 09

Victoria Falls Anti Poaching Unit

22nd May 09

Elephants in Victoria Falls Town Centre......

12th May 09

A Lunar Rainbow....

6th May 09

The Story of Damiano the elephant..

27th April 09

Destination Update...

25th April 09

The Victoria Falls Marathon...

 25th March 09

Tourism should commit to sustainable use of wildlife in run-up to 2010 World Cup...

19th March 09

Birthday of the famous Scottish explorer David Livingstone....

16th March 09

Fire Dancing and Drumming Lessons....

12th March 09

National Parks releases 2009 Falls Lunar Rainbow dates...

25 February 09

About Shearwater's Lions...

24th February 09

A Word of Warning...

24th February 09

Fuel for sale in Vic Falls..

22 February 09

No Cholera in Victoria Falls...

22 January 09

Fund Raising for Hwange Conservation Society


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