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personal sunset cruise for family of 10

Hi there

There are 10 of us coming to Vic Falls at the end of this month. Is it possible to organise/charter a private sunset cruise? If so, could it include dinner or just sundowners and what would the price be?

Thanks and regards

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Victoria Falls and area in April

I will be in South Africa in April and am considering extending my trip to other areas in Southern Africa. I was thinking of spending a few days in Victoria Falls and possibly other areas as well like Chobe. I understand the water level is an issue at that time and there are certain things I won't be able to access. In 3 or 4 days in April, what would you recommend I do? I like to see as much as possible by foot and am into adventurous activities, but would definitely not want to miss anything great that must be traveled by car, boat, etc. Thanks!

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Weight limits on microlight flights?

by Sue
(Taylor)

Is it possible for someone whose weight is 105kg to take a microlight flight?

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Weight restrictions on Victoria Falls helicopter rides

Hello. Is there a weight limit on helicopter rides?

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Victoria Falls Photographic Rainbow Tour -- Level of Walking Difficulty

by Shawn
(USA)

How much walking is involved in the photographic rainbow tour and what is the level of difficulty?

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Age Restrictions

by Shana
(Israel)

We are planning on traveling to Victoria Falls with our children. Our youngest child will be 6 at the time. Are there any activities that are appropriate for him? What are the age restrictions on the various activities you have listed...

Thank you,
Shana Eisenberg

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Helicopter Trips Over Victoria Falls

by Lyndon
(Spain)

My wife & I are visiting the Victoria Falls 5Dec2016 & we would like to incorporate a Helicopter Trip into our Itinerary, possibly in the Afternoon or the following Morning. Can you recommend a trip & give us some indication of the cost & how we would have to Pay i.e. Cash or Card?

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Flow rate of Victoria Falls

by Udi

We've heard that the 2016 winter was a dry season. What is the affect on the falls? Shall we come this year or next, in respect to the water level and quantity in the falls.

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drought?

Hi--My husband and I lived in Zambia in 1967-68. With petrol rationing, we weren't able to get out of Lusaka much and see the rest of the country then, but we did get to Victoria Falls in April 1968, when the river was at full flood, and it's one of my best memories ever!

We're going to visit again May 14, staying at the Royal Livingstone, and have been trying to figure out how best to see the Zimbabwe side, do the rain forest walk again, etc. We've just read a New York Times article saying that Zambia is having a severe drought, and the rains have been very late and too little; photos included show the Zambezi with very little water in it.

We've signed up for the PM train bridge/dinner run for the 14th, and I asked in email about the guided walking tour they offer for earlier in the day and was told there's so much spray at this time of year you can't actually see the falls on the Zim side and we should probably just stick to the Zam side. I see that their office is in Johannesburg, whereas you are right at the falls. Which is true--is the river in full flood or have climate change and "an El Niño weather pattern that has brought the worst drought in decades to parts of Africa" reduced it to a trickle?

Either way, we still want to see both sides of the falls--and since we won't have a car we will need to arrange at least transport to your side (we understand that the Royal Livingstone is inside the park on the Zambian side). My husband emailed the hotel asking about seeing the Zimbabwe side and heard back from a safari company, but their website (unlike yours) has many non-working links, and we gave up trying to deduce what to do in it. Help me, Obi-Wan! What is the river doing? How should we see it? Do you advise guided tour(s) or just transfer? Sorry to be so wordy!

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Livingstone to Vic Falls day trip

Booked accommodation over in Livingstone and want to experience VF from Zimbabwe - what is the best option? Walking, taxi or a bus? Please advise.

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water level

What is the prospects of a normal water flow at the falls for May 2016 .. is it currently Feb 2016 lower than normal

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Excessive High Prices for Activities?

by Sonia
(South Africa)

Why are activities so high? It seems that all operators have fixed a price and there is no free market on pricing. Insuring the highest possible price. I effect pricing is higher than 4-5 star accomodation. Is there no one prepared to give half decent pricing and break the price fixing? The highest bungee jump in the world is half the price. It doesn't make any sense. To hike - with your own two feet.......USD65.00???
Can someone advise why prices are so excessive?

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Baobab booking

by Stuart
(York)

I am thinking of booking some activities at VF with afrizim/baobab
Does anyone know how reputable they are?

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Bungee Jumping Procedures

by Kate
(Minnesota, USA)

I will have my passport and camera with me when I arrive on the bridge to bungee jump. Where can I keep the passport and camera while jumping? Is there safe storage somewhere?

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Activities - Victoria Falls

by Linda Icely
(Johannesburg)

My daughter and I are visiting Vic Falls, unfortunately for only 3 days. I have to decide on activities and need some clarity.

The time of year will determine the amount of water in the Zambezi, thus is the beginning of July a good time to do white water rafting? What is the difference between white water rafting - high water and low water? I want an adrenalin kick with the rafting, which means rapids etc.

If water isn't good for white water rafting, would you recommend full day upper Zambezi canoeing? Is this quite tame and peaceful or is there a component of 'adrenalin kick' in this?

Is it possible to walk on the bridge (and underneath) without 'supervision' ie without being on a tour/guided?

Is it possible to view the Falls on one's own ie without being on a tour/guided?

Are the prices for activities the same if I pre-book before I get to Vic Falls, compared to when I'm already there? In both instances, which ever option is the most economical, I will be paying with a credit card in Rands.

I do apologies for all the questions but time and finances have to be carefully considered.
Kind regards,
Linda Icely
icely@iafrica.com

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VICTORIA FALLS TRAM ACTIVITY

by Maria
(SA)

Hi, we are going to Vic Falls in a few weeks and going to do the tram trip and is it "wheel chair friendly". My husband is using a mobility scooter/shoprider to get along, because he can't walk far and I mean not far. Are there a lot of walking for this activity and if so, will he be able to take his scooter on the tram or are there other options available.

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Visiting Vicfalls with children

by Irvin Mpofu
(Sheffield, England)

Hi

I am going to be visiting Vic falls with my girlfriend and two child 4 year old and a 5 month baby. We obviously want to do everything together if possible. What kind of activities are available and is there any special offers for accommodation and activities around 14th, 15th , 16th May 2014?

Cheers

Irvin M

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Victoria Falls activities

by ben forest
(tel aviv israel)

Hello

I will arrive to Victoria falls mid September
I thought of spending 1 full day exploring the falls and the next day canoe activity , ( total of 3 nights , first night arriving late afternoon):

1. Is it possible on the 1st day to go to both sides of the falls : zimbabue and Zambia ?
2. Would you send me a suggested information on accommodation , activities and answer to the above question ?


Regards

Ben

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vic falls helicopter flights

by heather
(united kingdom)

Can we pay for helicopter flight over vic falls with south African rand and can we book flight from vic falls hotel

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Vic Falls nature sanctuary Visit

by Nancy
(Dallas, Tx)

Is it possible to visit the sanctuary? We have free afternoon in Victoria Falls and would love to go. Prices hours open?
Thanks so much!

Hi Nancy

Yes it is possible to visit the sanctuary and by this I am presuming you mean the Spencers Creek Nature Sanctuary, which is the crocodile farm.

Tours can be arranged that collect you and drop you from your hotel and give you a guided tour around the farm. These cost $25 per person, it is best to go around the feeding time which is 10.15 to 10.30am or 15.45 to 16.00pm. The farm is open from 8am to 5pm daily. I would just like to point out that "Nature sanctuary" might be a slightly misleading term. It is a good crocodlile farm if crocodiles are what you want to see, but don't go there to see any other animals.

If you want to book this or need any help with other activities, please send us an email to info@victoriafalls-guide.net

Regards Tony

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microflight in victoria falls

if i stay at victoria falls hotel how much and how hard will it be to do the microflight over the falls?

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boma dinner with etertinment

which is better for a dinner with entertainmet the boma dinner at victoria falls hotel or the boma dinner at victoria safari lodge. we love african dancers, music ad native dress

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Is there good hiking near Victoria Falls?

by Caroline
(Johannesburg)

Hi. My partner and I are thinking about a one week trip to Victoria Falls at the end of March. We like to be active on our holidays - we're not really into extreme sports, but we love to hike, cycle, kayak, etc. I've seen the cycle tour on your site, which looks great, and I know we can do kayak tours (though they get pretty expensive for multi-day tours). Do you have recommendations for what else we can do in the area to fill up our week, with an emphasis on being active? Hiking is ideal, but other ideas are welcome. We're less interested in sitting still on boats, or in safaris (we live in South Africa, so get plenty of that here.) Thanks so much!

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Bonisair Helicopters

by Bjarne Hansen
(Germany)

Do you have any information on Bonisair Helicopters? I can not find much, and nothing in your guide I bought.

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Booking activities in advance

Hi Boo and Tony
We are coming to Vic Falls from 7th - 10th Dec and a friend put us onto your website. She did recommend that we book ahead for activities. Is this advisable or do you think we can book when we arrive?
Things that our group are interested in are:
- Bridge swing
- Helicopter ride
- Riding the elephants
- Boma dinner
- Sunset cruise and dinner
I look forward to your reply
Regards
Di Darwin (ex Zim living in Aussie now)

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What kind of helicopters do you fly?

by Philip Wood
(Putnam CT USA)

What kind of helicopters do you fly?
I was on a flight with your company this past august.
Wonderful views.

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victoria falls game reserve

by valerie hackett
(florida usa)

Is it possible to arrange game drive in this reserve if staying at Royal Livingstone in Zambia thank you. Valerie hackett

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What can I do in Victoria Falls

by Paddy
(Abu Dhabi)

Hi,

We are a group of 7 adults and 5 children. we are planning to come to Vic Falls on 14 Dec from Joberg. Our flight reaches around 12.30 noon. We plan to leave on 15 Dec at 1.45 pm to Kruger. What activities do you suggest on both days. We do not want to do bungee jumping and canoing. Is there adequate time for all activities? What is the appx. cost for the activities? We will be on the Zambian side.

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Overnight trip to Chobe from Livingstone/Victoria Falls

Can someone please recommend a company that offers a 2 day 1 night trip to Chobe from Livingstone or Victoria Falls? Thankyou

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Ultralight Flights Victoria Falls

by William
(UK)

I am very interested in photographing the Falls from an Ultralight (not a Microlight in which you can not take a camera). I understand that Ultralight flights over the Falls were suspended 16th June 2007 by the CAAZ. Can you please confirm that they are still suspended. If they are can you say if there are any light aircraft available in which the window can be opened to take photographs. (Trying to avoid helicopters as I might be placed in the middle.)

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RECOMENDED ITINARY FOR SHORT VISIT (2 NIGHTS)

Hi
JUST GOT YOUR E BOOK - PRESSED FOR TIME SO WOULD LIKE SOME HELP:

Arrive and depart livingstone about 13:00. (september)
plan 2 nights in livingston.

Interested in falls (zim & zam), rain forest perhaps cruise on river (hippos/crocs) and any other wild life/nature could fit in.

COuld spend 3;rd night but that means losing out further on trip.

not interested in bungee/rafting etc.

Thanks
Jeffrey

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Cannot get a proper response from Wild Horizons

by Nicky Moate
(UK)

I have emailed wild Horizons 4 or 5 times to book a tour with them and I have even called them twice from the UK. They have assured me they have answered my email but I have not recieved there email. I am reluctant to continue to call them but I really want to go on the trip. has anyone got a sure fire way of getting in contact and getting a response. i have tried through thier web site on the enquiry facility and I have emailed separately 3 4 times. Would be very grateful for any assistance.

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Rates for children

Hi,
Like to come and visit with my son - 10 years old. What rates on the activities will he have to pay? Any discount on the activities for minors please?

Regards
Fanie

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Activities at Victoria Falls

by Sadie
(Canada)

My friend traveled to Victoria falls a few years ago and was able to go hang-gliding over the falls. Is that still available? I couldn't find it on the site...

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bungy jumping

how much does it cost to go bungy jumping?

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How 2 fit everything in less than 2 days?

by David
(Malta)

We will be in Vic Falls in April 2011. We arrive on 20th Apr in Livingstone airport at 11.45. Does this itinerary make sense?

Day 1 - at around 14.00/15.00 visit falls (no guide) and later do the sunset tour.

Day 2 - Helicopter tour - what time is best for this? How much time does it actually take apart from the 15 min ride? Is there normally a long queue? And is it walkable from the Amadeus Garden Lodge?
Market - we are very much interested in buying souveniers (lots). What time of day is best to visit and is it far away? We read that we should bring clothes to trade. Is this true?
Cultural village - we would like to visit a local village. How long does this normally take and at what time is the tour?

Are these 3 doable in 1 day? We were also considering the walk with lions but we don't think we have time.

Thanks
David

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Balloon Over the Falls

by Rob Lowson
(roblowson@wol.co.za)

What happened to the big balloon that used to be tethered on the Zim side that went up and down with tourists I cant remember what it cost - does it still operate and how much.

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Walk with Lions

by Fred
(New York)

I can arrange for this tour privately or thru my group tour. I am concerned that the group which can involve 20 people will be paired with one group of cubs. Is this correct or is the group split up into several smaller groups. All of the individuals will go at the same time to the facility.

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Cost of Activities

by zarina
(South Africa)

as a south african
how much does it cost in south african rands to enter the vic falls
do i incur more cost to walk behind the falls
do i pay for the use of the rain jackets
what other costs if any will i incur whilst i am in at the falls
what activities are at the falls itself, ie like walking in the spray etc
is the vic falls in a reserve where i can spend all day
what about the ferry ride in the area

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Which activities are in which country?

We are trying to decide which side to stay in based on where the activities are (for convenience and cost of visas).
You recommend Shearwater and Wild Horizons. Can you tell me which side their elephant safari and zip lines are on? Thank you.

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Walking with Lions

How do I know these lions are not being raised for Canned Hunting?

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Horse Back Safari in Livingstone

by Suzanne

I will be staying in Livingstone next weekend and would like to do a horseback safari. Do you pick up from the Zambian side of the Falls?
Thank you
Suzanne Street

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Rafting ?

by Vic Authers
(Perth Australia)

We are visiting in April 2010 and will be keen to jump on one of your rafts (6 people) ages as follows 11, 13 x2, 16 and 2 adults. I am sure there will be an age limit but hope you can accommodate us as a group.
Vic.

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Helicopter window seat

How can I be sure of securing a window seat on "flight of angels"?

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Walking with Lions

by Deirdre
(U.K)

Could you tell me if the Walking with Lions Tour is in Zimbabwe or Zambia?. I need to know so that I can get a Zimbabwe visa with Single or Multiple Entry. Thanks.

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Walking with the lions

by Tamara
(Toronto )

Hi,

My name is Tamara and I’m fascinated with all the treasures that we have on our beloved Mother Earth 🙏🏼

My husband and I are fascinated by lions and elephants and I was wondering if you have and recommendation which is the best time to book for our trip plus if you have recommendations for a travel agencies

Can’t wait to plan our trip

Thanks
Tamara

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San village?

by Christina

Is there an opportunity to visit a San Village? I realize that most of the population resides in the Kalahari but wondered if any communities existed near the Victoria Falls area (within 2 hours drive)

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Weight for helicopter flight

What is the maximum weight for the helicopter flight above Victoria Falls?

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Tour from Zambia

by Agatha
(Zambia)

I will be travelling to Livingstone some time in November. I would like to visit the Zimbabwean side of the falls (day trip) including lunch at the Lookout Cafe. Do you have packages with hotel pickup from the Zambian side (Avani/ Royal)?

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Weight Restrictions for Helicopter Flight?

Is there a maximum weight limit for the helicopter flights?

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