Devil's Pool Livingstone: Swim at the edge

Swim at the edge where calm water meets the thunder of Victoria Falls

Devil's Pool and Angel's Pool Adventure is a 90-minute activity in Livingstone where you swim in pools perched at the rim of Victoria Falls during the dry season (August to December). A guide leads you to the pools and Livingstone Island for photos and the exhilarating experience of being steps from the falling water.

Step-by-step itinerary

Devil's Pool swimming and photos

• Swim in Devil's Pool
• Take photos at Devil's Pool

The experience

Devil's Pool sits just inches from the edge of Victoria Falls, and during the dry season the water is calm enough to swim in. You wade into the pool and float near the precipice with the roar of the falls around you. The vantage point is unmatched for photographs. The activity combines swimming with exploration of the nearby area, including Livingstone Island, which offers a scenic overlook of the waterfall itself.

The outing runs about 90 minutes and includes a live English-speaking guide plus hotel pickup. You'll need at least a moderate level of fitness to manage the terrain and the swim. All fees and taxes are covered in the price, so there are no hidden costs once you book.

What’s included

• All fees and taxes are covered.
• a live guide in English leads the activity.
• hotel pickup is included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 6 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effort

Operated by Henric Tours and Safaris

Is this one for you?The 90-minute time frame leaves room for other activities in your day, but plan to spend the morning or afternoon on this one since the dry season window (August to December) is the only safe time to swim.

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Top questions

When is it safe to swim in Devil's Pool?

Devil's Pool is safe to swim in during the dry season, which runs from August to December. Outside those months, water levels are too high and the current too strong.

How close to the waterfall edge does Devil's Pool actually get?

The pool sits just inches from the edge of Victoria Falls, so you can swim right up to the rim and feel the spray and hear the roar of the water dropping below.

What is Livingstone Island and do I visit it?

Livingstone Island is a scenic spot nearby that provides a perfect vantage point for viewing the waterfall. The tour combines swimming in Devil's Pool with a guided exploration of the surrounding area, which includes the island.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

You need at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The water in Devil's Pool is relatively calm during the dry season, but the terrain and the swim itself require some fitness to manage safely.