Livingstone: Devil’s Pool swim with breakfast included

Summary

Swim at the edge of Victoria Falls & share breakfast on Livingstone Island

You’ll swim right up to the edge of Victoria Falls at Devil’s Pool on Livingstone Island, guided by locals who know every rock and current. Enjoy a hearty breakfast after your swim and soak up views most people only dream about — it’s an experience you’ll remember every time you hear rushing water again.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest, I almost chickened out when we reached the edge of Livingstone Island. The sound of Victoria Falls is so loud it kind of vibrates in your chest, and there’s this mist that makes everything feel a bit unreal. Our guide, Joseph, grinned and told us not to worry — “the rock ledge is stronger than it looks,” he said. I still hesitated before sliding into Devil’s Pool, but the water was warmer than I expected, swirling around my legs while the river just thundered past a few centimeters away. My heart was racing — in a good way, I think.

There’s this moment when you look over the lip and see nothing but air and spray below you. It’s hard to explain — part terror, part awe? Joseph laughed when I squeaked (not proud of that), then pointed out how the ledge keeps you safe. He even offered to take photos with my phone, which I’m grateful for now because my hands were shaking too much to hold it steady. Afterward, we sat down for breakfast right there on the island — eggs, toast, coffee that tasted extra strong after all that adrenaline. The sun came out just as we finished eating and everything smelled like wet stone and river weeds.

I didn’t expect to feel so calm after swimming in Devil’s Pool. Maybe it was relief or maybe just being surrounded by all that wild water — either way, I caught myself smiling for no reason as we dried off. There were a couple of families with kids in strollers (never thought this would be wheelchair accessible!), chatting quietly while guides helped them across the rocks. It felt strangely communal for such an intense place. Even now, sometimes when I hear running water back home, I remember how close we got to the edge — and how safe it actually felt with Joseph there.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Devil's Pool Experience

• Breakfast and swim at Devil's Pool

Top questions

Is breakfast included in the Devil's Pool tour?

Yes, breakfast is included during your visit to Livingstone Island and Devil's Pool.

Is Devil's Pool wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options and all areas are wheelchair accessible.

Can infants join the Devil's Pool tour?

Yes, infants can join; they must sit on an adult's lap or use specialized infant seats.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed during the experience.

How do you get to Devil's Pool from Livingstone?

The tour includes access from Livingstone to Livingstone Island where Devil's Pool is located.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the departure point.

What’s included

Your morning includes pickup options from nearby transport links if needed, guided swimming in Devil’s Pool with safety support from local guides, plus a full breakfast served right on Livingstone Island before heading back toward town.