Victoria Falls Zambian Side: Guided Tour & Rainforest Walk

The Spray Hits You Before You See the Falls

You walk through Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park for two hours with chances to spot wildlife, then explore 16 viewpoints of the Victoria Falls' main cascade from the Zambian perspective. Hotel pickup, raincoats, umbrellas, and chilled water are included. The tour ends with a visit to a local arts center. Plan for getting soaked and bring a waterproof camera bag.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Mosi-oa-Tunya National Parkpass by
2. Victoria Falls2h

Victoria Falls guided tour and wildlife spotting

• Spot wildlife en route to Victoria Falls
• See velvet monkeys, baboons, and elephants
• Take two-hour Victoria Falls rainforest tour
• View 16 spectacular waterfall viewpoints
• Use raincoats and protect cameras
• Return via big tree and shopping stop

The experience

You step out of the air-conditioned vehicle and the mist finds you immediately, not a gentle mist, but the kind that soaks through a raincoat in minutes. That's your first clue that the Victoria Falls tour on the Zambian side is not a postcard experience. The two-hour walk through Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park takes you past velvet monkeys and baboons that barely glance at you, and if you're lucky, you'll spot elephants moving through the bush with that peculiar bouncing gait they have. The wildlife doesn't perform for tourists here. You're just walking through their space, and the falls are waiting at the end of it.

What makes the Zambian side different is the angle. You get 16 viewpoints, each one revealing a different piece of the 1.7-kilometer-wide waterfall: the longest in the world, and it shows. The spray is constant, the roar doesn't stop, and somewhere in that chaos of water and air you realize why this place made it onto the list of seven natural wonders. Raincoats and umbrellas are provided, though honestly they're more symbolic than practical. The real protection is the waterproof camera bag they suggest you bring. The tour company picks you up from your hotel or lodge in an air-conditioned vehicle with chilled water, drives you to the park entrance, and hands you over to the rainforest for two hours. After the walk, there's a stop at the arts and crafts center on the way back. A small touch that lets you pick up something without it feeling tacked on.

The whole thing moves at a pace that lets you actually look around instead of rushing between photo spots. You're not fighting crowds for the best angle because the Zambian side doesn't get the same volume as Zimbabwe's side. That means you can stand at one of those 16 viewpoints, let the spray soak you, and just listen to the water. The big tree near the lodge on the drive back is another small detail. You can see the spray from there too, which is the kind of thing a guide who knows the area actually points out instead of just checking boxes.

What’s included

• Hotel or lodge pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• one plastic bottle of water per person.
• raincoats and umbrellas for the rainforest walk.
• entry to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park.
• two-hour guided walk through the park with wildlife spotting.
• access to 16 viewpoints of Victoria Falls.
• visit to the local arts and crafts center.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Infant (under 6)

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by HSM Adventures Tours and Safaris

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see the Victoria Falls from the Zambian side without arranging your own transport, park entry, or timing: the guided walk and fixed stops handle all of that, and the smaller crowds on this side mean you actually get space to stand and look.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (6 to 11 years); Infant (under 6).

How long is the Victoria Falls tour on the Zambian side?

The rainforest walk itself takes about two hours, with additional time for hotel pickup, the drive to the park, and the arts center stop on the return.

What wildlife might I see on this tour?

Velvet monkeys and baboons are commonly spotted in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Elephants are sometimes seen, though wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

Is the tour suitable if I'm not very fit?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, though the rainforest walk involves walking on natural terrain and exposure to heavy spray.

What's included in the tour price?

Hotel or lodge pickup, air-conditioned vehicle transport, raincoats and umbrellas, one bottle of water per person, park entry fees, and a visit to the local arts and crafts center.

Do I need to bring anything special?

A waterproof camera bag or plastic bags to protect electronics are strongly recommended. Wear clothes that can get soaked, and consider bringing extra shoes or sandals.

Is there an extra charge if I'm staying outside Livingstone?

If you're staying outside Victoria Falls town in Zimbabwe, an additional $5 transportation fee applies, payable at pickup.

How many viewpoints are there?

The tour includes 16 viewpoints along the Zambian side, offering different perspectives of the 1.7-kilometer-wide main waterfall.

Can I visit the arts and crafts center without buying anything?

Yes, the stop at the local arts center is included in the tour. You can browse and purchase items if you choose, but there's no obligation.