Victoria Falls Helicopter Flight: Aerial Gorge & Bridge View

Watch the falls and gorge unfold from directly above

A 15-minute helicopter flight over Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe gives you an aerial perspective of the falls themselves, the Batoka Gorge where rafting happens, the Victoria Falls Bridge spanning the border, and the Zambezi River with its islands below. A live English-speaking guide is included, along with hotel pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle to the departure point.

The experience

The helicopter takes off and climbs to show you the full scale of Victoria Falls from above: a view no ground-level vantage point can match. You'll see the shape of the Batoka Gorge carved into the landscape, the famous bridge connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia, and the Mighty Zambezi River winding through its islands. The flight is short enough to fit into a morning or afternoon without eating your whole day, yet long enough to circle the major landmarks and take photographs from multiple angles.

An air-conditioned vehicle picks you up from your hotel and brings you to the departure point. A live guide in English narrates the flight and points out the animals and viewing points visible from above. The helicopter does the work. You sit, look, and photograph.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle for pickup and transport to the departure point.
• live English-speaking guide on the flight.
• 15-minute helicopter flight over Victoria Falls, the Batoka Gorge, Victoria Falls Bridge and the Zambezi River.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:00

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AgesAdult (21 to 39 years) · Senior (40 to 95 years) · Youth (12 to 20 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 5

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 36 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by Zambezi Expedition

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a quick aerial overview of the falls and the surrounding landmarks without committing a full day to sightseeing: the 15-minute flight fits easily into a morning or afternoon schedule, and the guide handles the narration so you focus on the view and your camera.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 20 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the helicopter flight over Victoria Falls?

The flight lasts 15 minutes in the air, giving you time to see the falls, the Batoka Gorge, the Victoria Falls Bridge and the Zambezi River from above without a lengthy time commitment.

What will I see on the helicopter flight?

You'll see Victoria Falls from directly overhead, the Batoka Gorge where the river has carved through the landscape, the Victoria Falls Bridge between Zimbabwe and Zambia, and the Zambezi River with its surrounding islands.

Is pickup from my hotel included?

Yes, pickup is included. An air-conditioned vehicle will collect you from your hotel and transport you to the helicopter departure point.

Will there be a guide on the flight?

A live guide who speaks English flies with you and narrates the flight, pointing out landmarks and wildlife visible from above.

Can I bring a wheelchair or stroller on this flight?

The helicopter itself is not wheelchair accessible, but all ground-level areas, surfaces and transportation options are wheelchair accessible, and specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with small children.