Victoria Falls Helicopter Tour: 15 or 25 Minutes Over the Falls

See Victoria Falls from all angles in one flight, not from the ground.

A helicopter tour over Victoria Falls starting with hotel pickup and takeoff from Kazangula airstrip. Fly 15 minutes over the falls and Batoka Gorge, or choose the 25-minute game flight that extends over Zambezi National Park to spot elephants, hippos, crocodiles and other wildlife from the air. The flight includes views of the falls from both left and right as the helicopter banks over the water, then returns to your lodge.

Options for this experience

2 options

From US$ 180 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Scenic helicopter flight lasting 15 minutes 19 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 17:00 Guide in English Pickup is included

Game flight 19 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 17:00 Guide in English 25-minute game flight: You will be able to see the Zambezi River cutting through the Batoka Gorge as it moves between steep cliffs, and enjoy pickup included

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Step-by-step itinerary

Helicopter flight over Victoria Falls

• Pickup from hotel in Victoria Falls
• Take off from Kazangula helipad
• Fly over Victoria Falls and Zambezi River
• View Batoka Gorge from the air
• Fly over long island towards Zambezi National Park
• Spot wildlife from helicopter
• Return to helipad
• Drop off at lodge

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off within Victoria Falls.
• helicopter flight over Victoria Falls and Batoka Gorge.
• views of the falls from both sides as the helicopter banks over the water.
• on the game flight, a flight over Zambezi National Park with wildlife viewing opportunities.

Times

• Every day 08:00 08:30 09:00 09:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:30 13:00 13:30 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:30 16:00 16:30 17:00

Before you book

Group Up to 7 3 private ›

Live guide English Another language? ›

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

Book up to Start time

Ages Adult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4): free

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Wheelchair accessible Accessible transport Stroller-friendly Public transport nearby Infants must sit on laps

Operated by Mjair Helicopters

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The experience

The flight departs from Kazangula airstrip along the Victoria Falls to Kazangula highway. You choose between two options: a 15-minute scenic flight focused on the falls and gorge, or a 25-minute game flight that continues upstream over Zambezi National Park. Both routes follow the Zambezi River as it carves through the Batoka Gorge's steep cliffs, giving you views of the falls from multiple angles as the helicopter banks left and right over the water.

On the game flight, you'll fly over a long island on the upper Zambezi and into Zambezi National Park, where you can watch for elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, giraffes and kudus from your window. The scenic flight keeps you over the falls and gorge for the full 15 minutes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the total time, including transfers, is around an hour.

Park fees ($15 per person on the scenic flight, depending on the option on the game flight) and a fuel levy ($22, also depending on the option) are paid directly at check-in. The helicopter is wheelchair accessible, and infants can ride on an adult's lap. All areas of the airstrip and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): 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.

What's the difference between the 15-minute scenic flight and the 25-minute game flight?

The 15-minute scenic flight covers Victoria Falls and the Batoka Gorge along the Zambezi River. The 25-minute game flight includes all of that, then continues upstream over Zambezi National Park, where you can spot wildlife like elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, giraffes and kudus from the air.

Does the helicopter tour include hotel pickup?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off within Victoria Falls are included in the tour price. You'll be collected from your lodge and returned there after the flight.

What will I see flying over Batoka Gorge?

Batoka Gorge is where the Zambezi River carves a dramatic path through steep cliffs as it flows away from Victoria Falls. From the helicopter, you'll see the river winding through the canyon walls as you fly downriver on both the scenic and game flight options.

Are there extra costs beyond the tour price?

Park fees ($15 per person on the scenic flight) and a fuel levy ($22) are paid directly at check-in on the day of your flight, depending on which option you book.