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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Zimbabwe

44 tours  ·  from $24 a head

Everything with a guide, a boat, an aircraft or a game vehicle attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Victoria Falls: Helicopter Tour with Hotel Pickup - Hotel pickup in Victoria Falls
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Victoria Falls: Helicopter Tour with Hotel Pickup

1.Helicopter Tour with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 371 reviews · 12 - 25 minutes · from $180Our pick

You’ll fly from Victoria Falls over the falls, upper Zambezi River, Batoka Gorge, and, on the 25-minute option, Zambezi National Park. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and headsets are included. English-speaking staff handle the briefing, while drivers such as Angel and guides such as Vitalis have been praised for clear, friendly service. Bring only essentials, since large bags are not allowed.

“It was amazing flight, about 17 min. We have seen VF and national park. He flight twice around the VF and then showed us many animals, like elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos and crocodiles. Highly recommend!”

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Zimbabwe & Zambia: Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides - The Zambian side adds a different angle and more spray
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Zimbabwe & Zambia: Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides

2.Zimbabwe & Zambia: Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 263 reviews · 6 hours · from $63

Travel from Livingstone or Victoria Falls with a small group of up to seven. Guides such as Thuba, Mike, Delphister, and Shelton lead you across both national viewpoints, help with border formalities, explain the Falls, and pause for photos, misty walks, and market shopping.

“From pickup to the full tour of Victoria Falls on both sides, starting on the Zambia side and then heading over to Zimbabwe, everything was perfectly organised and super smooth. Our guides Thuba and Mike were fantastic. They shared loads of interesting history about the falls and were always happy to answer questions. Really friendly guys and made the whole experience even better. Would absolutely recommend this tour!”

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From Victoria Falls: Livingstone Island Tour & Devils Pool - From Victoria Falls to the Zambian border
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From Victoria Falls: Livingstone Island Tour & Devils Pool

3.Livingstone Island Tour & Devils Pool

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 235 reviews · 3 hours · from $230

Travel from Victoria Falls to Zambia’s Livingstone Island for a safety-led visit to Devil’s Pool or another seasonal pool. Guides such as Steven and Tim help with the swim and photos, while Kelvin and other staff capture the big moments. The three-hour trip includes transport by boat, island walks, and breakfast.

“We had an excellent morning at Devil’s Pool. The guides were excellent and very safety minded. They took lots of great pictures with our phones and just the right angles. The breakfast after was a nice touch. We are very glad we did this activity.”

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Victoria Falls Scenic Day Tour with Lunch & Helicopter Tour - Starting with the 16 viewpoints in the rainforest
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Victoria Falls Scenic Day Tour with Lunch & Helicopter Tour

4.Victoria Falls Scenic Day Tour with Lunch & Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 188 reviews · 6 hours · from $265

Start with hotel pickup in Victoria Falls, then walk all 16 Victoria Falls Rainforest Park viewpoints with an English-speaking guide such as Jacob or Moreblessings. A 13 to 15-minute helicopter flight follows, along with a one-course lunch at Lookout Café or Baines Restaurant. Extra park and helicopter taxes apply.

“it was very well organised. the guide was very informative and helpful. the trip was really great. definitely worth doing. the view at restaurant was beautiful and the food was great.”

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Zimbabwe & Zambia: Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides - The Zambian side adds a different angle and more spray
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Zimbabwe & Zambia: Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides

5.Zimbabwe & Zambia: Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · from $70Top rated

Start at 8:30 a.m. with hotel pickup and visit Victoria Falls from Zimbabwe and Zambia in roughly five to six hours. Guides such as Shelton, Delphister, Prudence, and Simon have led past departures, helping with border crossings, photos, and the walking trails. Bring your passport, expect spray, and check visa costs before booking.

“Our guides Mike and Penolpe were excellent great knowledgeable and passion for the park. Drivers Mike and Sheldon were excellent.”

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Victoria Falls: Private Guided Tour of the Waterfalls - The Smoke That Thunders Is a Wet Experience
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Victoria Falls: Private Guided Tour of the Waterfalls

6.Private Guided Tour of the Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 132 reviews · 3 hours · from $25Best value

Explore Victoria Falls with an English-speaking guide such as Prudence, Thuba, Simon, or Langa. Your private three-hour walk covers the main viewpoints, the falls’ history, local wildlife, birds, and flora. Transport from Victoria Falls hotels, bottled water, and raincoats when needed are included. Park entry is extra, and you may get soaked.

“Guide was great, we asked for rainbows and Thuba delivered!”

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Livingstone Victoria Falls Tour Zambia And Zimbabwe Combo - Crossing into Zambia with help from Trevor and Brian
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Livingstone Victoria Falls Tour Zambia And Zimbabwe Combo

7.Livingstone Victoria Falls Tour Zambia And Zimbabwe Combo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · from $138

This guided Victoria Falls day trip takes you from Zimbabwe across to Zambia, with help from guides such as Trevor and Brian at the border. You’ll visit 16 viewpoints on the Zimbabwe side, explore the Zambian side, spend time in Livingstone, and tour the Livingstone Museum. Park fees, lunch, visas, and museum entry cost extra.

“Trevor and Brian were fantastic guides! They managed the logistics smoothly, were very knowledgeable, and went out of their way to help us plan the rest of our activities in Victoria Falls”

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Victoria Falls Canopy Tour (Zimbabwe) - Rope bridges and nature paths add more than zip lines
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Victoria Falls Canopy Tour (Zimbabwe)

8.Victoria Falls Canopy Tour (Zimbabwe)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 96 reviews · from $67

You’ll ride nine zip lines above the Zambezi River near Victoria Falls Bridge, with views toward the gorge, bridge, and falling spray. Guides such as Nacho, Sebastian, Andrew, and James have been praised for calm instruction and careful safety work. Expect short walks, a rope bridge, and a steep uphill section.

“Very safety conscious. First timer loved it. Staff great. Would recommend it. 9 ziplines made for an enjoyable experience.”

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Small-Group Devil's Pool and Livingstone Island Tour - Leaving Victoria Falls for Livingstone Island
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Small-Group Devil’s Pool and Livingstone Island Tour

9.Small-Group Devil’s Pool and Livingstone Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · from $199

Travel from Victoria Falls to Livingstone Island for a guided visit to Devil’s Pool, or Angel’s Pool when water levels are high. Expect a boat ride, a supervised walk over slippery rocks, photos at the waterfall’s edge, and a cooked breakfast, lunch, or high tea. Guides such as David and Phelp may assist in the pool.

“Laying on top of the falls for pictures. Breakfast at the end was very good. Guides are very patient and helpful.”

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Victoria Falls Guided Tour Zimbabwe & Zambia From Both Sides - Starting in Zimbabwe with hotel pickup
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Victoria Falls Guided Tour Zimbabwe & Zambia From Both Sides

10.Victoria Falls Guided Tour Zimbabwe & Zambia From Both Sides

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 79 reviews · 5 hours · from $80

Explore Victoria Falls from both countries in five hours with hotel transfers, a private English-speaking guide, and help at the border. Walk through the rainforest on Zimbabwe’s side, get closer to the spray in Zambia, and cross Victoria Falls Bridge for Batoka Gorge views. Bring your passport, park fees, visa costs, and waterproof clothing.

“Loved this! We visited both the Zimbabwean side of the falls with Jacob and then moved across the border where our lovely guide Michael showed us the Zambian side. Seeing both sides is a MUST so you can get closer up to the Falls and see the water going over. A day I will never forget!”

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Guided Tour of the Falls - The 8:00 am start is one of the tour’s best features
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Guided Tour of the Falls

11.Guided Tour of the Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 75 reviews · from $35

Walk Victoria Falls’ rainforest trail with a local guide such as Trevor, Wayne, or Bonani, stopping at 16 viewpoints before reaching the bridge. Hotel pickup, return transport, bottled water, and a Big Tree photo stop are included. Bring waterproof protection: the spray can soak you.

“Great excursion. Trever, our driver and tour guide, was great. At the end of the Victoria Falls beautifully planned part, he arranged our lunch in the Lookout restaurant, and Zip line jump for our kids. Perfect day all around!”

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From Victoria Falls: Chobe National Park Small Group Tour - Four hours in a Chobe 4x4
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From Victoria Falls: Chobe National Park Small Group Tour

12.Chobe National Park Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · from $200

Travel from Victoria Falls to Botswana for a Chobe River wildlife cruise and afternoon safari drive. Expect round-trip transfers, border assistance, tea, lunch, and guides such as Simon, Gift, or July. The group can reach 15 people, and the $200 price excludes the Chobe park entrance fee.

“Great day start to finish. During the morning game drive we rarely went more than a few minutes without amazing wildlife sightings. Many up close and personal! The lunch was a great buffet. And the afternoon boat cruise delivered endless woRead more”

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From Victoria Falls: Zimbabwe Traditional Village Tour

13.Zimbabwe Traditional Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · from $50

Travel from Victoria Falls to a rural Zimbabwean settlement for a 2.5-hour visit with a local family. See homes, kitchens, crops, customs, and daily work, then try selected tasks yourself. English-speaking hosts, a professional guide, transfers within Victoria Falls, and an air-conditioned vehicle are included. Bring a useful donation if you can.

“It was positively surprised that the presented village, or rather one familly property, was more honest than prepared for tourists.”

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Victoria Falls: Private Guided Tour of the Falls - Walking the viewpoints of Victoria Falls
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Victoria Falls: Private Guided Tour of the Falls

14.Private Guided Tour of the Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 44 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $43

Walk through Victoria Falls Rainforest with an English-speaking guide such as Panache or Thelma, stopping at viewpoints above the main cascade. Expect spray, rainbows, birds, monkeys, geology, history, and local wildlife. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but the $43 tour price does not cover the separate park entrance fee or waterproof gear.

“Jolie promenade bien balisée. Le guide n’était pas nécessaire.”

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Full Day White Water Rafting Tour - From pickup to the river
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Full Day White Water Rafting Tour

15.Full Day White Water Rafting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 8 hours · from $1,000

Maano Adventures takes you through roughly 23 km of the Zambezi, with up to 25 Class IV and V rapids, including Stairway to Heaven and The Washing Machine. Guides such as James and Enock lead the rafting, safety briefing, gorge hike, and river games. Transfers, lunch, drinks, and photos are included.

“Me and my friend did the full day rafting activity with Maano team and was great. We got picked up at our place, drove to the falls park entrance , got the guidance about the practicalities/safety and started to go down to the water. We got ready and embarked on a super cool adventure down the beautiful Zambezi river … exciting day, with many rapids that keep you busy and wet haha our draft flipped 2 times (which was fun) but we got helped and got out of the water quickly and safely. Lunch was nice with a lovely view, team knows what they are doing and they keep it…”

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Zimbabwe, by the day out

Pick a rim, a river or a park.

The falls

Guided Rim ToursDevil’s PoolThe BridgeHelicopter FlightsMicrolights

On the river

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On safari

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After dark

The BomaMoonlight SafarisDinner ExperiencesEvening ExperiencesVillage Visits