Town Tours
A full range of town tours....free falling, strolling, listening, watching, eating, shopping, experiencing...all in town
Like standing at the window of a sweet shop, so many tempting
choices.....
Zimbabwe town tours
The Bridge Tour is a wonderful experience for all ages and
contains aspects of theatre, history and adventure. It
includes a theatrical and entertaining presentation on the history
of the Bridge and the men who built it. Guests over 10 years
of age who don't have a fear of heights will have a rare
opportunity to walk along the catwalks used during the 1904
construction.
Retail Therapy
A daily tour designed for those enthusiastic shoppers on the
look out for bargains and keen to try their hand at the African
system of 'barter-trade'.
Tour of the Falls
This tour is best done in the morning or afternoon. En route,
you may be taken past the 'Big Tree' where you can stop
and take photos. The local guides have a deep knowledge of the
region's history plus the flora, fauna, birds and wildlife of the
rainforest.
Zambian Tour of the Falls
You are transferred from your Hotel in Victoria Falls, across
the border, and to the entrance of the Zambian Rain Forest. From
here, you will meet up with a Zambian Guide who will escort you
around the Falls sharing some facts and history along the way. You
will also be given the opportunity to do some curio shopping in the
adjacent open-air markets before returning to Zimbabwe.
Lunar Rainbow
The Lunar rainbow tour is conducted over a period of 3 days,
during full moon at the Victoria Falls. You will be accompanied
through the Rainforest by a qualified guide who will give a brief
history of the Falls themselves as well as other points of
interest. Raincoats are provided when needed.
Steam train tours
This tour highlights the historical and romantic aspects of this
fascinating era. This African Steam Safari will appeal to those who
want to see this part of the world for its beauty and history.
- The Bridge Run - Sundowners on the Victoria Falls Bridge - 11/2
hours
- Moonlight Dinner Run (Zimbabwe side only) - For an idyllic,
romantic interlude of wining and dining to the night calls of Wild
Africa.
The Boma - Place of Eating
This is not just another ethnic restaurant but a rather unique
cultural experience. Excellent cuisine, including a variety
of game meats and traditional Zimbabwean dishes, is accompanied by
entertainment throughout your meal from traditional dancers, the
Sangoma (story teller) and a local witchdoctor who is available for
fortune telling.
Chinotimba Township tour
The word Chinotimba describes the roar of the water from the
mighty Victoria Falls in the local Nambya language. The Nambya and
theTonga people are the original people of the Victoria Falls area.
The majority of people in Victoria Falls live in the Chinotimba
township, which has a population of approximately 60 000 people.
During this tour, guests will have an opportunity to observe
township-life - from the oldest houses to the taverns, the local
market and churches.
Home hosted lunch
Experience the true flavours of Victoria Falls with a "home
lunch". In Chinotimba High Density suburb, you will be hosted by a
local family in their residence and served a traditional African
home made lunch. (Minimum of 4 pax needed to guarantee
booking).
High tea at Victoria Falls Hotel
The hotel epitomizes the romance of grand travel, offering
guests total relaxation. The highlight is traditional high tea on
the Stanley terrace, which offers a spectacular view of The
Victoria Falls Bridge and The Batoka gorge.
Cycling tours
The Mosi-oa-Tunya Cycle, showcases the sights and sounds of
Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world and
the historic colonial Victoria Falls Hotel. Begin the
signature cycle from the iconic Victoria Falls Hotel (high tea can
be taken with this cycle as an optional extra)
The Sunrise Cycle departs at 7am (summer) and 7:30am (winter),
returning to the lodge at around 9:30am for a well-deserved
breakfast spread over looking the Falls.
The Sunset Cycle departs at 4pm (summer) and 3:30pm (winter),
returning to the lodge at around 6pm as the sun sinks below the
horizon.
Mists of Time
Join Russell Gammon and explore, not only the greatest waterfall
on earth, but also it's place in Africa's history. From the
earliest residents to the first European visitor- the building of
the hotel and the many colorful characters that passed this way
this in time. This is a fascinating slice ofAfrica's story that
will leave you with a deeper understanding of the continents Past,
Present and Future- set against the backdrop of one of the seven
natural wonders of the world.
Meet the People
You are taken to an authentic rural village approximately 20km
from Victoria Falls town where you are given the opportunity to
watch local villagers going about their daily tasks. The tour
allows you to see rural life first hand; visiting rural homes,
watching their fields being tended and possibly getting the chance
to help in some of the day-to-day chores.
Crocodile Ranch
The Sanctuary and Ranch offer clients a unique insight into the
Zambezi Crocodiles life and is also home to a variety of wild
animals including lion and leopard. In the hatching season, you may
even hold a baby crocodile, and as this is a commercial farm,
various Crocodile by-products are on display and for sale in the
form of gifts and souvenirs at the Ranch Gift Shop.
Day Trip of Livingstone
You are collected in the morning and driven to Zambia for a
guided Tour Of The Falls, and then the a visit to Chief Mukuni
Village and David Livingstone Museum. (One before and one after
lunch). Lunch will be at a Livingstone restaurant (excluding
drinks, which will need to be settled by you direct with the
restaurant). You are driven back to Zimbabwe/Zambia border later
that afternoon.
Spa treats
Pamper yourself at the end of an adrenalin filled day on the
Zambezi at the spa with a relaxing massage.
Zambian town Tours
Tour of the Falls
A path along the edge of the forest provides the visitor who is
prepared to brave the tremendous spray with an unparalleled series
of views of the Falls. One special vantage point is across the
Knife edge bridge, where visitors can have the finest view of the
Eastern Cataract and the MainFalls as well as the Boiling Pot where
the river turns and heads down the Batoka Gorge.
Different times of the year will provide completely different
experiences of the Falls region. Peak flood season is around March
and April and the full power of the falls can be experienced in all
its glory. As the floods abate the view of the falls gets better
and better through the year, but at it's lowest, around November
and December the Falls become little rivulets running over the edge
and in some places along the 1,7km width no water falls at all.
Please note: During this time, it is recommended guests
book a tour of the falls on the Zimbabwean side.
Lunar Rainbow
The Lunar rainbow tour is conducted over a period of 3 days,
during full moon at the Victoria Falls. You will be accompanied
through the Rainforest by a qualified Guide who will give a brief
history of the Falls themselves as well as other points of
interest.
Steam train tours
What better way to capture a legendary era than on a fully
refurbished train, viewing mystical Africa the way it would have
been done over one hundred years ago, in the comfort of an
authentic first class steam train.
- The Bridge Run - Sundowners on the Victoria Falls Bridge - 11/2
hours - A selection of light snacks, (local beers, wine, G&T's,
minerals, cordials), will be served by ever-attentive waiters.
Mukuni Village
Mukuni Village is home to the Leya people. You have the
opportunity to learn more about this interesting culture whilst
being shown around the village homes and Chief Mkuni's Palace, as
well as having the opportunity to try out their traditional food
and beer. This is a real village with a population of 5000.
Simonga Village
Simonga Village is home to approximately 3000 inhabitants - a
mixture of the Lozi and Tonga tribes. This village is quite
unique as it one of only three in the entire country of Zambia that
is ruled by a Headwoman, Inonge Imusho Samachila, who was chosen by
the Royal Family to rule in 1970, following the death of her
father, Imusho Samachila. Upon arrival, guests are escorted through
the village by a local resident, where they are introduced to the
daily activities of an African village.
Maramba Market
This is a large and colourful market that offers everything from
fresh home-grown produce, to second hand clothing, Traditional
African clothes, hand made pots and pans, live chickens, wire toys,
dried beans, hand crafted furniture and fresh roasted
peanuts.
Dambwa market
A trip to Dambwa market is a great way to give a local flavour
and an insight to how a lot of the local people of today buy and
sell goods such as traditional foodstuffs, basic house wares and
fabrics or even livestock etc. The tour lasts around 2 ½ hours
.
African food and cooking tour
This tour covers all the essentials of African cooking. You get
to experience shopping in an African market, have a cooking class
in African meals and eat a full African lunch. If that was not
enough to tempt you, you are also given a Tonga or Lozi speaking
lesson, and an insight into Livingstone and Zambian history.
Mists of Time tour
This excursion is a Half Day Tour that focuses on Africa's
Historical and Cultural legacy. You will be accompanied by Russell
Gammon, a Specialist Guide with 19 years experience. Russell's
family has been living in Africa since 1870 and he is a Specialist
in the field of African Heritage and a wonderful Raconteur and
Master Story Teller. This Tour is aimed at giving our visitor a
unique insight into Africa's past, present and future.
David Livingstone Museum
The Livingstone Museum is one of a kind in this area. It
contains the most comprehensive memorabilia of Dr. David
Livingstone, including authentic maps and diaries, and covers the
history of the region from the formation right up to the present
day. The Museum also contains Anthropological, Natural History and
African Culture sections.
Musokotwane Village Trip
Experience a full African village experience during your day,
including language and cooking lesson, lunch, food shopping, house
tour, kraals, dam and springs visits, time in the village gardens
and viewing a community support village project. If all that
is not enough you learn how the villagers relax by taking part in
dance lessons. An amazing experience you will not forget.
Livingstone Island
You will stand where David Livingstone first saw the Victoria
Falls and uttered the words " Scenes so lovely must have been gazed
upon by angels in their flight." But hey, lets face it, the
highlight for most people is sitting in the Angels Armchair on the
lip of the falls in what has to be one of the coolest swimming
holes on earth. We'll transport you out to the island by boat and
serve you a fantastic morning tea, lunch or afternoon tea.
Livingstone Town Tour
The town of Livingstone was moved from its original site at the
Old Drift in 1905, due to malarial outbreaks and moved to its
healthier location on Constitution hill. The town was carefully
planned with wide streets lined with trees; a lot of the original
architecture is still in place today. The tour comprises a visit to
the Livingstone Museum, a memorable trip to Maramba Market, a
bustling colourful market, or even more exciting the Salaula
market, and see large displays of second hand clothes, a great
favorite of the locals.
Spa treats
Go on...indulge yourself....Offering a wide variety of
therapeutic and beauty therapies and treatments, ranging from
intensive sports therapies to mud wraps, facials and manicures. The
Spa overlooks the stunning panorama of the Zambezi River and the
Victoria Falls.
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