Children’s Activities in Victoria Falls
From Toddlers to Teenagers
Whether you’re bringing toddlers or teenagers, the range of children’s activities in Victoria Falls makes it the perfect destination for a family safari. Professionally run, age-appropriate and creating life-long memories, these activities include just about everything from big game safaris and cultural tours to friendly elephant encounters, river cruises and white-knuckle adventures – truly something for everyone.
Children’s activities may be booked when you are at Victoria Falls but availability may be an issue. Safari Online can arrange all your activities in advance to avoid disappointment but there are several points to consider before making your choices.
Victoria Falls is ‘shared’ by Zimbabwe and Zambia: children’s activities are available from both sides of the Zambezi River though you may need to make a border crossing for an activity unique to one of the countries. Crossing the border for activities is a quick and well-practiced procedure in Victoria Falls and you’ll also be assisted by your driver or guide. The alternative is to stay in one country – Zimbabwe or Zambia – and build your activity itinerary around what is available there. Both countries are safe for tourists to visit in terms of crime and political upheaval – Zimbabwe and Zambia take their national heritage and associated tourism business very seriously!
The time of year also plays an important part in choosing activities for children. The best time for a family safari at Victoria Falls is May to October – the Dry Season – when you’ll have perfect conditions for exploring outdoors. There’s almost no chance of rain, the malaria risk is at its lowest and in June, July and August you’ll enjoy the year’s mildest temperatures. The Dry Season is the best time for viewing wildlife – game drives are recommended at this time for example – and it’s when the Zambezi River starts dropping in volume – great for white-water rafting and canoe safaris and – if your family is on the adventurous side – a boat trip to Livingstone Island and infamous Devil’s Pool, perched on the very edge of the falls themselves.
VICTORIA FALLS ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES
1. Tour the Falls (All Ages)
A guided tour of the Smoke that Thunders – Victoria Falls – is a must-do for all the family: the views are spectacular, the history fascinating & the surrounding rainforest is home to exotic-looking birds, monkeys & dainty antelope. Some lodges include a guided tour of Victoria Falls as part of their offering – ask us for more information.
Price:
USD 21 per adult
Comments:
Excludes Park Entry Fee (Rainforest) which is currently US$30 per adult.
0 – 2 years COMPLIMENTARY / 3 – 11 years HALF PRICE
2. Cruise the Zambezi (All Ages)
Sit back & watch the Zambezi River slowly slide by as you cruise upstream on a river boat. You can choose between a lunch & a sunset cruise, enjoying food & drinks as you take in the unspoilt views. There are always birds and small animals to spot & usually a pod of snorting hippos; the dry season brings elephants & buffalo to the water’s edge.
Price
USD 75 per adult
Comments:
Excludes Parks River Usage Fee which is currently US$10 per adult
0 – 2 years COMPLIMENTARY / 3 – 11 years HALF PRICE
3. Take a Helicopter Flight (All Ages)
Want to see how big a mile of falling water is? Treat the family to a bird’s eye view of Victoria Falls with a helicopter flight. There are different lengths of tours to choose from & these child-friendly helicopters are fitted with special seats & bubble windows for perfect views & photographs.
Price
USD 150 per person (12 Minutes)
USD 284 per person (25 Minutes)
Comments:
Excludes Government Fee which is currently US$15 pp- to be paid to the operator
Kids pay full price
4. Visit a Traditional Village (All Ages)
Traditional thatched villages are still part of the landscape around Victoria Falls: go on a guided tour into the local community & gain a fascinating insight to life under the African sun. You’ll see traditional food being prepared & craftsmen at work & there’s always a chance to try some village-brewed African beer!
Price
USD 61 per adult
Comments:
0 – 2 years COMPLIMENTARY / 3 – 11 years HALF PRICE
5. Tour a Crocodile Farm (All Ages)
There’s a crocodile farm close to Victoria Falls in both Zambia & Zimbabwe – your family’s chance to view this primal creatures safely. There’s a guided tour on offer – coincide yours with feeding time to see these giants leaping out of the water for food – plus a wealth of other animals to entertain & thrill children.
Price
USD 24 per adult
Comments:
0 – 2 years COMPLIMENTARY / 3 – 11 years HALF PRICE
6. Go Fishing (All Ages)
Anglers in the family? The Zambezi River is home to many species of sporting fish including the notoriously hard-fighting Tiger Fish; much of the fishing is catch-&-release, no experience is necessary & you’ll also spot wildlife & birds as you cruise the river.
Price
USD 159 per adult (half day – 5 hours)
USD 224 per adult (fullday – 11 hours)
Comments:
Excludes Parks River Usage Fee which is currently US$10 per adult
0 – 2 years COMPLIMENTARY / 3 – 11 years HALF PRICE
7. Enjoy a Bridge Run Sunset (All Ages)
A red carpet welcomes your family on board the Victoria Falls steam train experience: you’ll sit back in old-world luxury with canapes & bubbly while gazing at the epic views from the famous Victoria Falls Bridge before enjoying a 2-hour round trip by steam.
Price
USD 75 per adult
Comments:
0 – 2 years COMPLIMENTARY / 3 – 11 years HALF PRICE
Scheduled: Tue,Fri & Sunday
8. Sit Down to a Boma Dinner (3+)
Children need to be aged 3+ for a boma dinner: a boma is an outdoor eating & socialising area with an emphasis on delicious traditional food & entertainment. African drums & percussion instruments provide the backdrop – families with children are encouraged to join in the music making!
Price
USD 68 per adult
Comments:
3 – 11 years HALF PRICE
Includes Return Transfers
1. Do the Flying Fox (6+)
Clipped into a harness & attached to a pulley, children in the Flying Fox soar across 200 metres (660 feet) of the Batoka Gorge with Victoria Falls as the background: it’s a steady, horizontal flight – the safest way to throw your children off a cliff!
Price
USD 50 per adult
Comments:
6 – 11 years HALF PRICE
2. Speed up on the Zip Line (6+)
Flying Fox too tame? The Victoria Falls Zip Line is the longest in the world: it spans the same gorge but you’ll be covering twice the distance & heading downhill at serious speed – over 100 kph (60 mph) by the time you are over the river!
Price
USD 80 per adult
Comments:
6 – 11 years HALF PRICE
3. The Mighty Gorge Swing (6+)
Tired of gravity? Try a 70 metre (330 feet) freefall followed by a long pendulum swing above the churning Zambezi River – the Gorge Swing is one of the Big Thrill activities in Victoria Falls & you can do it tandem as well!
Price
USD 100 per adult
USD150 tandem
Comments:
6 – 11 years HALF PRICE
4. Go on a Canopy Tour (6+)
A series of trails, rope bridges & wire slides make up this excellent family adventure: you’ll be briefed & accompanied by guides as you explore the Victoria Falls rainforest from all angles, including amongst the treetops. It’s a great way to see wildlife.
Price
USD 61 per adult
Comments:
6 – 11 years HALF PRICE
5. Enjoy an Elephant Art Safari & Lunch (7+)
If your children love painting then they’ll never forget this live subject: an elephant herd at a waterhole, just footsteps away. It’s held at an elephant sanctuary with tame friendly elephants in the expert care of their handlers – all art materials are supplied. Children need to be 7+ to join this activity.
Price
USD 150 per adult
Comments:
7 – 11 years HALF PRICE
6. A Jumbo-Sized Encounter (7+)
Africa’s emblematic animal can be observed close-up at a local elephant orphanage & sanctuary. Accompanied by their carers & guides, you’ll walk in the bush with these enormous but gentle animals, interacting with & even hand-feeding them. Children need to be 7+ for this tour.
Price
USD 120 per adult
Comments:
7 – 11 years HALF PRICE
7. Family White-Water Rafting (8+)
Take on the famous Zambezi River rapids as a family! Expert guides, the best equipment & with a route safely designed for children, this is an adventure that will be talked about for years to come. Recommended for children aged 8+
Price
USD 130 per person
Comments:
Excludes Parks River Usage Fee which is currently US$10 per adult
8. Half-Day Bike Tour (10+)
Explore the Victoria Falls area by pedal-power – it’s mostly flat, easy cycling & all bikes & helmets are supplied; plan a route according to your interests & your friendly guide will lead the way. Morning, midday & afternoon trips are available.
Price
USD 45 per adult
Comments:
Kids Full Price
Only Adult size bicycles are available
1. On the Edge at Livingstone Island (12+)
Lying at the very edge of Victoria Falls, Livingstone Island is one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations: a boat tour & picnic on the island is exciting enough but there’s also Devil’s Pool for the ultimate thrill-seekers. Children aged 8+ can do the tour but only teenagers can swim in Devil’s Pool.
Price
USD 100 – 145 per adult
Comments:
Excludes Return Transfers from your hotel
2. View Wildlife by Horseback (12+)
Explore the wilderness areas of Victoria Falls on a horseback safari, encountering animals ranging from antelope to elephants. You’ll be in the care of experienced guides & horses that are expertly matched to their rider; advanced rides are available but so are easy ones: no riding experience is necessary.
Price
USD 95 per adult (2.5 to 3 hours)
Comments:
Excludes Park Entry Fee which is currently US$20 per person
Separate groups for novice & experienced riders
3. Bungee Jump! (14+)
Available all day from the vantage of the Victoria Falls Bridge, the bungee jump is 111 metres (365 feet) of thin air all the way down to the Zambezi River. It’s one of the highest jumps in the world & has the unbeatable backdrop of Victoria Falls – children must be 14 or over.
Price
USD 160 per jump(solo)
USD 240 per jump (tandem)
Comments:
Excludes Return Transfers from your hotel
4. Go White-Water Rafting (15+)
Teenagers aged 15 & over can join regular white-water trips, taking on some of the Zambezi River’s biggest rapids in an adventure they’ll never forget. Your raft is led by an experienced river guide, the views are sensational & cold drinks are waiting at the end.
Price
USD 120 per adult
Comments:
Excludes Parks River Usage Fee which is currently US$10 per adult
Selected Tours
Start planning your family safari & start thinking about your experience. These family safari itineraries are simply suggestions and just for inspiration. We’ve showcased some Botswana Family safaris below but please visit our Botswana Family Safari page for more examples. Or feel free to ask us for more ideas suited to your interests, time available and budget. We have the expertise to make the perfect itinerary for you.
The range of children’s activities in Victoria Falls makes it the perfect destination for a family safari!
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