When the water levels are high, from around March to June, you’ll get absolutely soaked, particularly at Viewpoints 9 to 15 on the Zimbabwean side and around Knife Point Island in Zambia. The spray from the Falls can be so heavy that the island (and its bridge) are showered in a constant “downpour”.
Can you swim in the waterfalls of Victoria Falls?
Right on the edge of this massive waterfall, a calm pool of water forms. This is known as the Devil’s Pool Victoria Falls. And daring visitors can actually swim in this pool straddling the edge of Victoria Falls!
Can you swim at the bottom of Victoria Falls?
It is possible to swim in the rock pools right underneath the waterfalls at certain times of the year (‘low water’). This is an unforgettable adventure right in the heart of one of the most beautiful places on earth!
How deep is the bottom of Victoria Falls?
Victoria Falls is the largest curtain of water in the world, stretching 5,604 feet across, more than a mile long. Plunging 354 feet into the canyon below, this is a dramatic spectacle to witness.
How fast does the water flow at Victoria Falls?
At its highest point, in March/April, it is estimated that 500 million litres of water per minute flow over the Victoria Falls. During the dry season, it can be as low as 10 million litres. The 1958 flood of the Zambezi saw the Falls reach record volumes of over 770 million litres per minute.
Do I need malaria tablets for Victoria Falls?
Malaria risk is high throughout the year but highest from November to June, in areas below 1200m including the Zambesi Valley and Victoria Falls. There is low to no risk in Harare and Bulawayo and the district of Matabeleland South. High risk areas: atovaquone/proguanil OR doxycycline OR mefloquine is usually advised.
Can you survive falling off Victoria Falls?
FIVE years ago, Wang Shunxue made headlines in both local and international media after he slipped and fell into the Victoria Falls but survived. Almost every year, at least one tourist dies after falling into the Victoria Falls.
Are there snakes in Victoria Falls?
The Snake Pit has opened in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. It houses a wide range of deadly snakes, including mambas, cobras, vipers and rattlesnakes and is also home to other reptiles including albino crocodile, giant frogs and lizards.
Why is Victoria Falls called the Devil’s pool?
It is called this because you will be staring death in the face when swimming at the Devil’s Pool. As a natural rock pool away from the strong gushing waters of Victoria Falls, the rock lip also serves as a barrier. The risk of plunging into the abyss gives it its name.
Can you drink the water in Victoria Falls?
Can I drink the water in Victoria Falls? Yes. Most, if not all locals, drink happily from municipal supplies. However, if you suspect you may have a sensitive stomach, then bottled water is recommended and is readily available.
Is Victoria Falls bigger than Niagara Falls?
In comparison, Victoria Falls is the world’s largest sheet of falling water and is almost double the height of Niagara Falls and half a kilometer wider. In the wet season, the spray from Victoria Falls can rise 400m above the falls and can be seen from up to 48km away.
Do fish live in Victoria Falls?
Around Victoria Falls, on the Zambezi River, Tigerfish are caught throughout the year, with similar success across all four seasons.
Was Black Panther filmed at Victoria Falls?
Yup – the Black Panther waterfalls we see from the POV of the spaceship just before T’Challa’s throne ceremony is actually the majestic Victoria Falls in Zambia, as confirmed by the UK-based production company Marzano Films who handled all of the aerial filming for Black Panther.
What is the best month to visit Victoria Falls?
When is the Best Time to Visit Victoria Falls? The best time to visit Victoria Falls is from February to May, directly after the summer rains, when you’ll see the world’s largest sheet of falling water flowing at its greatest volume.
Where is the largest waterfall in the world?
Indeed, the world’s largest waterfall lies beneath the Denmark Strait, which separates Iceland and Greenland. At the bottom of the strait are a series of cataracts that begin 2,000 feet under the strait’s surface and plunge to a depth of 10,000 feet at the southern tip of Greenland—nearly a two-mile drop.
What is the fastest moving waterfall in the world?
Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls has moved back seven miles in 12,500 years and may be the fastest moving waterfalls in the world.
Are there mosquitos at Victoria Falls?
Visiting Victoria Falls requires vaccinations against Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A and B, and Tetanus. You will also need to take anti-Malaria medication, especially important when you are travelling to the falls during wet season as mosquitoes are at their highest levels.
What should I wear to Victoria Falls?
A lightweight waterproof jacket is essential – Temperatures can vary greatly. While morning and afternoon drives can be chilly, by midday you’ll be more than comfortable wearing shorts and a t-shirt. The secret is to wear several layers that you can take off or add to as needed.
Is Victoria Falls worth the trip?
Victoria Falls is one of the world’s wonders because of its natural beauty, cultural diversity and adrenaline packed activities. The holistic experience in Victoria Falls is what makes it worth visiting.
How many deaths in Victoria Falls?
To the best of our knowledge, nobody has ever died going over Victoria Falls at Devil’s Pool. In 2009, a South African tour guide fell to his death whilst rescuing a client who slipped in a channel above Victoria Falls.
What is at the bottom of Victoria Falls?
The most awesome perspective to see the Victoria Falls is from the bottom of the gorge. Swimming in the rock pools below the Falls, surrounded by the massive black basaltic rock towering up above you and the water cascading down, seemingly out of the sky, is an unforgettable experience!