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Exciting 5 Day Travel Itinerary To The Victoria Falls
Do you ever want to go on a vacation, but don’t have many leave days? That is always the issue isn’t it? Yes, we totally understand… Why not consider travelling to a neighbouring African country? The Victoria Falls is one destination to consider when deciding where to travel.
You might be thinking, but why?
Why travel to the Victoria Falls?
Southern African countries have so much to offer and are all very unique in their own way. Being in the travel industry, I have been exposed to travel itineraries, including countries such as Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Tanzania, Namibia, Kenya and Uganda. The list could go on, but these are the Southern African countries that stood out the most to me, and I hope to tick them all off as we wander around on our travel adventure.
Read more about our travel adventure in our blog Welcome to our travel blog.
Working in travel during peak season (summer holidays in South Africa which is December/ January) while everyone is living their best life on the beach, on vacation or just completely in relax mode is tough, real tough and demanding. Going right through Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve (you get the drift) in full speed mode, just to ensure your clients are happy, while you miss out on the summer fun.
During the beginning of peak season in December 2018, I felt like I needed some motivation and inspiration to get me through the fast approaching peak season.. I couldn’t take much time off from work, due to the working environment already starting to get busy. In my off time, I thought of places somewhere closer than a 10 hour + flight.
“Next time you’re thinking about your next vacation, why not consider the Victoria Falls or another Southern African country?”
With lots of research and discussions, we narrowed our final options down to Zanzibar vs Victoria Falls. We were sold with Victoria Falls/ Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, because we could include an African safari in our itinerary – for those of you who know us, we both love a safari trip! The thought of viewing the natural beauty of the falls from above in a microlight, also sold it for us! Not to say that we wouldn’t travel to Zanzibar, but we had to make a decision somehow. Obviously, we will have to add Zanzibar to our extensive travel wishlist in the near future.
How does the Victoria Falls look?
From above, it’s a whole new world! Birds eye view is best, forget about your fear of heights for 30 minutes and you will thank us afterwards. I would highly recommend splitting your accommodation up with a 3 night/ 2 night combo in both Zimbabwe and Zambia. The view from each country is so unique!
Where is it located?
The Victoria Falls is located in the north western part of Zimbabwe, bordering Zambia. When based in Victoria Falls Town, it is very easy to travel into Botswana and Zambia during your trip.
How to get there?
Direct flights for the win! Yes, it will cost you a little extra to fly a more direct flight to your destination, however, when you are limited for time, this is your best option. A couple of hours in transit vs having extra time to explore your destination, it’s a no brainer for us.
Kenya Airways offers direct flights from Cape Town International to Victoria Falls International, with a flying duration time of 2h 50 min. It always helps if you are flexible with your travel dates, as some days are cheaper to fly than other days.
Another airline option is Airlink, they also offer direct return flights to and from Cape Town. We usually fly with Airlink when traveling to the Kruger National Park, and have always been super impressed with them!
It makes life a lot easier to book everything with one company. We used Shearwater Adventures to book our airport – hotel transfers, as well as our activities.
“Make sure that the park fees, entrance fees and conservation fees are included..”
Our 5 Day Victoria Falls Itinerary
Day 1:
– Depart from Cape Town International to Victoria Falls International
– Transfer from the airport to your hotel
– Unpack and explore the hotel and surrounds
– Night 1 at your accommodation
Day 2:
– Half day morning Victoria Falls National Park tour – you can do a self tour as there is signage along the route
– Half day afternoon Microlight/ Helicopter tour- this is wind dependent, so make sure you are flexible to change your itinerary around if need be
– Night 2 at your accommodation
Day 3:
– Chobe National Park full day – you will be exhausted after this jam packed day
– Night 3 at your accommodation
Day 4:
– Half day morning spa
– Half day Zambezi sunset cruise – there are a couple of options to choose from, always make sure you read the description before booking
– Night 4 at your accommodation
Day 5:
– Half day morning souvenir shopping
– Transfer from your hotel to the airport
– Depart from Victoria Falls International to Cape Town International – try get the latest flight as possible to get to any last minute things that you wanted to still do
6 tips when travelling:
- When booking your activities, make sure that the park fees, entrance fees and conservation fees are all included, so that you don’t have to lay out extra money when you are there
- The full day activities can be busy. Try to split your itinerary into one full day activity, one half day activity, so that you can also breathe and take it all in
- Take lightweight clothing, as it can get really hot and humid
- Sunblock, sunhat and sunglasses! African sun is hot hot!
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera – if possible a waterproof camera, especially for your tour to the Victoria Falls National Park
Next time you’re thinking about your next vacation, why not consider the Victoria Falls or another Southern African country?
If you did have to consider one African country, where would you be adventuring to?
**Please note that our itinerary was planned in 2018, and due to covid some flights and activities may be on hold until further notice.
