Things to do in Victoria Falls
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Boma Dinner
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Cultural Tours
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River Cruises
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Elephant Safaris
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This is not just another ethnic restaurant but a rather unique cultural experience, set in the grounds of Victoria Falls Safari Lodge. 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. The Boma is open for dinner from 7.00pm until late, 365 days of the year.
The Boma nestles in a Gusu Forest and is partly open to the spectacular African night skies. A feast of nightly entertainment incorporates Shangaan dancers and singers and a local witchdoctor. You are welcomed with a traditional greeting in Shona and Ndebele, the local languages. Your are then invited to take part in a hand washing ceremony before sampling traditional beer and snacks, as a prelude to dinner. After dinner, you are invited to while away the evening with the restaurant's very own Sangoma - a traditional storyteller to learn more about the country's folklore, culture and heritage. The highlight of the evening is the interactive drumming and dancing!
The Boma nestles in a Gusu Forest and is partly open to the spectacular African night skies. A feast of nightly entertainment incorporates Shangaan dancers and singers and a local witchdoctor. You are welcomed with a traditional greeting in Shona and Ndebele, the local languages. Your are then invited to take part in a hand washing ceremony before sampling traditional beer and snacks, as a prelude to dinner. After dinner, you are invited to while away the evening with the restaurant's very own Sangoma - a traditional storyteller to learn more about the country's folklore, culture and heritage. The highlight of the evening is the interactive drumming and dancing!
Meet the People: This tour departs from hotels and guest houses in Victoria Falls. You are taken to an authentic rural village approximately 20 kilometres from Victoria Falls town where you are given the opportunity to watch local villagers going about their daily tasks. The tour enables you to see rural life first hand; visiting rural homes, watching fields being tended and possibly getting the chance to help in some of the day-to-day chores.
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 the Tonga 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. During this tour, you will have an opportunity to observe township-life - from the oldest houses to the taverns, the local market and churches. During a visit to the Chinotimba Primary School you are introduced to the school headmaster - he or
someone assigned will take you on a tour of the school after which the children may sing a song (Please note that school visits are subject to the schools being open).
Home Hosted Lunch: Experience the true flavours of Victoria Falls with a home lunch. You will be collected from your hotel in Victoria Falls Town. A short transfer takes you to the Chinotimba High Density Suburb. You will be hosted by a local family in their residence and served a traditional African homemade lunch. Minimum 4 participants required
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 the Tonga 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. During this tour, you will have an opportunity to observe township-life - from the oldest houses to the taverns, the local market and churches. During a visit to the Chinotimba Primary School you are introduced to the school headmaster - he or
someone assigned will take you on a tour of the school after which the children may sing a song (Please note that school visits are subject to the schools being open).
Home Hosted Lunch: Experience the true flavours of Victoria Falls with a home lunch. You will be collected from your hotel in Victoria Falls Town. A short transfer takes you to the Chinotimba High Density Suburb. You will be hosted by a local family in their residence and served a traditional African homemade lunch. Minimum 4 participants required
Breakfast Cruise: You will be collected at 07h00 from your accommodation and transferred to the jetty, for your 2 hour cruise on the Zambezi River.
This cruise is perfect for the early riser and a wonderful opportunity for keen birders. Inclusive of a cooked breakfast, fruit, muffins, tea/coffee and orange juice, this is a beautiful time of day to be on the River as there are often fewer boats which give one a real sense of privacy - excellent value for money.
Lunch Cruise: You will be collected at 12h00 from your accommodation and transferred to the jetty for your 2 hour lunch with a difference.
Lunch includes a variety of salads, fresh bread rolls, chicken, beef and vegetables, deserts, tea, coffee, beer, wine and soft drinks.
Sun downer Cruise: departure is at 16h00 (winter months) from the jetty, and 16h30 (summer months). You will be collected from your accommodation. The Zambezi River cruise is a superb way to relax and enjoy the beauty of the River. You have the opportunity to see a variety of game; including hippo, crocodile, and elephant as well as enjoy the many different bird species. The Sunset cruise is very popular and includes finger snacks, beer, wine, local spirits and soft drinks. There are great photo opportunities against often-spectacular African sunsets.
Dinner Cruise: departure is at 17h00 (winter) and 17h45 (summer)
Enjoy an unforgettable Zambezi Dinner Cruise. Sun downers and snacks will be served upon boarding the boat followed by a three course set menu. The cruise offers local drinks which are included in the price.
The Ra-Ikane (Luxury Zambezi Cruise Boat): The Ra-Ikane is a small luxury cruise boat that is outfitted to suggest, in exquisite detail, an ambiance of a bygone era. This cruise boat is exclusive (14 guests only) and personalized - period decor, historic memorabilia, fine cuisine and refreshments characterize a level of comfort and grace unsurpassed on the Zambezi.
This cruise is perfect for the early riser and a wonderful opportunity for keen birders. Inclusive of a cooked breakfast, fruit, muffins, tea/coffee and orange juice, this is a beautiful time of day to be on the River as there are often fewer boats which give one a real sense of privacy - excellent value for money.
Lunch Cruise: You will be collected at 12h00 from your accommodation and transferred to the jetty for your 2 hour lunch with a difference.
Lunch includes a variety of salads, fresh bread rolls, chicken, beef and vegetables, deserts, tea, coffee, beer, wine and soft drinks.
Sun downer Cruise: departure is at 16h00 (winter months) from the jetty, and 16h30 (summer months). You will be collected from your accommodation. The Zambezi River cruise is a superb way to relax and enjoy the beauty of the River. You have the opportunity to see a variety of game; including hippo, crocodile, and elephant as well as enjoy the many different bird species. The Sunset cruise is very popular and includes finger snacks, beer, wine, local spirits and soft drinks. There are great photo opportunities against often-spectacular African sunsets.
Dinner Cruise: departure is at 17h00 (winter) and 17h45 (summer)
Enjoy an unforgettable Zambezi Dinner Cruise. Sun downers and snacks will be served upon boarding the boat followed by a three course set menu. The cruise offers local drinks which are included in the price.
The Ra-Ikane (Luxury Zambezi Cruise Boat): The Ra-Ikane is a small luxury cruise boat that is outfitted to suggest, in exquisite detail, an ambiance of a bygone era. This cruise boat is exclusive (14 guests only) and personalized - period decor, historic memorabilia, fine cuisine and refreshments characterize a level of comfort and grace unsurpassed on the Zambezi.
Wild Horizons offers a number of interesting and unique Elephant Interactions at their Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage, just outside of Victoria Falls. Here you get to meet rescued elephants and get to learn about this magnificent creatures.
Art and Elephants:
An open-design thatch Boma gives you an uninterrupted view of the beautiful Masuwe River, and here you will be given an insightful and educational presentation on the Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage. You have the chance to talk with the guides that have journeyed - physically and metaphorically, incredible distances with these elephants, and learn more about the complexities of the individuals and the herd structures. You get to learn about their history and how they came to be in at the Sanctuary.
You then proceed to the waterhole and mud wallow where, under the shade of an enormous Mopane tree, you will find a chair and easel - each set up with a fresh sheet of paper. Aprons and palettes with bright splotches of paint are handed out and your private tutor is on hand to guide you through a painting workshop. Once finished, you go to the "The Wallow” for a delicious two course buffet lunch accompanied by a cold beverage rounding off a perfect morning’s experience. After lunch you will be transferred back to your Hotel in Victoria Falls Town.
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Children aged 5 and older can participate if accompanied by a parent.
Included:
Scheduled transfers from/to Vic Falls Town/Hotels; an Elephant Interaction; an art lesson; art equipment required for the lesson; a two course buffet lunch; local beer, wine, water, soft drinks, coffee & tea.
Elephant Encounter:
The Elephant Encounter affords guests the opportunity to unobtrusively interact with some of the biggest personalities in Africa, in a pristine wilderness environment, allowing you to spend time and connect with elephants in the most positive and natural way possible.
You will be given an insightful and educational presentation on the Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage. The sanctuary was founded on the principle of conservation, and one of the most effective ways to evoke a sense of environmental responsibility is to show what stands to be lost.
You have an opportunity to talk to guides who have been involved with the elephants for years. Guests will learn about the elephant as well as their history and how they came to be at the Sanctuary.
You then get to venture out into the bush, spending time with the elephants. You get to witness the special relationship the elephant keepers share with the animals and become a part of it. You will have the opportunity to take photographs with the elephants, marvel at their size and watch them behaving normally; browsing and interacting with one another.
After the encounter with these amazing creatures you are offered a selection of refreshments in the cool of the Wild Horizons Elephant Wallow.
You can enjoy early or mid-morning excursions, or late afternoon.
Duration: Approximately 2 ½ - 3 hours
Minimum age: Children aged 5 to 12 may participate if accompanied by a parent.
Inclusions: Scheduled transfers from/to Vic Falls Town/Hotels, an Elephant Encounter
Early morning encounter: Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks & breakfast
Mid-morning: Soft Drinks, Local beer, wine, water, coffee, tea and a selection of hot & cold snacks.
Afternoon encounter: Soft Drinks, Local beer, wine, water, coffee, tea and a selection of hot & cold canapés.
Art and Elephants:
An open-design thatch Boma gives you an uninterrupted view of the beautiful Masuwe River, and here you will be given an insightful and educational presentation on the Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage. You have the chance to talk with the guides that have journeyed - physically and metaphorically, incredible distances with these elephants, and learn more about the complexities of the individuals and the herd structures. You get to learn about their history and how they came to be in at the Sanctuary.
You then proceed to the waterhole and mud wallow where, under the shade of an enormous Mopane tree, you will find a chair and easel - each set up with a fresh sheet of paper. Aprons and palettes with bright splotches of paint are handed out and your private tutor is on hand to guide you through a painting workshop. Once finished, you go to the "The Wallow” for a delicious two course buffet lunch accompanied by a cold beverage rounding off a perfect morning’s experience. After lunch you will be transferred back to your Hotel in Victoria Falls Town.
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Children aged 5 and older can participate if accompanied by a parent.
Included:
Scheduled transfers from/to Vic Falls Town/Hotels; an Elephant Interaction; an art lesson; art equipment required for the lesson; a two course buffet lunch; local beer, wine, water, soft drinks, coffee & tea.
Elephant Encounter:
The Elephant Encounter affords guests the opportunity to unobtrusively interact with some of the biggest personalities in Africa, in a pristine wilderness environment, allowing you to spend time and connect with elephants in the most positive and natural way possible.
You will be given an insightful and educational presentation on the Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage. The sanctuary was founded on the principle of conservation, and one of the most effective ways to evoke a sense of environmental responsibility is to show what stands to be lost.
You have an opportunity to talk to guides who have been involved with the elephants for years. Guests will learn about the elephant as well as their history and how they came to be at the Sanctuary.
You then get to venture out into the bush, spending time with the elephants. You get to witness the special relationship the elephant keepers share with the animals and become a part of it. You will have the opportunity to take photographs with the elephants, marvel at their size and watch them behaving normally; browsing and interacting with one another.
After the encounter with these amazing creatures you are offered a selection of refreshments in the cool of the Wild Horizons Elephant Wallow.
You can enjoy early or mid-morning excursions, or late afternoon.
Duration: Approximately 2 ½ - 3 hours
Minimum age: Children aged 5 to 12 may participate if accompanied by a parent.
Inclusions: Scheduled transfers from/to Vic Falls Town/Hotels, an Elephant Encounter
Early morning encounter: Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks & breakfast
Mid-morning: Soft Drinks, Local beer, wine, water, coffee, tea and a selection of hot & cold snacks.
Afternoon encounter: Soft Drinks, Local beer, wine, water, coffee, tea and a selection of hot & cold canapés.
