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AM & PM Elephant Back Safari and Rhino Encounter (Game Drive)
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PM Elephant Back Safari, Rhino Encounter & Night Drive with Bush Dinner under the stars
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Bungi Jumping
BUNGI JUMP
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – One / Twenty
Departure – As booked. Please note transfers are NOT included in the cost of this activity. Transfers should be booked additionally or guests can make their own way to the bridge. Sufficient time must be allowed to get from Victoria Falls / Livingstone town to the border, through Customs & Immigration then down to the bridge and up to the registration check in. Clients are recommended to leave town 1 hour before appointed jump time.
Language – English
Restrictions:
- Age: Minimum – 14 years, 18 years and under must have written consent of parent orguardian.
- Weight: Minimum – 40 kilograms, Maximum – 140 kilograms.
- Clients will be asked to declare any relevant medical problems, and you will not be allowed to jump if you suffer from hypertension, heart problems, knee injuries, epilepsy or are pregnant.
Please note: * Passports will be required for this activity
Highlights - Located on the Victoria Falls Bridge, you will get to experience 111 meters of sheer adrenalin, as you plummet towards the mighty Zambezi…4 seconds of free fall, of speeds up to 120km/hr.
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BIG AIR EXPERIENCE
Includes a Bungi Jump, a Bridge Swing and a bridge slide – and the exciting thing is you can repeat the activities as many times as you want in a day!
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Zimbabwe Cruises
RIVER CRUISES
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum Two / Maximum N/A
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - The Zambezi River cruise is a superb way to relax and enjoy the beauty of the River. Clients may have the opportunity to see a variety of game; including hippo, crocodile and elephant in their home environment, as well as enjoy the many different bird species.
Our boating fleet in Zimbabwe consists of the following:
1 X 30 Seater Pontoon cruise boats powered by two 40hp outboard motors
1 X 60 Seater Pontoon
1 X 80 Seater Double Decker cruise boat
Exclusive use of “Lady Lu”, the Double Decker cruise boat: A minimum number of 70 for exclusivity. The vessel can be chartered exclusively or the decks can be split and each deck hired separately for smaller groups on an exclusive basis.
The Decks can accommodate:
Lower Deck: 60 people
Upper Deck: 20 people
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Breakfast Cruise
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum 10 / Maximum 60
Departure – (07h00 pick up from Hotels) 07h30 from jetty and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - 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.
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Lunch Cruise
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum 10 / Maximum 60
Departure – 12h00 from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - Lunch includes a variety of salads, fresh bread rolls, chicken, beef and vegetables, deserts, tea, coffee, beer, wine and soft drinks.
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Sundowner Cruise
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum 2 / Maximum N/A
Departure – 16h00 (winter months) from jetty and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town 16h30 (summer months) from jetty and B&B’s in
Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - The Zambezi River cruise is a superb way to relax and enjoy the beauty of the River. Clients may have the opportunity to see a variety of game; including hippo, crocodile, 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.
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THE DINNER CRUISE
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – Minimum 2 / Maximum 60
Departure – 17:00 from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town (Winter) 17:45 from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town (Summer)
Duration – 2 1/2 hours
Language – English
Highlights - Enjoy an unforgettable Zambezi Dinner Cruise. Sundowners 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, Victoria Falls) 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.
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ELEPHANT BACK SAFARIS
ELEPHANT BACK SAFARI
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum One / Maximum 16
Departure – between 06h00 and 06h20 (Summer) between 06h30 and 07h00 (Winter) from any hotel or B&B in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 3 hr
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Age Restrictions - Children below the age of 5 years will, unfortunately, not be able to partake in the Elephant back Safaris. A Guardian must accompany children between 6 and 18 years.
Highlights - Join Wild Horizons for an extraordinary and exhilarating journey along the edge of the Zambezi gorges following ancient game trails. Seated comfortably on the back of natures true "king of the beasts", experience an age old tradition whilst silently exploring the majestic grasslands of Victoria Falls National Park and marvel at the spectacular scenery of Masuie River plunging 120 m into the Zambezi River below. Be witness to this mutually enriching and rewarding relationship between man and elephant in a modern day Africa. Sunrise safaris are run daily, promising you much more than just a game-viewing experience, but rather a closer insight into the world's largest land mammal, the African Elephant. The Morning Safari includes a full English breakfast.
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Sunset Elephant Back Safaris
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum One / Maximum 16
Departure – between 15h00 and 15h20 (Summer) between 14h30 and 15h00 (Winter) from any hotel or B&B in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 3 hr
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Age Restrictions - Children below the age of 5 years will, unfortunately, not be able to partake in the
Elephant back Safaris. A Guardian must accompany children between 6 and 18 years.
Highlights - Join Wild Horizons for an extraordinary and exhilarating journey along the edge of the Zambezi gorges following ancient game trails. Seated comfortably on the back of natures true "king of the beasts", experience an age old tradition whilst silently exploring the majestic grasslands of Victoria Falls National Park and marvel at the spectacular scenery of Masuie River plunging 120 m into the Zambezi River below. Be witness to this mutually enriching and rewarding relationship between man and
elephant in a modern day Africa. Sunset safaris are run daily, promising you much more than just a game-viewing experience, but rather a closer insight into the world's largest land mammal, the African Elephant. The Sunset Safari includes snacks and sundowners.
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GROUP DINNER OPTIONS
Elephant Interaction and Dinner at the Wallow
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum 20 / Maximum 80
Departure – 16:30 from any hotel or B&B in Victoria Falls
Highlights - The group will be collected from any hotel or B&B in Victoria Falls town at approximately 16:30. A welcome drink will be served, upon arrival at the "Elephant Wallow" which is part of the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary and Orphanage, situated in the magnificent Victoria Falls National Park. A presentation will follow, telling the guests more about the elephants in the Wild Horizons herd. During the presentation, it will be explained to the guests why the elephant are with Wild Horizons, where they came from and also the long term plans - including details regarding the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary and Orphanage. Following the presentation the guests will be divided into small groups and will then have to opportunity to interact
with the adult and the young orphan elephants. The elephant will retire to their stables at approximately 18:30, at which time the guests will have sundowners on the deck overlooking the Masuwe River. During this time the group will be interacting with the elephant management team. A lovely dinner will be served, followed by the groups return transfer to Victoria Falls town
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CANOEING
Zambezi Breakfast Drift
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – Minimum 2 / Maximum 20
Departure – 07h00- 10h30, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 3 1/2 hours
Language – English
Age Restrictions - Children aged 7 and older can participate in canoe safaris if accompanied by a parent and fit into a lifejacket. Management retains the right to refuse a child who they feel is unsuitable for the activity for any reason.
Highlights - Departing daily, this activity is conducted on the Upper Zambezi, above the Victoria Falls, with a qualified Canoe Guide. Clients are transferred into the Zambezi National Park where they will have a safety briefing prior to the canoe trip commencing. As clients drift gently down the Zambezi River, this activity provides the perfect opportunity for them to enjoy the
trees, plants & wildlife with their Guide. A Continental breakfast is served on one of the Islands along the way.
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Zambezi Drift - Wine Route
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – 2 / Maximum 20
Departure – 15h00-18h00, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Tow
Duration – 3 hours
Language – English
Age Restrictions - Children aged 7 and older can participate in canoe safaris if accompanied
by a parent and fit into a lifejacket. Management retains the right to refuse a child who they feel is
unsuitable for the activity for any reason.
Highlights - Departing daily on the Upper Zambezi River, clients are transferred into the Zambezi National Park where they will have a safety briefing prior to being paddled gently downstream by a guide/paddler. A sunset cruise with a difference, this is a perfect photographic opportunity, and clients can enjoy the selection of soft drinks, beer, wine and snacks provided in their canoes.
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Full Day Canoe Trip
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – 2 / Maximum 20
Departure – 07h00 – 16h00, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 9 hours
Language – English
Age Restrictions - Children aged 7 and older can participate in canoe safaris if accompanied by a parent and fit into a lifejacket. Management retains the right to refuse a child who they feel is unsuitable for the activity for any reason.
Highlights - Departing daily, this safari starts further upstream to the Morning & Afternoon canoe safaris. Clients are transferred into the Zambezi National Park where they can enjoy a Continental breakfast on the banks of the Zambezi before they set off for the day. On these trips clients paddle their own canoes, following their qualified Canoe Guide as he leads the way & stopping for a light picnic lunch on an island before making their way to the disembarkment point at approximately 16.00hrs.
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Multi Day Canoe Trips
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – Minimum Four / Maximum 20
Departure – 07h00 – 16h00, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – Multi day
Language – English
Age Restrictions - Children aged 7 and older can participate in canoe safaris if accompanied by a parent and fit into a lifejacket. Management retains the right to refuse a child who they feel is unsuitable for the activity for any reason.
Highlights - The Upper Zambezi River is a vast contrast from the rapids of the Gorge below Victoria Falls. Wild Horizons Upper Zambezi Canoeing offering Two and Three Day trips; these diverse safaris are inclusive of game drives in the Zambezi National Park, riverside (fully backed up) camping, Grade 1 and 2 rapids, picnics on remote islands and exploring secret overhung channels. The silence of our inflatable two-man canoes makes them unbeatable for bird and game viewing. This is novice canoeing and no previous experience is required.
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Zimbabwe Dining Experience
GROUP DINNER OPTIONS
Elephant Interaction and Dinner at the Wallow
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum 20 / Maximum 80
Departure – 16:30 from any hotel or B&B in Victoria Falls
Highlights - The group will be collected from any hotel or B&B in Victoria Falls town at approximately 16:30. A welcome drink will be served, upon arrival at the "Elephant Wallow" which is part of the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary and Orphanage, situated in the magnificent Victoria Falls National Park. A presentation will follow, telling the guests more about the elephants in the Wild Horizons herd. During the presentation, it will be explained to the guests why the elephant are with Wild Horizons, where they came from and also the long term plans - including details regarding the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary and Orphanage. Following the presentation the guests will be divided into small groups and will then have to opportunity to interact
with the adult and the young orphan elephants. The elephant will retire to their stables at approximately 18:30, at which time the guests will have sundowners on the deck overlooking the Masuwe River. During this time the group will be interacting with the elephant management team. A lovely dinner will be served, followed by the groups return transfer to Victoria Falls town
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Batoka Gorge Dinners
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum 10 / Maximum N/A
Departure – Between 17:00 and 17:30 from any hotel or B&B in Victoria Falls (Depending on the season)
The Wild Horizons "Look-out" is set high up on the spectacular cliffs of the Batoka Gorge between the Victoria Falls Hotel and Victoria Falls Bridge, above rapids No. 3 and 4. It is a stunning structure from where the Wild Horizons High Wire activities have
traditionally been viewed. The "Look-out" is now also the setting for our magnificent Gorge Dinners. The venue caters for groups sized between 10 and 30 guests. The solitude of the gorge below, the magnificent spray of the Falls and the majestic Vic Falls bridge makes this a dinner your clients will never forget!
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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. 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. Guests are welcomed with a traditional greeting in Shona and Ndebele, the local languages. They are invited to take part in a hand washing ceremony before sampling traditional beer and
snacks, as a prelude to dinner. After dinner, guests are invited to wile 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!
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THE DINNER CRUISE
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – Minimum 2 / Maximum 60
Departure – 17:00 from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town (Winter) 17:45 from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town (Summer)
Duration – 2 1/2 hours
Language – English
Highlights - Enjoy an unforgettable Zambezi Dinner Cruise. Sundowners 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, Victoria Falls) 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.
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HIGH WIRE ACTIVITIES
Gorge Swing
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – N/A
Departure – On Request, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – N/A
Language – English
Age Restriction - There is no age limit on these activities, however, at management's discretion children may be required to travel in a double harness with an adult. Parents or guardians of any child under 16 must be present and available to sign an indemnity on the child's behalf. Management retain the right to turn a child away at their own discretion should they feel the child is not able to cope with the experience in any way. There is no maximum age limit.
Highlights - Imagine swinging in a child's swing in the playground...now imagine a giant swing 95m long and 120m high above water...now imagine a 70m free fall before you begin swinging. Our highwire is suspended across the gorge at a point where the width is 316m and 120m deep. A harness is attached to the jumper and then the jumping ropes, the other end of which is pivoted to the middle of the cable. The jumper leaps off the edge of the gorge, free falling about 70m before going into a 95m long pendulum type swing.
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The Zip Line (Foofie Slide)!
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – N/A
Departure – On Request, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – N/A
Language – English
Age Restriction - There is no age limit on these activities, however, at management's discretion children may be required to travel in a double harness with an adult. Parents or guardians of any child under 16 must be present and available to sign an indemnity on the child's behalf. Management retain the right to turn a child away at their own discretion should they feel the
child is not able to cope with the experience in any way. There is no maximum age limit.
Highlights - Imagine the adrenalin rush traveling a speed of 106 km's hurtling 425m across the gorge, while suspended 120m above the breath taking beauty of the Zambezi water below! As the river zigzags down the Batoka Gorges,
our cable is suspended across from one side to the other. For this product you are harnessed and attached to a pulley, then launched over the edge picking up speed as you descend over the water and reaching a speed of 106 km an hour. This is the longest Zip Line (Foofie Slide) ride in the world.
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Abseil & Rapp-jump!
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – N/A
Departure – On Request, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – N/A
Language – English
Age Restriction - There is no age limit on these activities, however, at management's discretion children may be required to travel in a double harness with an adult. Parents or guardians of any child under 16 must be present and available to sign an indemnity on the child's behalf. Management retain the right to turn a child away at their own discretion should they feel the child is not able to cope with the experience in any way. There is no maximum age limit.
Highlights - Imagine abseiling 120m down a brilliant sheer cliff, doing 360-degree twists, descending backwards or rap jumping forwards and walking down the gorge as if to defy gravity itself! Suspended against the rock you can jump out and swing yourself from side to side or round in twists in as timid or confident a manor as you feel! With this product you can try both abseiling and rap jumping. Abseiling is descending backwards down the gorge and lowering yourself all the way to the bottom. Rapp Jumping, here the harness is connected backwards enabling you to run or walk down the cliff facing down into the gorge!|
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The Flying Fox!
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – N/A
Departure – On Request, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – N/A
Language – English
Age Restriction - There is no age limit on these activities, however, at management's discretion children may be required to
travel in a double harness with an adult. Parents or guardians of any child under 16 must be present and available to sign an
indemnity on the child's behalf. Management retain the right to turn a child away at their own discretion should they feel the
child is not able to cope with the experience in any way. There is no maximum age limit.
Highlights - Imagine taking a running jump into thin air over the chasm, soaring horizontally through the air over the turmoil of the Zambezi below. The gorge at this point is 200 meters wide and 120 meters deep. This is a great appetizer before you try the Zip Line and Gorge Swing.
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The Adrenalin Half Day
A.M: 8.30am – 12.30pm
P.M: 1:30p.m – 4:30p.m
Half day includes any 3 different activities of the 5 available (Gorge Swing, Zip Line, Flying Fox, Abseil, Rapp Jump).
Includes transfers to/from Vic Falls town.
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HELICOPTER RIDES
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – N/A
13 Minute flight Minimum 1 / Maximum 10 pax every 15 minutes
25 Minute flight Minimum 3 / Maximum 10 pax every 30 minutes
Departure – Throughout the day, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – Approximately 13 and 28 minute flights
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability) Child Policies are available upon request
Highlights - These 13min and 28min flights depart regularly throughout the day and offer spectacular photographic opportunities. Clients are collected from their hotels 30 minutes prior to their flight departure time and are given a safety talk on arrival at the Heli-pad, near the Elephant Hills Inter-Continental Hotel. The 13 minute Flight of Angels includes a flight over the majestic Victoria Falls, whilst the 28 minute Game Flight also includes a flight over the Zambezi National Park.
*Please Note - the price does not include park fees *
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Lion Encounters
THE LION ENCOUNTER
Days – Daily
Minimum two/ Maximum participants – One / Twenty
Departure – Early Morning, Mid-morning and Afternoon (Pick up from Vic Falls Hotels between 06h30-06h45, 10h00-10h15 and
between 15h30-15h45)
Duration – 3 hours
Language – English
Age Restrictions - Children below the age of 15 years will, unfortunately, not be able to partake in Lion Walk activity. A Guardian must accompany children between 15 and 18 years of age throughout the trip. A "child seat" has been introduced whereby children under the age of 15 can enjoy a supervised encounter and educational with the younger lions. This seat will take place only during the midmorning activity. There is also a height limitation of 1.5 metres. Anyone shorter than this will not be
permitted to participate in the Lion Encounter
Highlights - Guests are picked up from their respective hotel/lodge and transferred to the Masuwe estate. Upon
arrival, tea, coffee and cordials are served – after which the guide will give a short introductory talk on the African Encounter Lion Rehabilitation Program and a brief on all safety aspects. Guests are then taken to a designated area to meet both lions and lion handlers.
This is where your Safari begins and will continue for up to one and half hours. Each lion is under the charge of a Handler – the trips are lead by a professional Guide, who is armed and carries a first aid kit and handheld radio. The guide and handlers will answer any questions as well as provide knowledge on lions and the environment in general. The morning Safari ends with a Full English Breakfast on the deck at Masuwe safari Lodge. The Mid-morning Safari ends with a good choice of snacks and drinks and the afternoon safari will end with a good choice of snacks and drinks.
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Zimbabwe Rafting
WHITE WATER RAFTING
Wild Horizons departs daily for Low or High Water trips. The rapids on the Zambezi River are officially defined as "Grade 5" by the British Canoe Union (Grade 6 being commercially un-runnable). Clients should be reasonably fit for this activity, as there is a fairly steep walk into & out of the Batoka Gorge as well as the white water rafting activity itself. Tea, coffee & biscuits are served in the morning at check-in, after which clients are taken to the Gorge for their safety briefing before the days' activity commences. Lunch is served at the top of the gorge after rafting with a light snack / fruit served half way. Due to the nature of this activity, clients should be warned to leave their valuables & personal effects safely locked up at their hotel.
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Low Water Rafting
Days – Daily (1st August - 15th Jan Approximately
Minimum / Maximum participants – Minimum 1 / Maximum N/A
Meeting Place – The Lookout
Departure – 07h30 to 14h30
Language - English
Age Restrictions: Minimum age: 15 years (This can be flexible, at management's discretion i.e. if the child is of the right maturity, strength and will fit into a lifejacket properly younger kids are sometimes accepted.)
Maximum age: There is no maximum age limit; however Wild Horizons retain the right to refuse to take a client
who is clearly going to be unable to cope with the rigors of rafting.
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High Water - Full Day
Days – Daily (15th Jan - 1st August)
Minimum / Maximum participants – Minimum 1 / Maximum N/A
Meeting Place - The Lookout
Departure – 08h00
Duration – 7½ hours
Language – English
Age Restrictions: Minimum age: 15 years (This can be flexible, at management's discretion i.e. if the child is of the right maturity, strength and will fit into a lifejacket properly younger kids are sometimes accepted.)
Maximum age: There is no maximum age limit; however Wild Horizons retain the right to refuse to take a client who is clearly going to be unable to cope with the rigors of rafting.
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Multi Day White Water Rafting
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – Minimum 4 / Maximum N/A
Departure – Varies – please enquire for more detail
Duration – Multi day
Language – English
Age Restrictions: Minimum age: 15 years (This can be flexible, at management's discretion i.e. if the child
is of the right maturity, strength and will fit into a lifejacket properly younger kids are sometimes accepted.)
Maximum age: There is no maximum age limit; however Wild Horizons retain the right to refuse to take a client who is clearly going to be unable to cope with the rigors of rafting.
Highlights - The spectacular Batoka Gorge is the highway for our Multi Day Rafting trips. After the wildest one-day run in the world, our experienced guides continue on down the Zambezi River offering 2½ Day through to 6 Day journeys. All equipment is taken on the rafts and camp is set on remote sandy beaches only accessible by raft. The river varies from long peaceful stretches to renowned and wild Grade 5 rapids such as "Ghostrider", "Chimamba" and "Moemba Falls".
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Zimbabwe Safari's
Morning Drives
Days – Daily
Minimum two / Maximum participants - 14
Departure – Early Morning, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 3 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Child Policies are available upon request
Highlights -These early morning drives are conducted in open safari vehicles and a qualified Game Guide accompanies clients. Clients may enjoy a variety of sightings from animals and birds to insects and trees before returning to their hotel at approximately 09.00hrs. Please note that breakfast is not included.
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Afternoon Drives
Days – Daily
Minimum two/ Maximum participants -14
Departure – 15h00, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 3 ½ hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability) Child Policies are available upon request
Highlights - These drives are similar to the Morning Drive, and include soft drinks only. Clients are returned to their hotel by 18.30hrs.
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Walking Safaris
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants - 6
Departure – Morning / Afternoon, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Tow
Duration – 3 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability) Child Policies are available upon request
Highlights - In conjunction with Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, morning or afternoon walks are conducted on the Safari Lodge Estate where their Waterhole attracts many animals including four of the Big Five! The Guides have a vast knowledge of the local wildlife, birds, trees and plants.
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Horse Riding Safaris
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants - 8
Departure – Morning and Afternoon, from hotels and B&B's in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 3 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability) Child Policies are available upon request
Highlights - Specifically designed to suite both experienced and novice riders, clients are given the chance to get up close & personal with wildlife in a very natural way. Special attention is paid to matching the client to the right horse so both can feel at ease and Australian Stock saddles ensure a comfortable ride. The morning ride includes a full buffet breakfast, whilst the
3hr afternoon ride offers soft drinks, beer, wine and snacks on return to the stables.
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THE WILD HORIZONS ADVENTURE PASS
Our Victoria Falls Adventure Pass offers travelers a discount when prebooking activities with Wild Horizons. It also makes the process of preselling activities so much easier! The Adventure Pass includes any two of the activities listed below and a free sunset cruise:
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Half day Elephant Back Safari
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Vic Falls scenic flight (15 minute helicopter flip
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Night game drive
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Horse Riding Safari
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Full day canoe safari
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Half day High Wire Adrenalin
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White Water Rafting
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Lion Walk
Please note that pax must pay directly to Parks Board for any Park or River Usage fees.
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THE WILD HORIZONS SAFARI PASS
Wild Horizons Safari Pass - "For the ultimate wildlife experience". The Safari Pass is aimed at providing our clients with a simple, highly flexible Wildlife experience that represents fantastic value for money. A client purchasing this option will get a Full Day Chobe experience plus the choice of any one of the following Wild Horizons products:
Please note: Park fees for Chobe Day Trip included, second activity park fees are excluded
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Zimbabwe Tours
TOUR OF THE FALLS
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum One / Maximum Unlimited
Departure – Between 08h00 and 08h30 / 13h20 and 13h45 from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - The Victoria Falls – Now In Its 150 Millionth Fantastic Year - Reaches Its Zenith In About May Each Year. It’s a truly awe-inspiring experience – the sight, the sound, the smell; the humbling feeling that here indeed is Nature’s Supreme Masterpiece. No photograph can begin to depict the reality…and nothing prepares you for your first sight. This tour is conducted in the morning and afternoon. En route, clients may be taken past the ‘Big Tree’ where they may stop and take photos. Clients will be accompanied through the Rainforest by one of our qualified Guides who will give a brief history of the Falls themselves as well as detailing the flora, fauna, bird & wildlife and other points of interest. Guides are also happy to assist
clients with photographs whilst visiting this most spectacular of waterfalls. Raincoats are provided when needed.
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ZAMBIAN TOUR OF THE FALLS(Guests staying in Vic Falls)
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum Two / Maximum N/A
Departure – Between 08h05 and 08h15 / 14h05 and 14h15 from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
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The Falls are lowest around November and December – on the Zambian side no water may fall at all. This tour is therefore not recommended during this time.
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Passports will be required for this tour
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Visas may be requires for this tour (for guests own account)
Highlights - Clients are transferred from their Hotel in Victoria Falls, across the border, and to the entrance of the Zambian Rain Forest. From here, they will meet up with a Zambian Guide who will escort them around the Falls sharing some facts & history along the way. Clients are also given the opportunity to do some curio shopping in the adjacent open-air markets before returning to Zimbabwe.
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ZIMBABWE TOUR OF THE FALLS(Guests staying in Livingstone)
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum Two / Maximum Unlimited
Departure – Between 08h00 and 08h30 / 13h20 and 13h45. Guests will be collected from Sun Int properties, The David Livingstone Safari Lodge or hotels / B&B’s lodges in Livingstone Town
Duration – 3 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Visas - please note that guests who require a Visa for Zambia should have a Double Entry visa to cover their re entry into Zambia after the Tour, please also check the Visa implication for your clients for entry into Zimbabwe.
Highlights - The Victoria Falls – Now In Its 150 Millionth Fantastic Year - Reaches Its Zenith In About May Each Year. It’s a truly awe-inspiring experience – the sight, the sound, the smell; the humbling feeling that here indeed is Nature’s Supreme Masterpiece. No photograph can begin to depict the reality…and nothing prepares you for your first sight. This tour is conducted in the morning and afternoon. En route, clients may be taken past the ‘Big Tree’ where they may stop and take photos. Clients
will be accompanied through the Rainforest by one of our qualified Guides who will give a brief history of the Falls themselves as well as detailing the flora, fauna, bird & wildlife and other points of interest. Guides are also happy to assist clients with photographs whilst visiting this most spectacular of waterfalls. Raincoats are provided when needed.
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LUNAR RAINBOW TOURS
Days – Please contact Reservations for dates
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum Two / Maximum N/A
Departure – To be confirmed locally, from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - Lunar rainbows, also known as “moon bows”, are rainbows that take place at night, when a rainbow is seen in the light of the moon. Victoria Falls is one of a very limited number of sites around the world, which are known for the occurrence of moon bows. The lunar rainbow is a spectacular event that can be seen only during the full moon. The Lunar rainbow tour is conducted over a period of 3 days, during full moon at the Victoria Falls. Clients will be accompanied through the Rainforest by one of our qualified Guides who will give a brief history of the Falls themselves as well as other points of interest. Guides are also happy to assist clients with photographs whilst visiting this most spectacular of waterfalls. Raincoats are provided when needed.
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ZAMBEZI NATURE SANCTUARY AND CROCODILE RANCH
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum One / Maximum N/A
Departure – Between 08h00 and 08h30 / 13h20 and 13h45 from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - This morning or afternoon guided tour stops at the “Big Tree” for a convenient photo opportunity enrooted to the Sanctuary. The Sanctuary & Ranch offer clients a unique insight into the Zambezi Crocodiles life and is also home to a variety of wild animals including lion & leopard. In the hatching season, clients 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 & souvenirs at the Ranch Gift Shop.
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MEET THE PEOPLE
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum Two / Maximum N/A
Departure – On request, from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 1/2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - Clients are taken to an authentic rural village approximately 20km from Victoria Falls town where they are given the opportunity to watch local villagers going about their daily tasks. The tour enables the client 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.
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SHOPPING
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum Two / Maximum N/A
Departure – On request, from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - A daily tour designed for those enthusiastic shoppers on the lookout for bargains and keen to try their hand at the African system of ‘barter-trade’. The tour visits open-air markets & crochet halls as well as a variety of gallery’s & shops selling everything all sorts of stone sculptures and authentic African art.
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VICTORIA FALLS “HOME LUNCH”
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum 4 / Maximum - 40
Departure time – to be confirmed locally, from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - Experience the true flavours of Victoria Falls with a “home lunch”. Wild Horizons will collect guests at their hotels or B&B in Victoria Falls Town. A short transfer takes you to the Chinotimba High Density Suburb. Guests will be hosted by a local family in their residence and served a traditional African homemade lunch. (Minimum of 4 pax needed to guarantee booking).
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CHINOTIMBA TOWNSHIP TOUR
Days – Daily
Minimum/ Maximum participants – Minimum One / Maximum Unlimited
Departure – Between 10h00 and 10h30 / 13h20 and 13h45 from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 2 hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Highlights - 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 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. During a visit to the Chinotimba Primary School clients are introduced to the school headmaster - he or someone assigned will take the guests 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).
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CHOBE DAY TRIP (Guests staying in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)
Days – Daily
Minimum / Maximum participants – N/A
Departure – Between 07h10 and 07h30 from hotels and B&B’s in Victoria Falls Town
Duration – 9 ½ hours
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Please note:
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Child Policies are available upon request
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Passports will be required for this tour
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Visas may be requires for this tour (for guests own account)
Highlights - This tour departs daily to the Chobe National Park in Botswana. Clients will be transferred to the Kazungula border where their Botswana Guide will meet them. From here they proceed straight to the River where they will spend the morning game viewing along the Chobe River. The morning cruise ends at around 12.30hrs and clients are then taken to a hotel on the riverbank for lunch. After lunch, clients board safari vehicles for an afternoon game drive in the Chobe National Park where they will have the opportunity to enjoy an abundance of wildlife. After their game drive, they are taken back to the Kazungula Border where they will be met by their Zimbabwean Guide for their return transfer to Victoria Falls, arriving at approximately 18.30hrs.
Please note: the order of the activities are subject to change without prior notice The half Chobe Day Trip consists of either a game drive or a boat cruise (including or excluding lunch)
And pick up from the border:
08.30 – 12.30 (excluding lunch) or 08.30 – 13.30 (including lunch) or
12.00 – 17.00 (if including lunch) or 13.00 – 17.00 (excluding lunch)
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LIVINGSTONE DAY TRIP (Guests staying in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)
Guests are collected at 08:00hrs and transferred to Zambia. On arrival in Zambia they will do a guided Tour of the Falls. They will then have the option of any TWO of the tours below, one before and one after lunch. Lunch will be taken provided at a Livingstone restaurant (excluding drinks, which will need to be settled by the guest direct with the restaurant). Guests are transferred back to Zimbabwe/Botswana at approximately 16:00 hours. Please note the Zambian/Botswana border closes at 18h00 and this time is unfortunately not flexible.
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Simonga Village
These daily tours are of Simonga Village, home to approximately 3000 inhabitants – a mixture of the Lozi and Tonga tribes. The village was founded in 1958 and is situated approximately 20 kilometers from Livingstone Town, along the Kazungula/Sesheke road, which runs parallel to the Zambezi River as it flows down towards the Victoria Falls. 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.
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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.
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Railway Museum
Although it is in dire need of funding and is quite rundown, this interesting museum has some of the oldest and most unique engines and rolling stock on display in Southern Africa. It offers visitors the opportunity to gain a wider understanding of the extraordinary drivers and railway heritage.
Important Note:
Additional activities may be booked, however these will be payable either through our Livingstone office or direct with the supplier. Please note that if additional activities are booked and the timings of these clashes with the packaged tours, the guest may opt to forfeit the tour/s, however no refund will be offered for such cancelled tours.
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VICTORIA FALLS DAY TRIP (Guests staying at Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge)
Days – Daily
Minimum 2 passengers / Maximum participants - N/A
Departure – 09:00
Duration – Full day
Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability)
Please note: This excursion is recommended for guests who will not be overnighting in Victoria Falls Town and spending 3 or more nights at Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge. The tour departs daily from Imbabala. En route to the Victoria Falls, clients may be taken past the ‘Big Tree’ where they may stop and take photos. Clients will be accompanied through the Rainforest by a qualified Wild Horizons guide, who will give a brief history of the Falls themselves as well as detailing the flora, fauna, bird & wildlife and other points of interest. The clients are then taken to the market, where clients have the opportunity to shop in the open air curio market and shops for souvenirs and gifts. The visit to the market ends at around 12.30hrs and clients are then taken to enjoy lunch at a hotel. After lunch, the clients will have the afternoon free. Guests will have an opportunity to book additional activities during their day in Vic Falls (Extra charges for guests own account). Popular additional activities include the Helicopter Flight over the falls, Gorge Swing and Zip Line. Clients are the returned to Imbabala arriving at approximately 16:30.
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