“South African travelers looking for a unique, crowd-free holiday experience won't have to look farther than Victoria Falls for quiet months from mid-August to December. A sweet spot between peak tourist season and the rainy summer rush.
As the water levels drop, Victoria Falls reveals hidden gems like the famous demon pool. At the edge of the waterfall, the natural infinity pool allows adventurous swimmers to take their dip and stare at the canyon over 100 meters below. The dry season also brings optimal conditions for world-class white water rafting in the Batka Valley, while Grade IV and V Rapids offer the ultimate thrill for adrenaline enthusiasts.
For those who prefer a calm adventure, a guided hike and raft trip to the base of the waterfall offers stunning views and opportunities to swim in the serene pool. Wildlife enthusiasts also have the opportunity to take advantage of the excellent gaming viewing in the adjacent Mosioatunya National Park. There, animals such as giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and white rhinoceros gather in the waterhole, but bird lovers have more than 400 perspectives in the area.
Once the Zambezi River settles to a lower level, the sunset cruise becomes a magical moment with hippos, crocodiles and elephants that are frequently seen along the riverbanks.
“Shoulder season provides guests with time and space to connect with Victoria Falls in a more gentle and meaningful way,” says Laurie Bar, the intricate general manager of Anantara and the Royal Livingston Hotels at nearby resorts. “It's a chance to see the waterfalls, as most travelers never do during the beautiful natural transition.”
The Royal Livingston Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel in Anantara offers visitors in South Africa a luxurious and peaceful escape surrounded by the natural beauty of the Zambezi River. New tourism partnerships, including a collaboration between Cape Town Tourism and our Victoria Falls, are also working to create a seamless local travel experience.
Daily direct flights between Victoria Falls and Mbombela (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport), run by Fastjet Zimbabwe, make this bucket list destination more accessible than ever for South Africans.
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