Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls was discovered and named by Scottish explorer and missionary David Livingstone on November 16, 1855. It is located on the Zambezi River, which runs along the borders of Zambia and Zimbabwe. Victoria Falls is renowned as the most enormous with the highest flow rate as one of the three major waterfalls of the world.
The waters of the Zambezi Rivers plummets in a single vertical drop into a chasm of 107 meters in height and diverge into separate streams along islets to emit a 
thunderous sound. The splashing waters turn into a veil of thin mists at the edges of the 1708-meter wide chasm. It is no surprise that the local Makololo referred to the waterfall as "Mosi-Oa-Tunya" in their language, which translates directly to "The Smoke That Thunders". 

During the dry seasons, one can clearly see the majestic views of the waterfall separated into six sections by rocks. To enjoy a full view of the six distinctive sections of the rapid falling waters, one can do so by gazing from the national park from the opposite side. Travelers should note that the visibility at the waterfall during the flood season (April through June) is severely limited due to mists and fog. Victoria Falls Park offers a comprehensive trail for visitors to traverse the waterfall area on foot through the dense rainforests. The park was established in the hopes of protecting the natural rainforest ecology from destruction while providing directions for tourists to appreciate the waterfall at various designated points. The mist-covered tropical forest path makes the scorching weather of Africa much more pleasant and tolerable. Visitors at the park would be able to see unique rainforest vegetations including black sandalwood trees, ferns, figs, vines and various other flowers while taking a stroll in the tropical forest. 

Viewing spots for Victoria Falls
(1)  Livingstone Statue: From here, one will be able to get a bird's view of the "Devils Cataract" at the end of Victoria Falls Park trail where water of the Zambezi River plunges down vertically. 
(2) Cataract View: This is the westernmost viewing point within the waterfall's proximity and it is located at the bottom of a steep flight of steps. You will be able to get a close view of the raging waters of Devils Cataract falling from a perpendicular angle. 
(3) Main Falls: The main falls of Victoria Falls is defined as the section between the Cataract Island and Livingstone Island. 
(4) Horseshoe Falls: Located to the east of Livingstone Island. 
(5) Rainbow Falls. 
(6) Danger Point: This spot offers full view to the First Gorge of Victoria Falls as it is located across from the Zambezi River. However, as its name suggests, the spot is potentially dangerous with its moss-covered and slippery platform. In addition, the platform itself does not have a guardrail. However, the view from here is nothing short of magnificent. 
(7) Zambezi Bridge: The 198-meter long bridge/railway was completed and officially operational in 1904. Tourists looking for excitement can try bungee jumping here.

Recommended means of transportation
In order to see the waterfalls in full, one must view it from above. The water from the waterfall converge once again and exit from a 60-meter wide opening from the steep cliffs. The streams of the Zambezi River flow through the narrow opening from this point and plunge downwards. After this brief stretch, the waters would meander its way through the steep canyons and proceed downstream past numerous sharp turns. There are three means of transportation to choose from: 
(1) Helicopter: Tourists can take aerial pictures of the waterfall as much as they like within the 15-minute flight.
(2) Motor glider: Take a slow decent with the setting sun around the waterfalls on a motor glider; the experience is guaranteed to be safe yet exciting at the same time. The downside: you won't be able to take pictures of the waterfall yourself. To do so, you would have to cross the bridge to Zambia and pay a fee of US$ 10. 
(3) Ultralight aircraft: The airplane is similar to a motor glider but the passenger would be able to operate his camera during the flight. 
PS. If you are looking to buy traditional African handicraft and stone carvings, you might want to head towards the Victoria Town Open Market; remember to bargain! The US dollar will be more useful there, but keep an eye on the exchange rates because it could be chaotic (with discrepancies such as 1 USD to 55 rand to 1USD to 130/160 rand). Also, the local mask dance performance is also another fascinating evening activity you should consider.

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