Victoria Falls travel guide

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You're Going to Love Victoria Falls

With a population of 35,761, Victoria Falls is the largest city in Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Victoria Falls deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls in May
Estimated hotel price
$243
1 night at 3-star hotel
Victoria Falls in May
Estimated hotel price
$243
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Victoria Falls in October, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 59 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 6.9″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Victoria Falls, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Victoria Falls

Plane

When flying to Victoria Falls, you’ll arrive at Victoria Falls (VFA), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Victoria Falls from the United States departs from New York and takes around 24h 10m.

Plane

When flying to Victoria Falls, you’ll arrive at Victoria Falls (VFA), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Victoria Falls from the United States departs from New York and takes around 24h 10m.

Airports near Victoria Falls

Airlines serving Victoria Falls

Lufthansa
Good (4,683 reviews)
KLM
Good (843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (948 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,616 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (930 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (412 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,214 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (410 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (164 reviews)
South African
Good (19 reviews)
Cemair
Good (13 reviews)
FlySafair
Excellent (72 reviews)
fastjet
Excellent (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in Victoria Falls

From 5-star hotels such as the Victoria Falls Safari Suites to great affordable options like the Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel, Victoria Falls offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $176 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $721 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Victoria Falls

Most booked hotels in Victoria Falls

The Victoria Falls Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, 80 reviews)
$515+
Dzimbahwe Guest Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 525 reviews)
$98+
Elephant Hills Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 198 reviews)
$133+
A Zambezi River Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 169 reviews)
$109+
Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 266 reviews)
$103+
N1 Hotel & Campsite Victoria Falls
2 stars
Good (7.8, 567 reviews)
$76+

Renting a car in Victoria Falls

Renting a car in Victoria Falls costs $106 per day, on average, or $212 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Victoria Falls.

Renting a car in Victoria Falls costs $106 per day, on average, or $212 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Victoria Falls.