The Historical Railway Bridge - Victoria Falls

!!!!A visit to the Victoria Falls is not complete without an excursion to the famous Victoria Falls Bridge!!!

A visit to the historic railway bridge is an integral part of any Victoria Falls experience.

Learn about its fascinating history on this multi-faceted tour which includes:

A theatrical and entertaining presentation on the history of the Bridge and the men who built it.

A rare opportunity to walk on the catwalks beneath the Bridge, used in the original construction in 1904.

Free entry into the Bridge Visitor Centre where historic photographs of the Bridge can be viewed.

Suitable for all ages – minimum age of 10 years for the “under the bridge” part of the tour

Return transfers from your local hotel (Zimbabwe) or Day Activity Centre (Zambia)

Assistance through the Border posts.

The Bridge Café

Offering a selection of light meals and refreshments from The Bridge Café which provides spectacular views of the Victoria Falls Bridge, Batoka Gorge and the Falls themselves (during high water). It is also a great place to watch the famous bungee jumping, bridge swing and slide. Vegetarian dishes available. Full bar available.

Bungee Adrenaline Activities

Bungee

The original, the one and only, the must do, the ultimate thrill! 4 seconds of freefall, 111m of Pure Adrenalin! Off the famous Victoria Falls Bridge, with a spectacular backdrop of the majestic Victoria Falls, move to the edge, arms out and 5-4-3-2-1- BUNGEE leaving yourself plummeting towards the rumbling waters of the rapids of the Zambezi River and let the adrenaline flow. This bungee, flanked by stunning Victoria Falls, is the most spectacular in the world.

Bridge Swing

Swing, Rock and Roll off the famous Victoria Falls Bridge. Take a leap of faith before freefalling for up to 70 metres before you fly out over the rapids of the Zambezi River in a huge arc with the mighty waterfalls rumbling by your side… what a thrill!

Slide (Zipline)

Enjoy this fun and mildly adventurous Slide (Zipline), which can be done alone, or with a friend.

Experience a scenic and age-old technique of “sliding” across the Batoka Gorge from the Zambian side, landing up on the Victoria Falls Bridge while enjoying spectacular views of the mighty Zambezi River, the Batoka Gorge and the Falls themselves during the high water season.

Exciting for all ages, starting from 6 years old – even something Granny can do!

Ebola Updates & Important Information

No Entry to Botswana or Zambia for tourists from Ebola infected areas

The Botswana and Zambian Ministries of Health have announced new measures to prevent the spread of Ebola.

Any tourists who have been to an Ebola infected area (Guinea, Sierra Leone, Nigeria or Liberia) in the past 30 days will be denied entry into Botswana and Zambia and returning residents from Zambia and Botswana may be subject to quarantine if they have travelled through high risk countries. Please note the list of high risk countries may increase should circumstances change.
It is therefore recommended that guests planning to visit Botswana or Zambia avoid these high risk countries at this time. It is important to remember that these measures are to prevent the disease from coming into the respective countries, and not to contain any infection on the ground.

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A whole new World of Adventure - Low Water Rafting

...For you who love the kick of Adrenaline the Low Water Rafting is to commence in approximately one week. 

The Zambezi River levels are dropping by an average of 1cm per day, which means that the start of the Low Water Rafting Season will commence in about 7 days from now. Low Water is the best rafting season for white-water adventure seekers.
The Zambezi River, which borders Zimbabwe and Zambia, is widely acclaimed as offering the world’s best white-water rafting run in the world. With a large number of it’s turbulent rapids which occur in the Batoka Gorge (below the Victoria Falls) achieving a high ‘Grade-5’ status or higher, adventure enthusiasts revere its reputation across the globe. Even the rapid names are enough to get the adrenalin pumping - from “Stairway to Heaven to “The Gnashing Jaws Of Death”, and “The Overland Truck Eater”

Grades of white water:

Grade 1: Very small rough areas, might require slight maneuvering. (Skill level: very basic)
Grade 2: Some rough water, maybe some rocks, might require some maneuvering. (Skill level: basic paddling skill)
Grade 3: Whitewater, small waves, maybe a small drop, but no considerable danger. May require significant maneuvering.
Grade 4: Whitewater, medium waves, maybe rocks, maybe a considerable drop, sharp maneuvers may be needed.
Grade 5: Whitewater, large waves, large volume, possibility of large rocks and hazards, possibility of a large drop, requires precise maneuvering.
Grade 6: Class 6 rapids are considered to be so dangerous that they are effectively unnavigable on a reliably safe basis. Rafters can expect to encounter substantial whitewater, huge waves, huge rocks and hazards, and/or substantial drops that will impart severe impacts beyond the structural capacities and impact ratings of almost all rafting equipment. Traversing a Class 6 rapid has a dramatically increased likelihood of ending in serious injury or death compared to lesser classes. 

News:
Ebola outbreak in West Africa
Please take note of the following information released by South African Tourism on the recent Ebola outbreak in West Africa:

We have noted with concern recent media reports related to the Ebola virus. While we understand the concern about this virus, which is fatal in nature, it is imperative to take note of the following:

Ebola is a virus transmitted primarily via bodily fluids. It is not airborne. As such, it is still safe to make use of our airlines.
The incidents of infection and death are reported and prevalent in West African countries, most notably Nigeria, Liberia, Sierra Leone and the DRC. South Africa does not share borders with any of the countries in that region, nor do our neighbouring countries.
The geo-location of the countries affected makes it very difficult for a person with the virus to enter the country via the land borders. Owing to the quick infection to fatality rate of this virus, people with the disease often succumb to the virus within a few days of infection.
The South African National Department of Health have stated unequivocally that there are no cases of Ebola in South Africa. Having said that, we remain on high alert for any potential threat or infection.

All relevant stakeholders across all our nine provinces have been adequately briefed and outbreak response teams in all provinces have been trained and are on high alert for any possible cases.
Body temperature sensors have been installed at OR Tambo International’s immigration queuing points to detect the body temperature of passengers. The airport also has a quarantine facility in an event that passengers are required to be held in isolation prior to be transferred for further treatment.
To safeguard against the deadly virus, a decision has been made by the South African National Department of Health that should a foreign national test positive, they will be denied entry into South Africa.
Our destination remains open to all who wish to come and visit South Africa, and South African Tourism will assist with all relevant information. 

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