ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES IN ZAMBIA

Aside from its incredible national parks and scenery, Zambia is one of Africa’s most acclaimed adventure and extreme sports capitals. A range of action activities, mostly located in the Victoria Falls area, draws visitors from all over the globe every year. Whether it’s bungee jumping from the Vic Falls Bridge spanning the deep Batoka Gorge or river rafting down the wild Zambezi, you are sure to find something to get the adrenaline pumping and make your trip to Zambia an even more unforgettable experience.

Zambia’s rainy season is from November to April. Most of the activities are available throughout the year except for the following that depends on the water levels and weather on that particular day:

• Helicopter and microlight flights over the Victoria Falls – weather dependent.
• Livingstone Island and Devil’s Pool – generally closed between March to May when the water levels are very high. Reopening depends on the current and water levels slackening.
• White-water rafting – dependent on the high water rise which is usually from March to May.
• Bridge activities like bungee jumping and abseiling – open throughout the year but closed when raining.
• Under spray tour – available in dry season from about August to January depending on the water levels.
• Livingstone Museum – Open throughout the year except on Christmas and New Year’s day.

The rest of the activities are available all year round.