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Zambia

Mosi-oa-Tunya

Soul-soothing relaxation meets heart-thumping adventure in one of Africa’s most unique safari destinations at the Victoria Falls.


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The Smoke that Thunders

Africa's fourth-largest river, the Zambezi evokes mystery and adventure renowned across the world. Herds of elephants swim across the Zambezi River, as pods of hippos grunt in pools of consternation and crocodiles bask on the banks. At the Victoria Falls, a staggering eight million litres of water flows into the gorge every second.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Mosi-oa-Tunya at a glance

Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park protects Victoria Falls and the precious wildlife of the region. Enjoy game drives along 12 km of wild Zambezi riverfront, through lush riverine forests where the fronds of ilala palms stretch towards the sky, and the mighty river skirts islands where hippos bask on the warm sand.

Key Facts

Mosi-oa-Tunya key facts

Mosi-oa-Tunya is Zambia’s smallest national park, and a delightful introduction to the country’s wildlife, and the magnificent Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dare to take a dip in the legendary Devil’s Pool, with views over the dramatic Eastern Cataract of the Falls.

GEOGRAPHIC SIZE

66km²

BIRD SPECIES

+/- 470

MAMMAL SPECIES

+/- 30

BEST TIME TO VISIT

All year round

WILDERNESS CAMPS

1

Habitats

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THINGS TO DO

Mosi-oa-Tunya experiences

Lifelong memories await in Livingstone, Zambia’s adventure capital. Marvel at the world's largest falling sheet of water, track Zambia’s only white rhinos on foot, cruise past pods of hippos and crocodiles on the Zambezi, or plunge into the Batoka gorge on the end of a bungee rope.

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Explore our camp in Mosi-oa-Tunya

Gaze across the Zambezi from Toka Leya, the only Wilderness camp upstream of the Falls on this legendary river. Just a short distance from Livingstone, elephants, hippos, crocodiles and other iconic African wildlife thrive in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, which is also home to the Zambian side of the magnificent Victoria Falls.

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JOURNAL

Mosi-oa-Tunya featured stories

This timeless river and waterfall have been inspiring stories for centuries. Have a read of our traveller’s tales, and marvel at award-winning photographs and other updates from Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park.
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When we say we’re there every step of the way, we mean it, literally. From planning the perfect circuit, to private inter-camp transfers on Wilderness Air, and easing you through Customs. We’re with you on the ground, at your side, 24-7, from start to finish. Ready to take the road less travelled? Contact our Travel Designers to plan an unforgettable journey.