Zimbabwe is sandwiched between two of Southern Africa’s mighty rivers, the Limpopo and the Zambezi, and while the country has a wealth of premier game parks and significant historical and cultural sites like the Great Zimbabwe Ruins, visitors are understandably drawn to the majesty of the Victoria Falls and its surrounds.

Zimbabwe is a magnificent destination for those who not only relish the great outdoors, but love to be a part of it! Victoria Falls, the world’s largest, most dramatic waterfall, is alive with innumerable adrenaline-charged activities. Whether you prefer a bird’s-eye of the legendary ‘smoke that thunders’ from a helicopter or microlight, or choose to join the wet-set careering down the river on a raft or river board, the mighty ‘Falls’ has it all and more: trails for hiking, birding, mountain biking and horse riding; jet boating, river rafting, canoeing and bungi jumping off the bridge - the second highest jump in the world: a freefall of 111 metres!

And if you prefer spectator sports, consider the elevated vantage point on an elephant safari, or better still... a cruise on board a river safari boat, sipping a G&T, while the sun bathes the river, the skyline burns orange and the African bush comes alive with the night sounds, as elephants jostle for position at the water’s edge. The village around ‘The Falls’ is charming, with a wide range of superb accommodation options, quality craft work, and a memorable fireside dining experience in a traditional African boma, as Shangaan and Ndebele dancers entertain you with cultural song and dance.

Prolific wildlife and a wealth of protected natural areas are major attractions in Zimbabwe, with the 14 000 square kilometre Hwange National Park topping the bill. With over 100 different animal species, a bird list of 400, and a reputation as one of the last remaining elephant sanctuaries on the African continent, this magnificent park is the pride of Zimbabwe.