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Victoria Falls

Travel guide

Practicalities for your journey

An overview of the essentials — visas, seasonal weather and what to pack. We'll always confirm specifics for your itinerary.

Visas & regulations

Entry by country

Requirements vary by nationality and routing. The guidance below is a starting point — we'll confirm the exact combination for your journey.

Seasonal weather

When to travel

Average daytime highs (°C) across the region's main hubs. Indicative — confirm at time of travel.

Green seasonShoulderDry season

Jan

Green season

Vic Falls

30°C

Livingstone

30°C

Chobe

32°C

Green season — lush, warm, afternoon storms

Feb

Green season

Vic Falls

30°C

Livingstone

29°C

Chobe

31°C

Green season — birding at its best

Mar

Green season

Vic Falls

29°C

Livingstone

29°C

Chobe

31°C

Rains easing; Falls near peak flow

Apr

Shoulder

Vic Falls

29°C

Livingstone

28°C

Chobe

31°C

Falls at peak flow; landscape still green

May

Shoulder

Vic Falls

26°C

Livingstone

26°C

Chobe

29°C

Cooler, drier days; excellent light

Jun

Dry season

Vic Falls

24°C

Livingstone

24°C

Chobe

26°C

Dry season begins; cold mornings

Jul

Dry season

Vic Falls

25°C

Livingstone

24°C

Chobe

26°C

Prime game viewing; cold nights

Aug

Dry season

Vic Falls

28°C

Livingstone

28°C

Chobe

30°C

Warming; wildlife concentrates on water

Sep

Dry season

Vic Falls

32°C

Livingstone

32°C

Chobe

34°C

Peak game viewing; hot and dusty

Oct

Dry season

Vic Falls

34°C

Livingstone

34°C

Chobe

36°C

Hottest month; exceptional wildlife

Nov

Shoulder

Vic Falls

32°C

Livingstone

32°C

Chobe

34°C

First rains; Falls lowest flow

Dec

Green season

Vic Falls

30°C

Livingstone

30°C

Chobe

32°C

Green season returns; dramatic skies

What to pack

A safari packing checklist

Soft duffels beat hard cases on light aircraft. Aim for muted neutrals, layers, and less than you think you need.

Essentials

  • Passport (6+ months validity) and printed visa confirmations
  • Travel insurance including medical evacuation
  • USD cash in small denominations for tips and community purchases
  • Universal adapter (Type G / D / M sockets in the region)

Clothing

  • Muted neutrals (khaki, olive, brown) for game viewing
  • Layers — cool mornings on winter drives, warm midday
  • Broad-brimmed hat and quality sunglasses
  • Closed walking shoes for bush walks and Falls trails
  • Lightweight rain shell for Falls spray and green-season showers

Activities

  • Swimwear for lodge pools and Devil's Pool
  • Binoculars (8×42 or 10×42 recommended)
  • Camera with a zoom lens and spare batteries
  • Dry bag or ziplocks for boat safaris and the Falls

Health

  • Antimalarial prophylaxis (consult a travel doctor 4–6 weeks ahead)
  • Yellow fever certificate if routing through required countries
  • High-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
  • Insect repellent (DEET or picaridin)
  • Personal medication in original packaging