Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe: a powerful celebration of love /

What makes your heart beat faster, what makes your cheeks blush and your palms sweat, what takes your breath away? It could be love – or it could be a wildly romantic safari! With the month of romance approaching, there’s no better time to explore one of the most exciting and accessible adventure destinations in the world. Victoria Falls, with its breathtaking views, pristine rainforest, many activities and additional attractions, is also one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1989. Located on the western tip of Zimbabwe along the great Zambezi River, the falls are the largest layer of falling water on Earth in full flood.

Known in the local Tonga language as Mosi ao Tunya – “The Smoke that Thunders”, Victoria Falls attracts the dreamers, the naturalists, the historians, the thrill seekers, the bucketlisters, the adventurers and the romantics in all of us. Here, couples in love are inspired to propose, celebrate weddings, honeymoons and anniversaries and enjoy a romantic getaway. The Victoria Falls are impressive. And the sheer power and allure of the falls provide a powerful backdrop for intimate occasions or lively gatherings.

Top 7 romantic experiences in Victoria Falls

1. Take a journey back in time aboard a Bushtracks Steam Safari. This unique dining experience on a restored early 1900s steam train is a perfect combination of charming nostalgia and modern fine dining. Enjoy sunset cocktails on the historic Victoria Falls Bridge before indulging in a five-course meal.

2. Take your love affair to new heights on a spectacular Wild Horizons’ Flight of Angels helicopter tour. David Livingstone famously wrote when he first saw Victoria Falls in 1855: “Sights so beautiful must have been beheld by angels in their flight”. And now it’s your turn… Choose from a 12-minute flight over Victoria Falls for great viewing, photo and film opportunities or explore a little further on a 25-minute flight that takes you past the falls along the Zambezi River and the national park.

3. Celebrate with family and friends after your wedding or mark a special anniversary with Pure Africa’s Exclusive Victoria Falls & Riverside Picnic Experience… this luxurious offering promises a signature Mojito welcome drink, tranquil surroundings, luxury lounge chairs and cushions, a premium picnic lunch, full premium bar and return boat transfers.

4. The magic of the Zambezi River comes to life on a sunset or dinner cruise. Embark on a few hours of hedonistic bliss in the splendor of the setting sun – enjoy cocktails and canapés or a four-course meal as hippos grunt merrily and birds return to roosts.

5. No love story is complete without a little moonlight and nature lovers will enjoy the rarity of a lunar rainbow during the full moon phase. The Victoria Falls Rainforest reopens in the evening for special tours to witness the magic – weather and mist permitting! Victoria Falls is one of the few places on earth where this natural phenomenon occurs and where it is easy to see, especially during the optimal months of June, July and August.

6. The Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary and Art of Africa team up to create an environmentally conscious and unique elephant experience, brought to life by your own creative flair in the African bush. Perfect for couples or groups, this unique activity includes an enlightening presentation about the Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage. Then it’s off to a watering hole where, in the shade of a huge Mopane tree, you’ll find a chair and easel ready for your creations. Your inspiration? The beautiful shrine elephants and your guide a tutor who will walk you through the motions to turn your sketch paper into a work of art. Round off the perfect morning with a 2-course buffet lunch.

7. Wild Horizons’ Tandem Gorge Swing is a leap too far for some, but a long overdue thrill for many! Together, feel the most alive you’ve ever felt as you leap into the air in tandem into the Batoka Gorge, free-falling 70 meters before taking an almighty swing 120 meters above the Zambezi River. Although the jump only lasts 3 seconds, the feeling of excitement and achievement will blow your mind, the memory will stay with you for a lifetime.

The most romantic places to stay in Victoria Falls

Matetsi Victoria Falls

Romance is key at Matetsi Victoria Falls, with shimmering river views, private plunge pools and starlit dinners. But one of the main attractions is the sheer tranquility; away from the hustle and bustle of the falls, but close enough for easy visits, Matetsi is perfectly located within the Matetsi Private Game Reserve. With 9 miles of exclusive river frontage and 136,000 acres of pristine bush, this heavenly escape combines action-packed adventure with alone time in your luxury riverside suite. Combine Matetsi with Zambia and Cape Town for a 14-day ultimate African honeymoon.

Tsowa Safari Island

How does your own exclusive island sound? Step away from the busy world and step into a world surrounded by a beautiful forest, soft sand and ancient baobabs. Fall asleep to the call of hyenas and lions and wake up to golden green light streaming through the trees and vines in the early morning. The days are as full or as spacious as you like – share life-changing experiences with your love on game drives and hikes, canoe safaris, bird watching, sunset river cruises, island walks, visits to Victoria Falls and day trips to Chobe NP – or cherish private moments where the scene has always been set up for romance – sleep under canvas, relax on the fire pit deck that hangs over the Zambezi River, watch the reflection of the sunset and wildlife come down to drink from your own secluded spot.

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Victoria Falls River Lodge

Luxury, seclusion and intimacy, enhanced by uninterrupted views of the Zambezi River and riverine forest… this is what awaits you at one of the most remote Victoria Falls lodges in Zambezi National Park. It consists of two lavish properties – the River Lodge, ideal for families, and Island Lodge, our favorite for romance and an intimate retreat on stilts on the private island of Kandahar. Accessible only by boat, Victoria Falls Island Lodge is nestled among giant ilala palms, Natal mahogany and African ebony trees. Enjoy personalized butler service, sleeping on star beds under the night sky, game drives and guided nature walks in Zambezi National Park, private boat cruises and river kayaking, plus treatments at the spa. bliss.

There’s nothing better than sharing one of the world’s most awe-inspiring sights with your other half, but there’s so much more to Victoria Falls than just the spectacular display. From leisurely dining and thrilling wildlife encounters to breathtaking views and adrenaline rushes, Victoria Falls remains a popular destination for honeymooners and romantics year after year.

Beck Edwards is a director at Off 2 Africa. Off 2 Africa is an intrepid, larger than life inbound Destination Management Company in Southern Africa.

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