A new book by Lonely Planet reveals the top 50 must-see world wonders – with the experts picking out their top 10 especially for MailOnline Travel. A great read if you’re looking to trek across the globe, World’s Great Wonders brings together the most amazing manmade structures and natural creations. In at number one is the Victoria Falls, the world’s largest curtain of falling water a truly mesmerising sight.
You can view the falls from all vantage points on many of our tours as we cover Zimbabwe and Zambia. We’ve lined up a list of the best ways to get a close up of this amazing spectacle, the three options offering something for the dare devils amongst you and those of you who want to take it all in at your leisure.
When David Livingstone uttered those immortal words, “gazed upon by angels in their flight,” he really captured the magnificence of this natural wonder. There are several available activities when it comes to flying over the falls, including a micro-flight and also a recently launched huey flight for adrenaline seekers! Take to the African skies on our 21-day East African Explorer overland tour.
Zimbabwe claims 15 of the total 19 viewpoints, and some people say the country offers the best views of the falls. Go there on our 7-day Rediscover Zimbabwe small group safari.
Bungy jumping isn’t for the faint hearted, but with falls as a backdrop it always helps to calm those last minute nerves. Arguably one of the best bungy jumps in the world, leap into the abyss and enjoy your 111 metre plummet towards the Zambezi. Take the plunge on our 7-day African Insight overland expedition.
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