Discover the best time to visit Victoria Falls for breathtaking views and powerful spray. Learn when to go to see and feel the magic on both the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides.

Experience Victoria Falls at Its Best

Victoria Falls, also known as Mosi-oa-Tunya  – “The Smoke That Thunders” is a year-round destination that changes character with the seasons. Whether we’re visiting to admire its stunning beauty or to feel the mighty spray on our skin, the timing of our trip can make all the difference.

Let’s explore the best time to see and to feel Victoria Falls.

To See the Falls

If our goal is to see Victoria Falls in all its glory, we’re in luck, the Zimbabwean side provides fantastic views all year long. The layout of Victoria Falls National Park means we can enjoy multiple viewing points, each offering a different angle of the massive curtain of water. Even in the dry season, water still flows on this side, making it ideal for consistent sightseeing.

On the Zambian side, visibility changes more dramatically with the seasons. From October to December, the river’s flow can slow down significantly, and some parts of the waterfall may dry up. However, this is also the perfect time to access Devil’s Pool and Livingstone Island, when the river is low and calm enough for safe exploration.

To Feel the Falls

To feel the full force of Victoria Falls, the ideal time to visit is between April and July. This is the period after the rainy season, when the Zambezi River reaches its highest water levels. The waterfall roars with incredible power, the spray rises high above the gorge, and we can often feel the mist soaking us from head to toe, even before reaching the edge!

Both the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides offer unforgettable sensory experiences during these months. It’s the perfect time for travelers who want to be surrounded by the thunder, mist, and energy of the Falls.

Do keep in mind that the heavy spray can sometimes obscure the view, but the sheer feeling of the place more than makes up for it.

Final Thoughts

Whether we’re hoping for clear, breathtaking views or a heart-pounding, rain-soaked adventure, Victoria Falls delivers.

Let Victoria Falls Frontiers help plan the perfect experience from tours to car hire and souvenirs so all we have to do is take in the wonder.