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Livingstone & the Zambian Side
The Zambian side of the Falls: Livingstone Island, Devil’s Pool and the town named after the explorer.
Zambia
Livingstone (LVI)
~10 km over the bridge
Devil's Pool, Livingstone Island
Where is Livingstone, Zambia?
Livingstone is in southern Zambia, about 10 km north of Victoria Falls on the Zambezi. From Victoria Falls town in Zimbabwe you cross the Victoria Falls Bridge, which was completed in 1905, and pass through two border posts. The whole trip takes 20–40 minutes depending on queues. The Zambian side of the Falls is protected within Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park.
Livingstone Island and Devil's Pool
Livingstone Island sits right on the lip of the Falls. It’s where David Livingstone first saw them in 1855. Guided boat trips run to the island, and when the river is low enough (usually from around mid-year to January) guests can swim in Devil’s Pool, a natural rock pool on the edge of the drop. Choose a breakfast, lunch or high tea session.
Beyond the Falls
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park is home to white rhino, which are seen on guided walks. The town has a lively market and the Livingstone Museum, and the microlight airfield offers open-cockpit flights over the Falls.
What to see and do
- Devil's Pool swim (seasonal)
- Livingstone Island breakfast, lunch or high tea
- Microlight flight over the Falls
- White rhino walks in Mosi-oa-Tunya NP
- Knife-Edge Bridge and the Boiling Pot
Best time to visit Livingstone
Visit from August to January for Devil’s Pool and Livingstone Island. From about October to December parts of the Zambian side can run almost dry, so the Zimbabwe side shows more water then. From March to May the island usually closes because of high water.
How to get there from Victoria Falls
Livingstone Airport (LVI) has direct flights from Johannesburg. From Victoria Falls, we handle the bridge crossing. You’ll need a Zambian visa or the KAZA UniVisa, which covers Zimbabwe and Zambia.
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Livingstone & the Zambian Side: questions answered
Is Victoria Falls in Zambia?
Partly. The Falls are shared between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Zambia’s side is reached from Livingstone and includes Livingstone Island.
Do I need a visa to visit Livingstone from Victoria Falls?
Most visitors do. The KAZA UniVisa, when available, covers both Zimbabwe and Zambia. We’ll advise for your passport.
When can you swim in Devil's Pool?
Usually from around mid-August to January, when the water is low enough. Dates vary with the river each year.
Plan a trip to
Tell us your dates and travel style (budget, mid-range or premium) and we’ll send a plan.
Tours to Livingstone
3 Day Victoria Falls Explorer
The essential Victoria Falls short break: the Falls, the river and a night at the Boma, with room for one big adventure.
Victoria Falls
Livingstone Island Breakfast
Boat out to the island where David Livingstone first saw the Falls, then eat breakfast right on the edge.
⏱ Approx. 2–3 hours
Livingstone Island Lunch
The longest, most leisurely island visit: a swim at the edge and a gourmet lunch with the Falls thundering beside you.
⏱ Approx. 2–3 hours
Livingstone Island High Tea
Tea, cakes and the edge of the world: an afternoon session on Livingstone Island.
⏱ Approx. 2–3 hours
Microlight Flight over Victoria Falls (Zambia)
Nothing between you and the view: an open-cockpit flight over the Falls from the Zambian side.
⏱ 12–15 or 25 minutes flying
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