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- Zimbabwe
- Victoria Falls
- Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls
The majestic Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke that
Thunders), are located on the Zambezi River, between Zambia and
Zimbabwe. Explorer David Livingstone named the falls for Queen
Victoria when he first saw them in 1855. One of the seven natural
wonders of the world, the falls have been attracting travellers and
adventure seekers for decades, its pounding waters creating a mist
that can be seen for miles and the sound of the falls, especially
in the rainy season (November to April), making it difficult to
hear anything else. There is a trail that runs along the cliff
adjacent to the waterfall which visitors can use to reach the
scenic viewpoints, and the Flight of Angels helicopter tour is a
phenomenal way to see the falls from above. Guided tours are also
available, which include collection and drop off from your
hotel.
Information & Facts
Language
English is the official language in Zimbabwe, although it
is only spoken as a first language by a tiny percentage of the
population. Several indigenous languages are spoken including Shona
and Ndebele.
Money
The official currency is the US dollar (USD). The Zimbabwe
dollar (ZWD) was effectively abandoned as the official curency in
early 2009. Major credit cards, including Visa and MasterCard, are
accepted in most of the larger hotels, restaurants and shops; Many
smaller establishments still do not have credit card facilities;
Diners Club and American Express are sometimes not accepted. ATM
facilities, dispensing US$, are available in the cities.
Time
Local time in Zimbabwe is GMT +2.