Being the seventh natural wonder of the world, The Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe is famous for several gems that flow through its majestic waterfall. It is indeed one of the places on earth worth listing as a must-see and must-experience as it provides an intangible once-in-a-lifetime enchanting experience. Here are some of the reasons why Victoria Falls is so famous.
1. The rainforest
Nothing beats the experience of walking through the rainforest while marvelling at the thick sheets of overflowing water and rising mist. The thundering sound that accompanies such as majestic sight is why the falls are affectionately known as ‘The Smoke That Thunders.’ The experience of getting soaked as you walk through the miracle of a spectacle is one that you can only encounter in Victoria Falls.
The surrounding local myths about the rainforest are also why The Victoria Falls are so famous. Myth has it that an entire living water village underneath the magnificent body mass. Some claim to be able to hear distant voices coming from the depths of the body mass, indicating life.
Locals believe that the entire surroundings are supernatural and should be revered respectfully. If the powers that anchor the waterfall get angry, misfortune follows the transgressor.
2. Wildlife
The Wildlife Encounter in Victoria Falls is breath-taking. You can meet with lions from the safety of an underground tunnel and marvel at the lions feeding. Game drives into lions’ enclosures are just as awe-striking as you get to enjoy the beasts in their natural habitat and learn about their behaviours.
On a regular walk around town, you can see warthogs and baboons that effortlessly go about their day together with tourists, unaffected by the colourful buzz. The elephants casually roaming the streets during the evening say, ‘it’s our turn now to experience the town.’ The wildlife truly is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
3. Traditional Food
The traditional food your palate explores and has your stomach full of is another reason Victoria Falls is popular. From pork trotters, pig feet, oxtail, and traditional chicken served with pounded mealy meal; to rice mixed with peanut butter- the traditional food provides a unique food culture. The accompanying game meat, which is smoked, makes for a full plate and smoked vegetables. Vegetarian options are always prepared to accommodate all dietary requirements.
4. Activities
There is an activity for each person in Victoria Falls. For the adrenalin junkies, bungee jumping, gorge swinging, white water rafting and tandem swinging are just some activities that have you hanging onto your breath for life! For those who enjoy more laid-back experiences, cruises, game drives, and high tea may be preferred. The memories that are made in Victoria Falls are truly erasable.
Explore Victoria Falls!
Visiting Victoria Falls is a must. Soaking in the falls and experiencing the wildlife encounter make for erasable memories. The food, music, shopping and activities are the cherry on top and shall forever remain ingrained in your memory.