Helicopter flying above Victoria Falls and the misty Zambezi gorge
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Helicopter Flight — 12/13 Minutes (Zimbabwe) Victoria Falls

Fly the legendary Flight of Angels over Mosi-oa-Tunya.

Helicopter Flights Victoria Falls

Experience the awe-inspiring scale and beauty of Victoria Falls from a breathtaking aerial perspective. Board our state-of-the-art helicopters featuring bubble windows, offering uninterrupted views of the majestic waterfall, Zambezi River, and scenic landscapes. Depending on your chosen flight, you may also glimpse the stunning Batoka Gorge, lush rainforest vegetation, and diverse wildlife along the riverbanks. It’s an unforgettable journey that showcases the grandeur of Victoria Falls and its surrounding wonders, providing a unique and immersive aerial adventure that will leave you mesmerized.

Helicopter flights

Helicopter activity packages

Activity Description

Experience the “Flight of Angels” perspective first hand – first documented by David Livingstone in 1855 when he wrote on discovering The Falls “Scenes so lovely; they must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight”. After take-off, the helicopter turns out towards the magnificent Victoria Falls. Our pilot will fly circuits over The Falls in both directions giving you the best viewing and photographic opportunities. A trip up river and back over the Zambezi National Park completes your flight.

Arrangements

Duration
Open ended
When
All year round, weather permitting
Where
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Weather
Weather permitting
What to Wear
Comfortable clothing
Things to Bring
What to bring: booking voucher, camera / video cameras. What not to bring: we recommend that all valuables be left in hotel lockups, and no heavy belongings as there is a weight limitation.
Guests or Spectators
Please note: each helicopter has a centre seat which allows photographic opportunities from both sides; seats cannot be pre-booked. Our helicopters provide service to the Medical Air Rescue Service for all its search and rescue operations — should an emergency situation arise, your flight may be cancelled and rescheduled. Flights may also have to be cancelled due to bad weather. Should you not be able to reschedule your flight, a full refund will be given through your agent (if pre-booked) on return to your domicile. Helicopter flights are a disability friendly activity. There is a maximum weight limit of 120 kg per person, however flight rearrangements may still be made to accommodate a client exceeding this limit. Indemnity & insurance: The Zambezi Helicopter Company has Public Liability Insurance cover of US$5 million per incident, underwritten by Lloyds of London.

Requirements

Minimum Age
0 years
Minimum Height
0.0 m
Maximum Height
0.0 m
Fitness Level
No Fitness Requirement
Maximum Weight
120.0 kg
Certification
Not Applicable
Experience Level
No Experience Requirement

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Courtesy pick up and drop off from anywhere in the Victoria Falls town centre and all major hotels and lodges
  • National Park fees
  • Fuel levy

Exclusions

  • Airport tax or any other rates or tax applicable are not included in the flight/charter rates
  • Professionally personalized HD video productions and photographs of the flights are available for viewing and purchase at the end of your flight
  • Transfers outside Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Notes

  • Pick up times are 30 minutes before the confirmed flight time (i.e. pickup 08h30, fly at 09h00)
  • Flight times will be confirmed by our reservations team and can be at any time between your selected time slot
  • Activity duration – 12/13 minutes
  • Activity turnaround time – 1 hour (including return transfers, check-in procedure and activity video viewing)

Child policy

  • No age restriction
  • Children need to be accompanied by an adult/guardian
  • Children under 3 years of age are flown free of charge sitting on their parent’s lap
  • All children over 3 years are charged full price

Important Info

Where
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Duration
00 hours, 30 minutes, 00 seconds
When
All year round, weather permitting
What to wear
Comfortable clothing
Description
Experience the “Flight of Angels” perspective first hand — first documented by David Livingstone in 1855 when he wrote on discovering The Falls “Scenes so lovely; they must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight”. After take-off, the helicopter turns out towards the magnificent Victoria Falls. Our pilot will fly circuits over The Falls in both directions giving you the best viewing and photographic opportunities. A trip up river and back over the Zambezi National Park completes your flight.
What to bring
What to bring: booking voucher, camera / video cameras. What not to bring: we recommend that all valuables be left in hotel lockups, and no heavy belongings as there is a weight limitation.
Inclusions
Courtesy pick up and drop off from anywhere in the Victoria Falls town centre and all major hotels and lodges. National Park fees. Fuel levy.
Exclusions
Airport tax or any other rates or tax applicable are not included in the flight/charter rates. Professionally personalized HD video productions and photographs of the flights are available for viewing and purchase at the end of your flight. Transfers outside Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Breathtaking Views

Helicopter flights provide an unparalleled aerial perspective of Victoria Falls, allowing passengers to witness its majestic beauty and sheer power from above. The panoramic views of the cascading waters, mist-filled gorges, and surrounding landscapes are simply breathtaking.

Flights of Angels

The 12/13 minute helicopter flight over Victoria Falls provides a unique and immersive perspective that can’t be replicated from the ground. Passengers have the opportunity to appreciate the full scale and grandeur of the waterfall, gaining a deeper understanding of its natural beauty and geological significance.

Zambezi Spectacular

The 25 minute helicopter flight allows participants to marvel at the majestic waterfall from above, capturing spectacular views of the Zambezi River and Batoka Gorge. The “Zambezi Spectacular” offers a thrilling ride over the Zambezi National Park, showcasing the expansive “Mosi-oa-Tunya” (the smoke that thunders) curtain of water.