Sight guide · Victoria Falls · Zimbabwe
Visiting Victoria Falls Bridge
Completed in 1905 as part of Cecil Rhodes's planned Cape-to-Cairo railway, the steel arch bridge spans the Batoka Gorge between Zimbabwe and Zambia, about 128 metres above the river.
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Quick answer
Victoria Falls Bridge is a landmark in Victoria Falls Hotel and the bridge, Victoria Falls. Allow 1–2 hours; it is low cost. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Landmark
- Area
- Victoria Falls Hotel and the bridge
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- history, views, active and architecture
- Best months
- March and May–June
About Victoria Falls Bridge
Completed in 1905 as part of Cecil Rhodes's planned Cape-to-Cairo railway, the steel arch bridge spans the Batoka Gorge between Zimbabwe and Zambia, about 128 metres above the river. It is the platform for a bungee jump, a gorge swing and a zipline, and a guided bridge tour explains its construction from the walkways beneath the deck.
Tip: Walking onto the bridge means leaving Zimbabwe's border post; bring your passport and ask the border officials for a gate pass before you go.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 1–2 hours.
- Cost: Low cost.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Victoria Falls Hotel and the bridge, edwardian grandeur on the edge of the gorge, steps from the bridge.
Best time to visit Victoria Falls Bridge
To avoid the biggest crowds, aim for the quietest of the good months:
- March: 30°C (86°F) highs, about 8 rainy days, moderate crowds.
- May: 28°C (82°F) highs, about 0 rainy days, busy crowds.
- June: 25°C (77°F) highs, about 0 rainy days, busy crowds.
For the view at golden hour: in mid-March the sun sets at about 18:32 local time (calculated for Victoria Falls).
When to visit Victoria Falls has the full month-by-month picture.
Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Victoria Falls itinerary visits Victoria Falls Bridge on day 1, together with Victoria Falls rainforest (Zimbabwe side), Victoria Falls Hotel and Stanley's Terrace and Lunar rainbow visits.
- No. 2 of the 14 sights in our Victoria Falls things-to-do list.
- Day 1 of the 1-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 2-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 5-day plan.
Near Victoria Falls Bridge
Also in Victoria Falls Hotel and the bridge, so you can walk between them:
- Victoria Falls rainforest (Zimbabwe side) — 2–3 hours, mid-priced
- Victoria Falls Hotel and Stanley's Terrace — 1–2 hours, mid-priced
- Lunar rainbow visits — 1–2 hours, mid-priced
If you like Victoria Falls Bridge
- Devil's Pool and Livingstone Island — Livingstone riverfront (Zambia), 2–3 hours
Staying near Victoria Falls Bridge
Stay in Victoria Falls Hotel and the bridge ($$$$) to walk here: edwardian grandeur on the edge of the gorge, steps from the bridge. All areas to stay in Victoria Falls.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Victoria Falls Bridge?
Plan 1–2 hours. With Victoria Falls rainforest (Zimbabwe side) nearby, it fits a half-day in Victoria Falls Hotel and the bridge.
+Is Victoria Falls Bridge free?
No, it is low cost. Tickets are usually available on the day.
+When is the best time to visit Victoria Falls Bridge?
March and May–June, the quietest of the good months. Walking onto the bridge means leaving Zimbabwe's border post; bring your passport and ask the border officials for a gate pass before you go.
+Do I need to book Victoria Falls Bridge in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.