Helicopter Tour · Victoria Falls
How to choose
With 17 offers ranging from 152 € to 419 €, the choice depends on your desired exposure time. Shearwater Victoria Falls provides the best starting value with a flight for 152 €. For a quick, high-intensity hit, Mjair offers a 15 min circuit at 158 €, while Livingstone's Adventure offers a 15 min flight for 180 €. If you want to extend the adrenaline into the evening, And Untamed Travel bundles the flight with a 5h Zambezi dinner cruise for 379 €. The tours hold an average rating of 5/5 across 11 reviews, so you must decide between a focused 14 to 25 min aerial rush or a multi-activity day ending on the river.
17 offers available
Our picks
Victoria Falls Flight of Angels Helicopter Experience
The entry-level flight from Shearwater Victoria Falls at 152 € provides the most accessible way to see the falls from above.
Victoria Falls 25 Minute Helicopter Flight with Lunch
The 25 min flight by Bushshrike Safaris for 347 € focuses on maximum air time over the gorge and falls.
Helicopter Flight to Victoria Falls and Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi from the City of Victoria Falls
A 5h combination of a helicopter overflight and a Zambezi dinner cruise for 379 €.
Victoria Falls Helicopter Flight Wildlife Safari Combo
Combines a 15 min flight with a wildlife safari for 395 €, perfect for those wanting to see the Big Five from the air and ground.
Frequently asked questions
How high does the helicopter fly over Victoria Falls?
Pilots typically follow routes that give you a direct overhead view of the full waterfall curtain and the Boiling Pot gorge below. The exact altitude varies by route and operator, but the perspective from above the mist plume is what makes this format distinct from any ground viewpoint.
What's the most intense moment of the flight?
Most passengers flag the first pass directly over the main falls as the peak moment, when the drop into the Batoka Gorge opens up beneath you. The 14 to 25 min options concentrate the entire experience around that overflight, providing the most concentrated adrenaline hit.
Is 15 minutes enough, or should I go for the longer option?
With 17 different offers available, you can choose between a 14 min sprint and a 5h combo. Shearwater Victoria Falls offers a flight for 152 €, while And Untamed Travel includes a Zambezi dinner cruise in their 5h package for 379 €. If you want the longest pure flight time, look for the 25 min options.
Do I need to speak Afrikaans or is English sufficient?
English is listed for 2 of the 17 tours. The And Untamed Travel tour also provides service in Afrikaans, which is a specific advantage for South African visitors. No other languages are currently listed in the operator data.
Where exactly do I get picked up?
Adventure Zone Victoria Falls collects you from any accommodation in the Victoria Falls area of Zimbabwe (Zambia-side stays are excluded). And Untamed Travel picks up within 3 km of the Explorers Village Hotel in Victoria Falls town.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.9 °C | 257.5 mm | Possible |
| February | 23.7 °C | 171.2 mm | Good |
| March | 23.5 °C | 77.3 mm | Peak |
| April | 22.5 °C | 25.8 mm | Peak |
| May | 21.4 °C | 0.8 mm | Peak |
| June | 18.6 °C | 6.4 mm | Peak |
| July | 18.5 °C | 0.4 mm | Peak |
| August | 20.8 °C | 1.5 mm | Peak |
| September | 25.7 °C | 0 mm | Peak |
| October | 29.3 °C | 2.2 mm | Peak |
| November | 27.7 °C | 71.4 mm | Peak |
| December | 24.2 °C | 258.2 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Where physical fitness is specified, operators welcome all fitness levels, so no physical prep is required. Wear a light layer: the helicopter door may be open or removed for photography, and wind chill at altitude is real even in warm weather. Bring sunglasses, secure any loose items, and keep your camera or phone on a wrist strap.
Getting there
Direct hotel pick-up is available in Victoria Falls town, Zimbabwe. Adventure Zone Victoria Falls picks up anywhere in the Victoria Falls area (Zimbabwe side only), while And Untamed Travel collects within 3 km of the Explorers Village Hotel.
See also
Helicopter Tour elsewhere
Other activities in Victoria Falls
Updated September 2026