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Things to Do in Livingstone

Livingstone is the Zambian gateway to Victoria Falls, known for Knife-Edge Bridge views, the seasonal Devil's Pool swim, Zambezi river safaris and easy access to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. It suits travellers who want the falls with a slightly quieter base.

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Livingstone, Zambia

Livingstone at a glance

When can you swim in Devil's Pool?
Devil's Pool swims usually run in the low-water months, roughly August to December, and are always guided. Exact dates depend on river levels each year.
Is Livingstone or Victoria Falls town better?
Both give access to the falls. Livingstone offers Devil's Pool and Knife-Edge Bridge views; Victoria Falls town offers the wider rainforest walk and a more compact tourist centre.

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Livingstone travel information

Country
Zambia
Nearest airport
Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International (LVI)
Best time to visit
August to December for Devil's Pool, March to June for peak flow
Getting around
Taxis and tour transfers; the falls entrance is a short drive from town
Language
English is the official language

Frequently asked questions about Livingstone

When can you swim in Devil's Pool?

Devil's Pool swims usually run in the low-water months, roughly August to December, and are always guided. Exact dates depend on river levels each year.

Is Livingstone or Victoria Falls town better?

Both give access to the falls. Livingstone offers Devil's Pool and Knife-Edge Bridge views; Victoria Falls town offers the wider rainforest walk and a more compact tourist centre.

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Planning things to do in Livingstone

Livingstone lies about 10 kilometres from the Zambian entrance to Victoria Falls. From the Knife-Edge Bridge you look straight across the Eastern Cataract, and in low-water season guided swims to Devil's Pool on the lip of the falls become possible.

The town is also a base for microlight and helicopter flights, river boarding, canoeing on the upper Zambezi and short game drives in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Sunset cruises leave from jetties a short drive from most hotels.

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