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Helicopter Scenic Flight Over Victoria Falls - 13 Minute Flight.

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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • 1 hour (approx.)
  • Flight time: 13 minutes
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Soar above one of the world's most spectacular waterfalls on this helicopter flight over Victoria Falls. Fly up the Zambezi River and past the Batoka Gorge on your chosen 13- or 25-minute flight, which includes hotel pickup and guided narration.
  • Enjoy fantastic aerial views of the mighty Victoria Falls
  • Multiple times offered throughout the day
  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
  • A small group means a more intimate experience

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Pilot/guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Government Fees
    VAT of 15.5%
  • Fuel surcharge
    $18.00 per person
  • Entrance fee - National Park and Aviation Tax
    $18.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please note pick up times are approximate and may vary a few minutes either way.

Itinerary

Victoria Falls (Pass By)

To do Africa (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Total weight per passenger: 265 lbs
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Pick up times are approximate and may vary slightly
  • Please provide your pick up location
  • Total Max weight of passengers: 600kg
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Featured review

sarah_l
We did this for my birthday and I can honestly say this is one of the most memorable experiences I’ve ever had, it was absolutely incredible. It’s a must do if you’re visiting VC it’s the only way to see the magnificent falls from an aerial view. Breathtaking 😊

Reviews

4.4
based on 100 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Highly recommend

Nathalie_D, Feb 2026
Such a great helicopter ride and so worth it. To view the Falls that way is amazing and we were up there for 15 min but seemed like so much more

Not the best view

Anders_O, Sep 2025
Not as good view as expected. Helicopterride was not flying close to the falls. No extra information given during flight

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Hi Anderson, I am sorry that you felt that the view of Victoria Falls was not as good as you expected. The height of the flights is governed by strict regulations, for flight safety, but as well as conservation and regard for the tourists in the park that wouldnt want the sound of the helicopter right overhead. We do however hope that overall you did enjoy the spectaculr Victoria Falls.

A definite highlight!

Polly_M, Jul 2025
We were promptly picked up at our lodge. Everything went very smoothly. Our group consisted of 3 people and we went up in a 4 person helicopter by ourselves. We did the 25 minute ride and the pilot was fantastic, making sure both sides of the helicopter had a view of the falls, the gorges, and the animals in the park. It gave us a chance to see the falls from a different perspective and we signed up for the last flight of the day, which is the time the sun hits the droplets and produces rainbows. It was a very smooth ride and one of the highlights of our stay in Victoria Falls.

We had a loverly time...

Christine_P, Jun 2025
We had a loverly time picked up in time good conversation with driver . Really enjoyed our trip . Well worth the money

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Hi Christine, thank you for your review, the helicopter flight over Victoria Falls is a great experience, and I ham really pleased that you enjoyed it

Lovely views of the Falls.

Elise_C, Apr 2025
It's busy !!! We were on a tight schedule to get to airport. Needed to pester staff to get on helicopter ASAP. Other than that, trip was brilliant. Allow yourself plenty of time !

Very professional...

Tim_S, Mar 2025
Very professional experience. Friendly and helpful staff. Magnificent views. I liked that they had a personalized photo compilation afterwards.

A must do at Victoria Falls

NevilleR_C, Nov 2024
Seeing the whole aspect of the river, the falls and the sheer size of the gorge. Flight was smooth and comfortable and the whole operation fantastic.

no interaction from the pilot.

constance_s, Aug 2024
The flight was smooth. The views were lovely. Although most of the landscaper this time of the year is very dry and winter looking. Can't help that. The pilot on the other hand? Never spoke one word to us. did not introduce himself. I have been on helicopter rides before the pilot talks to us. Ask us where we're from and then of course talks to us about what we're seeing as we fly over. He took us up for 12 minutes and brought us back down without speaking a word. This is unacceptable. Some of the staff said it maybe because his transmissions weren't working that's even more alarming that he couldn't speak to people in the back of the helicopter who couldn't even see him.

Awesome views, professional service

David_A, May 2024
This is a must do activity for anyone visiting the falls! Couldn’t more highly recommend this flight.

Great service and communication

Kirsten_M, Apr 2024
I texted the company the day before to confirm our appointment time and they got back to us. The next morning they called our hotel to let us know they would be coming 15 minutes early. Great communication. The van transport was on time and the friendly service was excellent. Everything there was organized and they kept us informed of when we would fly. Smooth and efficient like any good company should be. I would fly with them again.

My flight was canceled...

Angela_G, Jul 2023
My flight was canceled and I began communicating with the tour provider directly asking about canceling the excursion and I asked for a refund. Once I got to the destination, I made attempts to reschedule and they were unable to fit me in and they stopped communicating with me. Very disappointed in the service.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Good Day Angela, Your booking was for the 22 July at +/- 08h30 am. Please note, due to your own arrival delays to Victoria Falls, you cancelled the Booking at 7h27 PM on the night before the flight. Our reservationist then cancelled your booking as per your instructions. Then at 17h15 PM on 22nd of July you requested if you could get a new booking for the morning of the 23rd July, but you stated it had to be early morning as you had another activity at 08h30am and then were leaving town. Jenny the agent that you communicated with right from the start of your delayed flight in South Africa, tried to get you a NEW booking, but then informed you on your whatsapp that there were no available flights before 08h30 am and she was unable to get you a booking. Whilst we are very sorry that you did not get to participate in this amazing experience, Jenny tried right through your travel delays to help you and then to reschedule your flight, and then communicated to you there were no available flights in your time limit, I cant see how you term this as a lack of communication or with respect poor service.

From the air you get a...

Dominic_W, Feb 2023
From the air you get a totally different perspective on the Falls. Breathtaking vistas over the whole Zambezi. Flight itself was very smooth. Even saw some elephants!

If never been on a...

Bruce_W, Jan 2023
If never been on a helicopter, the tour is fine. It would have been more enjoyable if there was a commentary provided on what you see and/or history. Could have been an audio track since they fly the same route multiple times a day. Our pilot only pointed out animals when over Chobi Park. Be prepared for flight changes due to weather which is out of their hands

Awesome!!

DebraJ_G, Jan 2023
Such a great experience. I would recommend to everyone to take this tour! We were very comfortable with the pilot, he was very good. There is not a better view of the whole area.

Buyer beware

Greg_V, Jan 2023
Make sure you read the fine print when you book this flight. Under “inclusions.” They also list everything that is excluded, including a $30 per person park fee and fuel level. The whole time you were waiting to get on the helicopter there is a guy jumping around, taking pictures of you, usually without your knowledge. Don’t spend the extra money on the extra 10 minute ride over the national park unless you want to go around in circles looking at an elephant for 10 minutes. Then there is the post flight video that you are forced to watch that shows all the embarrassing moments that lead up to your flight and then they want $50 US for a copy of the flight video and embarrassing photos that they took. The only saving grace on this trip was the views , I expected a lot more for $800 US. Or maybe I expected a lot less.

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Dear Greg, Thank you for the time you took to post this review. The National Parks fees and Fuel Levy are very clearly listed on the Website and the Booking Platform and are also very clear on the ticket you get from the booking system, so I don't think the T&C's are "fine print". The Parks Fee is actually combination of a government aviation fee and Parks Fees, and by law all operators have to collect these on behalf of these bodies. The Fuel Levy was introduced last August by all operators due to the steep hike in fuel costs worldwide, and was done as as a special levy as opposed to hiking the price, so hopefully when prices drop it can be withdrawn. In terms of the videography, Im sorry that you felt that pictures of yourself were embarrassing and you felt this was an intrusion, the videos are actually very popular and a high % of our guests do buy these as momentos. Also viewing the videos after the flight is totally voluntary as is purchasing them, and no-one is under any obligation to do either. Overall Im sorry the flight did not meet your expectations, if you look down the long lists of positive reviews here, it obviously comes down to personal preferences and we obviously didn't meet yours, and we are disappointed about this.

Victoria falls from the sky

KYEONGJI_M, Jan 2023
It is special experience for me because I can see whole Victoria falls. I really recommend this. I hope you experience same thing.

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Thank you for the great review, it is a special experience and we are glad you enjoyed it

Fabulous

sarah_l, Jan 2023
We did this for my birthday and I can honestly say this is one of the most memorable experiences I’ve ever had, it was absolutely incredible. It’s a must do if you’re visiting VC it’s the only way to see the magnificent falls from an aerial view. Breathtaking 😊

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Hi Sarah, thanks for letting us know you had a great experience, Im really chuffed that you enjoyed the flight of the angels.

Terrible experience, waste of money

Robert_C, Nov 2022
I booked the helicopter flight months in advance and was advised that my booking was provisional as they had a two person minimum for flights. The company would advise of any changes. On the morning of the flight after waiting 20 minutes after the pickup time, the hotel staff contacted the company. I was advised that my flight had been cancelled without consent or consultation; neither was I offered a refund. I had booked the flight for 08:30 when conditions would be favourable for photography. My flight was rescheduled for 15:00 when conditions were really bad for photography but I had no choice but take the flight. The helicopter was cramped with little room to move around to take photographs. There were two other singles on the flight and I had to rush back to my hotel to meet a pickup for a more enjoyable activity. Because of this I did not even get to review the video of the flight.

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Hi Robert, I am sorry that you did not have a good flight. Unfortunately the Helicopters do require a Minimum number to fly, due to the cost, and this condition was communicated to you that the booking could only be held as provisional as there were no other bookings. It seems however that the office never informed you the day before, as is procedure that there were still no other bookings for the time you requested, and informed you of the cancellation of your provisional Booking, and for this we do apologise. Often as in this case, there are other last minute bookings, and hence they added you to a booking that came in, again we apologise that it was not the time you requested.

SUPER AND WORTH WHILE

DrLouise_O, Oct 2022
All the staff was professional and the flight was on time and well managed. The pilot was an excellent pilot (I have been a pilot for many years). A very scenic and enjoyable flights.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Thanks for the great review, seing the spectacular Victoria Falls from the air is really special, we appreciate your feedback

Awesome Experience. 5-Stars!!!

midwaytoheaven, Sep 2022
Simply amazing flight. 5 passengers were on our flight. Seating was comfortable. Pilot speaks to everyone thru your headset. Bubble windows allow for great photo taking. Wonderful views of the falls. We went on a 25 minute flight

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Hey Midway, Thank you for taking time to give such an excellent review. Im so pleased that you enjoyed this amazing experience.

Amazing Experience

Keith_P, Aug 2022
What an amazing experience. If you are coming to Victoria Falls you shouldn't miss this Flight of Angels. It is definitely a highlight of our trip to Africa.

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Hi Keith, Now you can appreciate how David Livingstone made the comment about "the flight of angels" it is spectacular isnt it? Im so happy that you had such a great experience

Beautiful!!

Amanda_B, Jul 2022
Really amazing views! Wish it was a little longer, but the falls were so beautiful from the air. Lovely experience!

Well worth it!

Ciaran_D, Jul 2022
The helicopter ride was excellent. The views were well worth it and overall the experience was very enjoyable. They provided photos and video after and safety felt perfect.

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Ciaran, the Flight of the Angels, is one of those lifetime experiences that is hard to beat, so we are so happy that you enjoyed it.

Essential experience to get an idea of the magnificence of the falls

Marthinus_R, Jun 2022
There isn’t any aspect that could/should be singled out. The whole experience is an essential addition to visiting the falls on foot.

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Good Day, Thanks for a great review, it really is rewarding getting positive feedback from our guests. We are glad you enjoyed it

Great Experience, Very Professional

Austin_R, Jun 2022
Really amazing experience flying over Victoria Falls. Was my first time in a helicopter but everyone was very professional and the trip went smoothly. Highly recommend doing if you visit the falls.

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Dear Austin, Victoria Falls is an awesome site, and especially from the air, we are so glad you enjoyed it.

Fanstastic experience

Sander_S, May 2022
A great experience to see the Victoria falls from the sky. I never forget this it was beautiful. If you want (optional) you get a nice video and pictures from the start of your helicopter tour.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Sander, Thanks for taking time out to review your experience, we are so pleased that you enjoyed it, please don't take too long to come back and visit again

Excellent pilot, amazing...

Petros_H, May 2022
Excellent pilot, amazing views, both of the Falls and of the National Park, BUT I think, it would have been perfect if at certain moments the heli flew a bit lower.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Hi Petros, Thank you for the great feedback, Im glad you enjoyed the flight. In terms of the height of the flight, first and foremost the safety of our guests is paramount, and the flight heights is strictly regulated to all the operators for this reason, and also not to intrude too much on the experience of the visitors on the ground in the Victoria Falls Rainforest. We do hope you come back and visit us again soon

Helicopter ride over Victoria Falls!! Do it!!

Sue_J, May 2022
Booked w/a group of friends. Needed multiple helicopters which they easily accommodated for our big group. Went up in groups of 3 and 5. No real personal attention or interaction from ground or flight crew but the views were amazing and we were safe. Quick, efficient company. Safe operation. Only way to real see the area and Victoria Falls is from the air. I'd fly with them again!!

Response from Host, May 2022

Hi Sue, Thank you for the time you took to do a review. Im glad you enjoyed the experience, and we always welcome constructive reviews so we can constantly improve. Hope to see you again soon.

THE FLIGHT WAS AMAZING....

LeopoldTD_C, May 2022
THE FLIGHT WAS AMAZING. Had a great view of the Falls and National Park. I would recommend this activity anytime.

Response from Host, May 2022

Thank you for taking the time to do a review of the Flight of the Angels, we are so pleased that you enjoyed it

Truly a deserved natural wonder of the world

Deborah_P, Oct 2021
Seeing the falls from the ground they are magnificent, but seeing them from the air is the only way to appreciate the vastness and magnificence of them

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