Usually, a trip to Victoria Falls is complete after you walk on the sidewalks and spend an hour looking at the majestic water falling 700 meters. Our trip was not complete though. We observed that some Zambians were swimming in a pool at the edge of the falls. It looked very fun and dangerous, but we wanted to do it. The problem was that is was in the middle of the falls. Therefore, we found a Zambian to lead us through the Zambezi River to the middle where the pool was located. The Zambian’s name was Elvis. This adventure took an hour of wading through the waters and jumping from rock to rock, but we finally arrived at the edge of the falls.
We were only able to do this because it is the dry season for the falls. During the wet season, the rocks which we are standing on are covered by water. After taking pictures at the edge of the falls, we went swimming in a natural pool that forms at the edge of the falls during the dry season. This pool empties over the falls, but it is totally safe to swim in during this time of year. Unfortunately, we could not spend hours swimming in the pool because we had to get back to our guest house to be picked up for our sunset cruise.
I have to admit to you that these decisions were not smart. Standing at the edge of Victoria Falls and swimming in a pool that flows over the falls are stupid choices. Would I recommend doing this if you have the chance? Totally. Not safe, not smart, but totally worth it.
After our adventures at the falls on Friday night, we had an amazing opportunity to go on a sunset cruise on the Zambezi. We were able to see crocs and hippos while experiencing an amazing sunset. I have included pictures for your enjoyment.
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