Victoria Falls to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park: 4.4 km Route
This 4.4 km route connects Victoria Falls with Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park in Zimbabwe, traversing some of the region's most challenging terrain. The 43-minute journey showcases the dramatic landscape between these two iconic destinations.
- Mode
- Places
- Start
- Victoria Falls
- End
- Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
- Stops
- 2
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Victoria Falls — Seen up close and personal before continuing journey
- Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park — Park resembling Jurassic Park landscape, crossed after Victoria Falls
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Roads between Victoria Falls and Bulawayo are extremely poor with massive potholes. Expect multiple detours and significantly longer travel times than estimated. Allow extra fuel capacity.
- Transport
- During rainy season in Zimbabwe, roads flood rapidly and visibility becomes severely limited. Wear waterproof gear and use high-visibility equipment when riding motorcycles.
- Save money
- Not all gas stations accept card payments in remote Zimbabwe areas. Carry cash (local currency) for fuel purchases, as card machines may be offline or unavailable.
- Transport
- Gas stations can be closed or out of fuel in remote areas. Top up fuel at every opportunity and don't rely on GPS estimates for station locations. Ask locals for directions.
- Timing
- An 8-9 hour drive in Zimbabwe can take significantly longer due to road conditions and detours. Plan accordingly and avoid night driving in poor weather when visibility is extremely limited.
- Transport
- Prepare waterproof clothing (jackets, pants, gloves) before entering rainy season roads. The process of putting them on takes time, so don't wait until rain starts.
- Avoid
- Avoid running out of fuel in unfamiliar towns at night. Remote areas may have limited safe options for stopping and seeking help for fuel or cash exchange.
- Transport
- Trucks on Zimbabwe roads travel with high beams that cause severe visibility issues, especially in rain and mud. Stay alert and prepare for sudden changes in road conditions.
- Tip
- Expect multiple route detours on Zimbabwe roads. GPS and local advice may conflict. Ask locals about current road conditions and which detours are passable.
- Transport
- Mud riding requires proper protective clothing. Heavy rain turns roads to mud; with right gear it's manageable but without protection it's dangerous.
Video on this route
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