Zambezi National Park, together with Victoria Falls National Park, covers an area of 56,000ha.
 

The northern border of the Park is formed by the great Zambezi River which also forms the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia for much of its length.
 

Zambezi River Game Drive has an extensive network of roads along the river accessed through the main gate of the Park.
 

Chamabondo Game Drive in the southern part of the Park begins about 5km outside of Victoria Falls town and stretches 25km in length.
 

The river’s edge is overhung in many parts with a fringe of ebony and fig trees.
 

The floodplain is enclosed by mopane forest interspersed with acacia trees which provide a shady canopy. 
 

Hosts a wide variety of larger mammals including elephant, hippo, lion, buffalo, leopard and giraffe, as well as herds of sable antelope, eland, zebra, kudu, waterbuck and impala.
 

Ideal for bird spotting with over 400 recorded species.
 

The river is teaming with 75 species of fish and is famous for its bream and fighting tiger fish.
 

Fish eagles can be seen and heard for miles around.
 

Guided walks and canoeing safaris are available.
 

Best to visit during the dry winter season from June to September, although fishing is at its peak in September/October. 
 

Open all year round.