Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park: Day Trips and Tours from Livingstone

Tick off either game viewing or chasing waterfalls, or both, on an unforgettable day trip to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park from Livingstone and explore a part of the world's largest waterfall, Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

While the national park is less than 70 square kilometers, the mighty Zambezi river creates a haven for wildlife to thrive. Among the riverine forest, mopane woodland and grassland, you will see rhinos, giraffes, migratory elephants, buffalo, impala, zebra and more.

Bush walks are a particular favorite, allowing you to get up close to nature and learn about plants and tracking in the bush.

Here's all you need to know about Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, one of the most exciting day trips from Livingstone.

How to get to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park from Livingstone?

The park forms the southern border of Livingstone and it is only a few minute's drive from the center of town.

From Livingstone to Mosi-oa-Tunya by car

You can easily reach Mosi-oa-Tunya by car from Livingstone. Simply follow the M10 out of town and turn left once you reach the western limit of Livingstone. The road takes you into the park.

Guided tour to Mosi-oa-Tunya from Livingstone

A guided tour to Mosi-oa-Tunya is a quick and simple way to escape the town and get your bushveld fix. Tours depart early in the morning or in in the afternoon, allowing you to choose a convenient time to suit your itinerary.

How much does the entrance ticket to Mosi-oa-Tunya cost?

Mosi-oa-Tunya entry fees are broken down into four categories:

• Citizens: ZK25 (US$1.35)
• Residents and SADC Nationals: US$5
• International Visitors: US$10
• Self Drive (all): US$15
• Children (aged 5-13): 50% of all the rates
• Children (aged under 5): Free

What is the typical itinerary?

Day trips to Mosi-oa-Tunya are time-saving activities, only lasting a few hours in either the morning or the afternoon. Enjoy hotel pick-up and drop-off at either 6:30 AM or around 2:30 PM, and drive a few minutes to the park.

There are a few different experiences in the park, most of them centering around the commanding white rhino. Some tours take you into the park on foot to explore the wonders of the African bush while others stop at the rhino sanctuary before you set off on an intimate safari.

Halfway through your experience, you will stop at a Zambezi river viewing point to enjoy some light refreshments in the company of hippos and crocodiles wading in the shallows.

Most tours last between 2 and 4 hours after which you will be dropped off at your Livingstone hotel again.

What kinds of tours are available to go to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park?

Choose a private or a small group excursion to Mosi-oa-Tunya for a memorable bush experience in Zambia.

Guided tours to Mosi-oa-Tunya from Livingstone

A guided tour to Mosi-oa-Tunya is the most convenient way to visit the thriving nature on Livingstone’s border. With hotel pickup and drop-off, and small group sizes, you are guaranteed comfort and efficiency.

Choose from an adventurous walking expedition alongside the reclusive rhinos or relax on a comfortable safari vehicle, while your guide informs you about all the wonders of the bush around you.

Private tour to Mosi-oa-Tunya from Livingstone

For an unbeatable safari experience, venture out on a private tour to Mosi-oa-Tunya. Leave Livingstone at 8 am in a private safari vehicle and head out to Mosi-os-Tunya to start your game drive. You will leave the vehicle and head out on foot to view white rhinos grazing in their natural habitat, unobstructed and uncovered.

How much does a day trip to Mosi-oa-Tunya from Livingstone cost?

The white rhino walk in Mosi-oa-Tunya starts from US$60 per person for a 1.5-hour walk and US$90 per person for a 3-hour walk. Both of these offer hotel pick-up and drop-off in Livingstone as well as light refreshments.

A 3-hour guided safari in Mosi-oa-Tunya costs around US$80 per person and also includes snacks and transport.

A private walking and driving Safari combo costs around US$120 per person while a $180 per person private tour includes snacks and coffee and tea.

All Mosi-oa-Tunya day tours include your entry fees to the park.

What will you see and do?

The highlight of a Mosi-oa-Tunya day trip is meeting the endangered white rhinos of Zambia. Your qualified field guide will take you to a safe yet intimidating distance of the gentle giants, the closest you will ever dare to be.

Along the way, you will see dozens of other marvelous animals like zebras, impalas, warthogs and giraffes. You will also learn fascinating and valuable facts about the diverse fauna and flora of Zambia.

Driving safaris are equally captivating, offering you a relaxing and comfortable environment from where you can view the splendors of Mosi-oa-Tunya. Driving safaris also stop at the rhino sanctuary where orphaned rhinos are rehabilitated before being re-released into the wild.

What are the opening times?

Mosia-oa-Tunya is open 7 days a week from 7 AM to 7 PM.

When is the best time to visit Mosi-oa-Tunya?

June to August are the most popular months to visit Mosi-oa-Tunya. Travel to the park is mostly dictated by times to see Victoria falls which should be avoided in May when the spray is too strong to get a clear view. January and February are also good but it can be very hot.

What are the other day trips from Livingstone?

• Day trips to Chobe National Park from Livingstone

Travel tips

• Wear comfortable clothes that will be comfortable on a walk in the bush.
• Wear closed-toed walking shoes.
• Put on insect repellent and wear sunscreen and a hat.
• You can bring binoculars and a camera on your walk.
• Group sizes are small so it is essential to book in advance online.