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Launch from the historic Victoria Falls Bridge and freefall 111 meters into a mist-lit gorge. Read practical tips on timing, restrictions, and what to expect from the Shearwater bungee experience.
Launch from the historic Victoria Falls Bridge and freefall 111 meters into a mist-lit gorge. Read practical tips on timing, restrictions, and what to expect from the Shearwater bungee experience.
You step onto the catwalk with the spray in your face and the roar of the Zambezi filling the air. The bridge arches across a basalt gorge split by the river, a ribbon of steel suspended 111 meters above where water and mist meet. For four seconds you fall; then the cord catches, the world flips, and the gorge answers with a rainbow.
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Operated by Shearwater Adventures (Pvt) Ltd · Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North
You step onto the catwalk with the spray in your face and the roar of the Zambezi filling the air. The bridge arches across a basalt gorge split by the river, a ribbon of steel suspended 111 meters above where water and mist meet. For four seconds you fall; then the cord catches, the world flips, and the gorge answers with a rainbow.
The Victoria Falls Bridge opened in 1905 as part of early rail links across the Zambezi and stands on rock carved by millennia of river flow. The gorge walls are columnar basalt and the river's seasonal pulse sculpts dramatic curtains of spray; culturally the bridge marks the practical border between Zimbabwe and Zambia and the spot where local vendors and guide services gather to meet travelers.
Expect a quick but intense experience: check-in, a safety briefing, weight and health screening, passport for the gate pass, then your jump. Operators use full-body and waist backup harnesses; after the drop the crew lowers and hoists you safely back to the catwalk. Weather and river levels can affect operations—high water and heavy wind occasionally close the jump.
Practical tips: arrive 45–60 minutes early to allow for customs and walking to the site, wear secure, closed-toe shoes, and hand over jewelry and loose items. There are photo options by the crew if you want a record; take any personal camera only if the operator permits. If you have cardiovascular, spinal, or pregnancy concerns—or fall outside the 40–140 kg limits—this activity is not suitable. Otherwise, expect one of the world’s most compact, focused adrenaline experiences: intense, well-managed, and unforgettable.
moderate.
1 hour.
Requires basic mobility—able to climb a short ladder/catwalk, stand for brief periods, and follow safety instructions; not suitable for those with cardiovascular or spinal issues.
The actual freefall lasts roughly four seconds from a 111-meter drop; the whole visit including briefing and paperwork takes about an hour.
Yes—participants must weigh between 40 kg and 140 kg and should not have heart, high blood pressure, spinal injuries, or be pregnant.
Yes—because the bridge sits between border posts you must present a passport for the gate pass and customs checks.
Operators normally offer pro photos or videos for purchase; personal cameras are subject to operator permission for safety reasons.
The steel arch bridge opened in 1905 as part of early rail links across the Zambezi; it has been a crossing point and landmark since the colonial-era railway projects.
Operators and authorities monitor safety and river access—minimize litter, respect boundary signs, and choose providers who follow established recovery and waste protocols.
Shearwater Adventures (Pvt) Ltd operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto the catwalk with the spray in your face and the roar of the Zambezi filling the air. The bridge arches across a basalt gorge split by the river, a ribbon of steel suspended 111 meters above where water and mist meet. For four seconds you fall; then the cord catches, the world flips, and the gorge answers with a rainbow.
You step onto the catwalk with the spray in your face and the roar of the Zambezi filling the air. The bridge arches across a basalt gorge split by the river, a ribbon of steel suspended 111 meters above where water and mist meet. For four seconds you fall; then the cord catches, the world flips, and the gorge answers with a rainbow.
The Victoria Falls Bridge opened in 1905 as part of early rail links across the Zambezi and stands on rock carved by millennia of river flow. The gorge walls are columnar basalt and the river's seasonal pulse sculpts dramatic curtains of spray; culturally the bridge marks the practical border between Zimbabwe and Zambia and the spot where local vendors and guide services gather to meet travelers.
Expect a quick but intense experience: check-in, a safety briefing, weight and health screening, passport for the gate pass, then your jump. Operators use full-body and waist backup harnesses; after the drop the crew lowers and hoists you safely back to the catwalk. Weather and river levels can affect operations—high water and heavy wind occasionally close the jump.
Practical tips: arrive 45–60 minutes early to allow for customs and walking to the site, wear secure, closed-toe shoes, and hand over jewelry and loose items. There are photo options by the crew if you want a record; take any personal camera only if the operator permits. If you have cardiovascular, spinal, or pregnancy concerns—or fall outside the 40–140 kg limits—this activity is not suitable. Otherwise, expect one of the world’s most compact, focused adrenaline experiences: intense, well-managed, and unforgettable.