How safe is Victoria Falls bungee jump?

How safe is Victoria Falls bungee jump? It has been in operation for 10 years. This is the first time I am hearing of an incident. The probability of an incident is one in 500,000 jumps. Hundreds of tourists a week each pay around £80 to make a bungee jump at Victoria Falls from the British-built road and rail bridge.

Is Victoria Falls a high risk malaria area?

The malaria risk is: high all year round in the north, east and northwest of the country including the valley of Zambezi River, Victoria Falls, national parks Chizarira, Hwange, Gonarezhou and Mana.

What is the biggest threat to Victoria Falls?

Modern tourism The beauty of the falls lies in their natural state, but the area is at some risk of runaway tourism-based development—more resorts, hotels, and even a possible dam below the falls that could flood several park gorges.

How high is Victoria Falls bungee jump?

It is 111 meters high. Operates off Victoria Falls Bridge the border crossing. point between Zimbabwe and Zambia.

Can I swim in Victoria Falls?

Victoria Falls is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Devil's Pool is adjacent to the famous Livingstone Island situated on the edge of the Victoria Falls. Guests can choose to enjoy an exhilarating swim to the edge of the falls during their Livingstone Island visit.

Has anyone survived going over Victoria Falls?

Only one photo-loving tourist is known to have fallen at the Victoria Falls and survived. Wang Shunxue, a Chinese tourist was lucky to be pulled alive from a horrific fall in November 2013.

Do I need malaria pills for Victoria Falls?

high all year round in the north, east and northwest of the country including the valley of Zambezi River, Victoria Falls, national parks Chizarira, Hwange, Gonarezhou and Mana. We recommend the use of mosquito-repellent measures from dusk till morning, in combination with the use of malaria tablets.

Is Victoria Falls safe for tourists?

Victoria Falls is generally a safe place to visit and is separate from Zimbabwe in a political sense, due to the country relying on it for its tourism. Social and political unrest is therefore kept at bay, roads are maintained, cash is usually accessible (check with us first), and the town is kept clean.

What are some problems of Victoria Falls?

Uncontrolled urban development leading to significant human population increase and pollution (water, air and visual); Reduced water flows over the falls due to drought and/or upstream hydropower production.

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