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Zambia vs Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls Which Side? (2026)

Victoria Falls straddles the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe — and both countries offer spectacular but different views of one of the world's greatest natural wonders. The KAZA Univisa covers both countries in a single application, making it easy to visit the falls from both sides. This comparison helps you decide which country to base yourself in — or whether to do both.

Zambia eVisa

8.6

Gov. fee $50

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Zimbabwe eVisa

8.4

Gov. fee $30

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Behind this comparison

This comparison is based on official government data for both Zambia eVisa and Zimbabwe eVisa, supplemented by application experience data from our traveller feedback network. Processing times reflect medians from 8 data points collected over the past 6 months. Fees are based on published government rates as of April 2026. Where fees vary by nationality, we show the most common rate for English-speaking market applicants. Always check the current fee on the official government portal before applying.

Feature Comparison

Feature	Zambia eVisa	Zimbabwe eVisa
Government fee	$50	$30
Processing time	5 days	24-48 hours
KAZA Univisa available	Yes	Yes
Maximum stay	90 days	30 days
Falls view quality	Eastern/front view	Panoramic/best view
Other national parks	South Luangwa, Kafue	Hwange, Mana Pools
Town infrastructure	Livingstone	Victoria Falls town

Our Verdict

Zambia eVisa

Base yourself in Zambia if you want the classic "Devil's Pool" swim on the edge of the falls, excellent safari experiences in South Luangwa and Kafue national parks, and a longer visa validity (90 days).

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Zimbabwe eVisa

Base yourself in Zimbabwe if you want the most spectacular panoramic views of the falls, Hwange National Park's elephants, and more developed tourism infrastructure around Victoria Falls town.

Apply for Zimbabwe eVisa

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the KAZA Univisa?+

The KAZA Univisa is a single $50 visa that covers both Zambia and Zimbabwe. It is available to citizens of most nationalities and allows free movement between both countries, enabling you to visit the falls from both sides, do day trips into Botswana, and explore both countries without additional visa costs.

Which side of Victoria Falls is better?+

Both sides have their merits. Zimbabwe's Lookout Café and the main falls view path give the most photogenic panoramas. Zambia's "Knife Edge" walkway puts you incredibly close to the spray, and Devil's Pool (seasonal) lets you swim on the edge in September-December. The ideal visit includes both sides via the KAZA Univisa.