In short
- Costs US$50 for eligible tourists.
- Valid for both Zambia and Zimbabwe.
- Requires a valid passport to cross.
In this article
Visiting both sides of Victoria Falls gives you the complete experience. About 75% of the viewpoints are in Zimbabwe, but Zambia offers unique angles and the Knife-Edge Bridge. The KAZA Univisa makes crossing the international border fast and easy.
How does the KAZA Univisa work?
The KAZA Univisa is a multi-entry visa covering both Zambia and Zimbabwe for a single trip.
With this visa, you avoid buying separate entry visas for each country. You can easily stay in Victoria Falls town and cross the bridge for a day trip to the Zambian side.
How much does the KAZA Univisa cost?
The KAZA Univisa costs US$50 per person.
You pay this fee when you first enter either Zambia or Zimbabwe. Carry a small amount of USD cash as a backup payment method. It saves money if you plan to visit both sides.
Do you need a visa to see both sides of Victoria Falls?
Yes, you must legally enter the neighboring country to see its side of the falls.
The Zambezi River forms the international border. Without the KAZA Univisa, you need standard visas for both Zambia and Zimbabwe. Carrying a valid passport is mandatory for all border crossings.
Can you walk from Zambia to Zimbabwe at Victoria Falls?
Yes, you can walk across the Victoria Falls Bridge connecting the two countries.
The walk takes 15 to 30 minutes. It is highly scenic and offers great views of the gorge below. You must show your passport and visa at the border posts on both ends.
Do you still pay park fees with the KAZA Univisa?
Yes, the visa only covers your entry into the country, not the national parks.
You must pay the international entry fee at the park gates. The Zimbabwe side charges US$58 as of 2026. The Zambia side charges US$20 as of 2026. Both park gates operate daily from 06:00 to 18:00.
How do you book a cross-border tour?
You can book a guided tour that takes you to both national parks in a single day.
A guided tour provides transport and context for both the Zimbabwean and Zambian viewpoints. The tour usually excludes the park entry fees and the US$50 KAZA Univisa cost. Expect the guided experience to take 4 to 5 hours.
Questions travellers ask
Is Victoria Falls in Zambia or Zimbabwe?
Victoria Falls spans the border of both Zambia and Zimbabwe. The Zambezi River divides the two countries right at the waterfall edge.
Which side of Victoria Falls is better to visit?
The Zimbabwe side holds about 75% of the viewpoints and flows year-round. The Zambia side gets you closer to the water and offers access to Devil's Pool during the dry season.
Do I need to carry my passport to the bridge?
Yes, carrying a valid passport is mandatory if you want to walk across the Victoria Falls Bridge. You need it to pass through the border checkpoints.
