Come to Livingstone Zambia and view one of the seven natural wonders of the world - the magnificent VICTORIA FALLS. Also known as "Mosi Oa Tunya" – the smoke that thunders - the Victoria Falls is one of the most spectacular sights in the world and you will be able to view this amazing waterfall and the stunning nature scenes from the comfort of one of our helicopters. United Air Charter helicopter activity will definitely qualify as the flight of your life as you embark on the well known FLIGHT OF ANGELS and flight into the Botaka Gorge.
Flight Duration 12-15 Minutes
Take off from Boabab Ridge helipad then climb to a height of 1500ft on the way to the Victoria Falls, you will do one and a half orbits right to enable the passengers on the right side of the helicopter to video/photograph and view the mighty Victoria Falls then over the centre of the falls. The pilot then executes one and a half left orbits to allow the passengers on the left the same views. The pilot will then fly directly over the falls and fly straight to Long Island where one normally sees Elephant and Hippo dependent on the time of year. The final leg is passing the Mosi Oa Tunya game park where one might see buffalo and other game. The helicopter will then head back to Boabab Ridge.
United Air Charter provides transfers within the whole of Livingstone and Vic Falls area. Your transfer will be done with either our air-conditioned buses or our open game drive vehicles. Depending on the weather and the area in which we have to pick you up will dictate in which vehicle you will be collected. Irrespective the vehicle you will be transferred with – you will enjoy the ride.
Our drivers are all licensed, well spoken and are well informed to give you information on the flight. For transfer outside the immediate vicinity of Livingstone please contact our office directly.
Flight Duration 18-20 Minutes
Take off from Baobab Ridge helipad and fly low level to the Zambezi Gorge entering at rapid 21 down from the Victoria Falls. The flight will continue in the bowls of the steep Batoka gorge, above the raging river to rapid 26. At rapid 26 the pilot will fly you out of the gorge, back to the Victoria Falls where the pilot will do one and half orbits right and left of the Vic Falls and then head back to Baobab Ridge.
United Air Charter provides transfers within the whole of Livingstone and Vic Falls area. Your transfer will be done with either our air-conditioned buses or our open game drive vehicles. Depending on the weather and the area in which we have to pick you up will dictate in which vehicle you will be collected. Irrespective the vehicle you will be transferred with – you will enjoy the ride.
Flight Duration 25-30 Minutes
Take off from the helipad and proceed low level over gently undulating landscape with its Baobab trees, Mopani trees and Acacia shrub, to the mighty Zambezi Gorges. At rapid number 21 the pilot will gently lower the helicopter into the the belly of the Batoka Gorge with its 800ft towering shoulders of rock. An exciting flight down river past rapid 22 – 23 – 24 – 25 this is where the Jet Extreme/United Air Charter helicopter landing pad is for activities down in the mighty Zambezi.
At rapid 26, which is a very long and straight rapid, the pilot increases speed to lift out of the gorge, a towering 880 ft above you. Once clear the pilot then turns around and heads back to the fall passing several cultural villages underneath. At this stage the Victoria Fall spray will be visible and at approximately 2 miles the pilot climes up to 1500ft above the ground to reveal the Majestic, the Mighty, Vic Falls. The pilot will now spend a few minutes around the falls in the same fashion as the short flight i.e. Orbits right then through the centre of the Victoria Falls then orbits left through the centre and up to the original falls. During this flight the pilot is explaining to the passengers the various important features through the headsets each passenger is wearing.
The final leg of this spectacular flight is Game viewing. The pilot will now proceed over Long Island, and the river on both sides of the Island looking for hippo, elephant and some of the large crocodiles that bask on the banks of the mighty Zambezi. Once you have seen this we proceed over to the Mosi Oa Tunya game park where there are several herds of giraffe, buffalo, wildebeest and from time to time elephant who visit the park.
Time to head back to the helipad and take the time to discuss this wonderful experience over a cool or warm refreshment on the wooden deck at the United Air Charter helicopter landing site because you have just had – “The flight of your life!!” Inclusions United Air Charter provides transfers within the whole of Livingstone and Vic Falls area. Your transfer will be done with either our air-conditioned buses or our open game drive vehicles. Depending on the weather and the area in which we have to pick you up will dictate in which vehicle you will be collected. Irrespective the vehicle you will be transferred with – you will enjoy the ride.
Note that these questions are the ones that we get asked the most. If you have a question other than listed below, please feel free to contact us via Q&A form at the last field of the accordion. Please click on the question for the accordion to drop down.
The window seats are not guaranteed because clients will be placed in the helicopter according to weight and balance safety requirement of the Civil Aviation Regulations. If a client would like a guaranteed window seat or a private flight they will be charged for 6pax and we will gladly accommodate you.
Any confirmed bookings cancelled with less than 24-hour notice prior to flight time or any no-shows will be subjected to a 100% cancellation fee.
Flights may be cancelled due to bad weather conditions (i.e. rain or very low cloud cover). Should the client not be able to re-schedule his/her flight a full refund will be given.
Yes, they can and children under the age of 4 years pay half price.
We suggest that you book your helicopter flight prior to your arrival in Zambia. This assures you of a tour time that fits into your vacation plans. It’s also wise to book your tour for the early part of your stay. That way if your pilot determines that weather conditions on a particular day are not optimal for a flight, you will have some options for re-scheduling. As far as the best time of day for a helicopter flight, you should primarily consider your personal schedule. Most of the time we are blessed with beautiful weather in Zambia and the time of day, whether it be morning or afternoon, will make no difference.
All pilots of United Air Charters are highly experienced and fully certified. Our pilots and engineers are a group of dedicated aviators whose vast experience largely contributes to and maintaining of our impeccable safety record.
We are operational 7 days a week from 07:30 AM each day and close at 17:15 PM.
If a passenger weighs more than 130kgs, you might need to book two seats. Please check when making your reservation.
All flights are on a booking basis. Bookings are essential – please try to make your booking before your arrival in Zambia.
Yes, you can but we recommend that you seek the advice of your doctor before flying.
United Air Charter provides a private charter service for private and company purposes. We operate throughout Zambia and Southern Africa and can combine our fixed wing aircraft with our helicopter fleet. Should you be in need of a private charter for your family vacation, getting freight to a remote destination on time or filming the next great documentary - then get in contact with us for your customised quote.
A gourmet picnic for 2 or a glass of champagne deep in the Gorge is the perfect, romantic way to celebrate an anniversary, a birthday, or the first day of spring, and what a way to pop the big question! Spend a lazy romantic sun-soaking afternoon feeding your significant other. Imagine you are sitting beside the rushing Mighty Zambezi River, gazing in awe at the gorge surrounding you.
A gourmet picnic for 2 or a glass of champagne deep in the Gorge is the perfect, romantic way to celebrate an anniversary, a birthday, or the first day of spring, and what a way to pop the big question! Spend a lazy romantic sun-soaking afternoon feeding your significant other. Imagine you are sitting beside the rushing Mighty Zambezi River, gazing in awe at the gorge surrounding you.
A PICNIC IN THE GORGE BY UNITED AIR CHARTER - THE ULTIMATE WAY TO SPOIL YOUR LOVED ONE
