The Zambezi River located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe is home to one of the world’s largest waterfalls.

Measuring at 354 ft with a massive width of 5,604 ft, the Victoria Falls has one of the largest sheets of falling water in the world – drawing over a million visitors annually.

However, besides its size, there is one thing that attracts people from across the globe to come and see this stunning wonder. That being an infinity rock pool which sits on the edge of the waterfall.

After thousands of years of erosion, many rock pools have formed around Victoria Falls but none are quite like this one called the Devil’s Pool.

Nothing sounds crazier than parking up on the edge of an huge waterfall allowing waves of water to crash past you but for many this once-in-a-lifetime experience is worth the risk.

It takes a rocky walk and swim across the Zambezi River before experience the thrill of the Devil’s Pooll. From there, you’ll find yourself in the pool where the force of the river pushes you right up to the edge, with the rock lip putting you at a halt.

Over 500-million litres of water cascade over the Falls every minute and the fearless that get up close will feel the waves of the river crash pass them before it falls down the 354 feet drop. 

Of course there are safety measures put into place for those who visit. The activity is only open during certain periods of the year – usually during low water-season which is between August and January and it must be booked with a guide.

The tourist attraction is one of the most popular across Africa, with many people highly recommending the 5-star rated experience.

One reviewer wrote: “AMAZING opportunity to see the falls! Would do again in a heartbeat! The team was great, helping take pictures of not just us but the area around for our memories!”

Another tourist, who visited in July 2024, wrote: “Oh my goodness!!!! What an experience!!!! If you are thinking of doing this one, DO IT! However, I feel you do need to be a reasonable swimmer as the current is quite strong as imagined. I felt completely safe the whole time. The breakfast/brunch was great also.”

The Devil’s pool is close to Livingstone Island, Zambia, where you can get a guided boat tour to the attraction.