10 Shows in Victoria Falls to Build a Day Around

1.Boma Dinner and Drum Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 415 reviews · 4 hours · from $60Our pick

Spend four hours at The Boma in Victoria Falls for a lively dinner and cultural show. You’ll be welcomed in chitenge cloth, try local dishes such as crocodile, impala, sadza, and mopane worms, then join an interactive djembe lesson led by the drum-show team, including Sima. Hotel transfers may be added.

“Excellent local food. Being from South Africa we are used to different types of meats, but was still surprised with the wide selection of meats, salads and side dishes”

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2.Victoria Falls Theatre Featuring Simunye: The Spirit of Africa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · from $50Best value

At Victoria Falls Theatre, follow Bomani and his elephant companion Ndlovu through a story of exile, love, and community. Directed by Mongiwekhaya, Simunye blends puppetry, live music, dance, visuals, and professional local performers. The 8pm show lasts about an hour, with drinks available and cast photos after the performance.

“This performance is a must see! It was exceptional, a first-class experience. Gate 1 should add this to their excursions.”

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3.The Boma Dinner and Drum Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 43 reviews · 3 hours · from $92

Spend three hours at The Boma near Victoria Falls with a buffet of Zimbabwean dishes, game meats, vegetarian choices, traditional dance, singing, storytelling, and a hands-on djembe drumming circle. Hotel transfers are included from Zimbabwean-side hotels within 8 km. Drinks cost extra, and seating can affect how much of the show you see.

“It was so fun! The food was various and good. The drum show was also worth it. There were various activities, such as braids hair, fortune teller and face painting, so we were not bored at all.”

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4.Theatre Simunye The Spirit of Africa,Zimbabwe

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 1 hour · from $58

Follow Bomani and his elephant friend Ndlovu as they search for belonging in Simunye: The Spirit of Africa. Directed by handspring Puppeteer Mongiwekhaya, this one-hour show combines local dancers, music, puppetry and striking stage images in Victoria Falls Theatre’s intimate 195-seat open-air setting. Arrive 20 minutes early, then meet the cast for photos after the performance.

“My husband and I LOVED this little show. It was very well done, entertaining and the sets were gorgeous! Thank you to the cast and crew of Simunye for creating such a wonderful experience. You make Zimbabwe proud!”

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5.The Boma Dinner and Drum Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 27 reviews · from $85

Spend an evening at The Boma in Victoria Falls with a four-course buffet of Zimbabwean food, game meat, desserts, and optional Mopane worms. Traditional singers, dancers, and drummers turn the meal into an interactive show, and you can join the rhythm yourself. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with drivers such as Isabella praised for friendly local insight.

“Just fantastic 👏 would love to do it again. Involved the whole crowd with beating the drums. The costumes were fantastic. The dinner was amazing.”

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6.Boma Dinner & Drum Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 9 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $100

Spend about 3.5 hours at The Boma near Victoria Falls for a four-course Zimbabwean dinner, game meats, stews, drumming, face painting, and dance. A traditional robe, shared starter, campfire soup, barbecue buffet, and dessert are part of the evening. Return road transport is included from selected Victoria Falls hotels and lodges.

“The dinner and show were a wonderful experience of the culture, a great way to taste many local flavors and meats. Very courteous and prompt driver who we were able to easily communicate with when we were ready to leave.”

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7.Boma Dinner, Dance and Drum Show in Victoria falls Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · from $100

At Victoria Falls Boma Dinner and Drum Show, you dress in a traditional chitenge robe, share a four-course Zimbabwean feast, and join an interactive drumming session. Expect face painting, dance, fortune-telling, game meats, stews, and return transport from hotels and lodges in Victoria Falls Town. The evening begins at 6:30 pm and lasts about three hours.

“wish I could give no stars!! Waited in the hotel lobby all evening - sent messages to vendor via Viators rapp and no response. Even sent a message 4 hrs prior to pickup reconfirming location and time - never a response. Contacted Viator Read more”

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8.The Boma Dinner, Dance And Drum Show In Victoria Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · from $100

At The Boma on the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge estate, you’ll receive a traditional robe, join a hand-washing ceremony, sample local brew, and eat a four-course Zimbabwean feast. Music, dancing, face painting, storytelling, and an interactive drum session fill the three-hour evening. Hotel pickup within Victoria Falls town is offered.

“Would have been lovely but Paramount Travel and Tours confirmed our booking, did not respond when I messaged asking for the pick up time and then when our hotel called them, they were offish and then just cancelled with no explanation 2 hours before the trip. Don’t bother.”

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9.Boma Dinner with Spectacular African Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $88

At a private game reserve near Victoria Falls, you’ll enjoy a three-course buffet with kudu, crocodile, impala, warthog, ostrich, and mopane worms, then watch and join traditional drumming, singing, and dancing. Pickup begins at 7 pm, the meal and show last about two hours, and drinks cost extra.

“Comida espectacular, superdivertida la cena, interactuarn contigo desde que vas a entrar en el restaurante. Muy amables en todo momento, superrecomendable.”

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10.Boma Dinner & The Drum Show Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $95

Spend about three hours at Victoria Falls Safaris for a buffet of southern African dishes, including kudu, crocodile tail, impala, warthog, and ostrich. Your evening includes singing, dancing, and a lively drum performance. A private round-trip transfer, driver-guide, bottled water, and admission are included. Drinks cost extra.

“We came as a family group and had a fantastic evening. The variety and quantity of food was astonishing and delicious. The entertainment was excellent, the drinks were fairly priced. We would do it again if we revisit the area.”

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