Fantabulous day !!!! Hope this works

Our first brief view of Victoria Falls as we crossed the bridge into Zimbabwe from Zambia on Monday (at left). This morning. we took a ride in this helicopter directly over the falls. I was so high with excitement that I might not have need the copter!!! The pilot made sure each side got a good view of the falls. Of course, this is one of MANY pix I made during the flight

The weather could not have been better and visibility was unlimited. This shot shows the west end but does not quite go far enough to see the eastern end.
Tomorrow (Wed) we will get "Up Close and Personal" with the falls by walking along the path that follows the edge--maybe even walk over the small pedestrian bridge near the east end. I think both of us will opt out of the Bungee Jump!!!

The 2 pix at left are the watering hole on the grounds of our hotel. We can see this from our balcony and watch the elephants, water buffalo, antelopes, and birds as they gather around. This is one of the good reasons for being here in the dryer season. During the summer, there is more water all over, so you are less likely to see large groups of animals in one area.

 After the copter flight, Lorraine and I were taken to a Lion Rescue Center, where small lions are taught skills for getting along in the wild. We were able to pet two 15 month old siblings, and were able to walk with them to the river. What a thrill!!!!

 Our next activity today was a sunset cruise on the
very wide Zambezi River--fortunately a safe distance from the falls. Drinks and snacks were provided as
we scanned the shores for animals. We saw several
elephants, antelopes and hippos. I think I took 30
pictures of hippos before I was lucky enough to get this guy (gal?) yawning. Below right is what looked like a rock, but after rounding a bend, we could see that it was a crocodile taking a break!
This last shot gave proof to the claim that this was indeed a sunset cruise.  What a perfect day!!