While in Victoria Falls, Todd and Ally wanted to go and do the helicopter flight that we did last time. So, Tyler and Spencer joined them for the ride. Here are some pictures Tyler got while sitting up front.
Poppa Todd and Spencer ready to go!
Ally looking forward to the ride.
Again here are some comparison photos. This photo was taken in October during the dry season.
And here are the Falls in January during the rainy season. Such a difference!
A side view of Victoria Falls.
The mist from the Falls during the dry season.
The mist from the Falls during the rainy season! This is the reason we got soaked while walking by it.
Fun facts about Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River:
- The total length of the Zambezi River is 2700km or 1678 miles.
- The Victoria Falls are 1708 meters wide or 1 mile wide.
- The average height of the Falls is 92 meters or 302 feet.
- The approximate volume of the water in full flood is 1000 meters cubed per second or 264,172 gallons.
- The average volume of water over Victoria Falls per season is 550 meters cubed per second or 145,295 gallons.
- The Victoria Falls spray under the right conditions can be seen from as far as 100km away or 62 miles!
4 comments:
Wow! Great before and after pics! Looks like everyone had fun!
Cool! And very educational. :)
It's like having a Discover Channel special and Best Friend all rolled into one :)
Very cool pictures. Yes, there is quite a difference.
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