ZIMBABWE
From Victoria Falls to vast wildernesses including the iconic Hwange National Park, Lake Kariba with its unrivalled Matusadona scenery and the world heritage sites of Matobo Hills and Mana Pools. Zimbabwe is the ideal destination for any discerning traveller. The country is enriched in history, with ancient city ruins and fascinating rock art, while it is also a place of incredible wildlife and natural beauty. Arguably the most famous attraction in Zimbabwe is the world heritage site that is Victoria Falls; in full flood, it forms the largest sheet of falling water in the world and has been declared a world heritage site.
Places to visit...
The Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, are in the far northwest of Zimbabwe on the border with Zambia, halfway along the length of the Zambezi River. The world’s largest falling curtain of water, they are not to be missed.
Zambezi National Park
The Zambezi National Park, where a wide variety of outstanding African wildlife can be seen, including all members of the Big Five plus eland, giraffe, kudu, sable, waterbuck, and impala.
Hwange National Park
Zimbabwe’s largest National Park and premier safari destination, Hwange is home to the big five including Rhino with sightings of large herds of elephant and buffalo very common. Seeing leopard and wild dogs is not unlikely at this beautiful Zimbabwe safari destination.
Mana Pools National Park
World heritage site Mana Pools National Park, is one of Africa’s most magical wilderness areas where the Zambezi River gives life to an amazing diversity of flora and fauna, all of which rely on one another to maintain this ‘garden of eden.’
Lake Kariba
Lake Kariba, encompassing Matusadona National Park, is a vast body of water with incredible surrounding wilderness and unique landscapes. It has become a popular holiday destination for locals and foreigners alike. Cruising Lake Kariba on a houseboat is one of Zimbabwe’s top experiences.
Gonarezhou National Park
Zimbabwe's crowd-free south is home to the Big 5 and rugged Gonarezhou is sure to impress alongside the exclusive experience of Malilangwe, a private reserve bordering the park. Apart from the stunning scenery, visitors can expect to see rhino, elephant and buffalo plus big cats and wild dogs.