A country with rich history history and rugged beauty beauty
Nestled between the Zambezi river to north, the Limpopo river to the south, The Chimanimani and Inyanga mountains to the East and the Matopos to the West, you will find a small African country with a rich history and all the rugged beauty of the world boiled into one, proud Zimbabwe.
As Jeremy Clarkson once said “God created all the countries of the world, and when he got to the end of the alphabet, he created his masterpiece”
You may not expect a landlocked, African country would produce a solo circumnavigator, but once you get to know the resilient people and the world in which we live you will begin to understand why the determination and “make a plan” attitude of Zimbabweans could nurture some incredible, colourful and hugely successfull characters.
From the biggest cities of Harare and Bulawayo to the tiniest village where donkeys outnumber cars you will always be greeted with a smile and a friendly “how are you” no matter who you are or where you come from, the friendliness and compassion can instantly be felt on your arrival and if the people alone aren’t enough to convince you to see this amazing country then you may want to see some of the following areas, the variety of which you wont find anywhere else in the world.
National Parks
Zimbabwe is host to some of the region’s most stunning national parks and conservancies, teeming with wildlife and natural beauty. Hwange National Park, one of Africa’s largest, is home to over 100 mammal species. Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers walking safaris and breathtaking Zambezi River views. Matobo National Park boasts unique rock formations and one of Africa’s highest concentration of white rhinos. Our national parks are the perfect destination to see elephants, lions, cheetahs, leopards and dozens of other animals roam free.
Victoria Falls
No list of must-see Zimbabwean places would be complete without mentioning the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world. This unparalleled spectacle, at 1708 metres wide and 108 metres deep, the sheet of falling water creates a misty veil that rises into the sky, known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders). Leap from the historic bridge as you bungee jump or zipline into the Zambezi gorge, take a panoramic helicopter ride, white-water raft, or simply walk through the rainforest and watch the raw power of our iconic waterfall.
Zambezi Valley
Explore the Zambezi Valley’s untamed beauty, where the mighty river winds through rugged landscapes and untouched bushland. Mana Pools National Park and surrounding safari areas offer walking safaris, canoeing, and game drives. Here you immerse yourself into our wildlife’s natural habitat. Experience the heat under an African sun, stunning sunsets, and star-studded night skies.
Lake Kariba & Matusadona
Lake Kariba, one of the world’s largest man-made lakes, straddling Zimbabwe and Zambia. This aquatic paradise offers breathtaking sunsets, abundant fishing, and relaxing houseboat trips. Explore the surrounding Matusadona National Park, home to lions, leopards, and elephants, and soon to be returning, Rhinos! Kariba’s shoreline offers a unique blend of unspoilt bush and lake-bound relaxation.
Great Zimbabwe
Just past Masvingo rise the impressive ruins of Great Zimbabwe, Africa’s largest medieval ruins. This ancient city, built between 1100 and 1450 AD, holds mysteries of the past. Explore the Valley Complex, the Great Enclosure, and the Hill Complex, and discover the history of the Zimbabwean people.
Eastern Highlands
A little-known Zimbabwean secret, a haven of natural beauty and tranquillity, you will feel as if you have been teleported to the Scottish highlands. Explore the Bvumba Botanical Gardens, scenic Nyanga National Park, stand on the cliff edge of the Honde Valley. Hike to the highest peak, Mount Nyangani, or fish in crystal-clear rivers. Experience the region’s unique flora and fauna, or visit the sky walk and traverse the Honde valley on the cable bridge.
Lowveld
Discover Zimbabwe’s Lowveld, the seemingly endless horizons and Savannah bushveld hide abundant wildlife. Explore the Gonarezhou National Park, part of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park. Here you can visit the Chilojo Cliffs, overlooking the Runde River, while marvelling at the Elephants the park is named after. Or visit the Save valley and cross the iconic Birchenough bridge.
Matopos
Explore Matobo Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where ancient rock art and majestic balancing rock granite formations meet. Here you can find the world’s highest concentration of white rhinos, as well as leopard, lion, and cheetah in their natural habitat. Take a guided hike or horseback ride through the hills and pay your respects at Cecil Rhodes’ grave, who after seeing Africa from cape to Cairo wanted his final resting place to be here, “in the most beautiful place in the world”.
