Discover Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe covers 390,757 square kilometres in southern Africa, anchored by Victoria Falls — one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World — and a network of national parks that rank among the continent's finest. The country protects approximately 27% of its land, with Hwange National Park (14,651 km²) being the largest and hosting over 40,000 elephants. Zimbabwe's guiding standards are considered the gold standard in Africa, with the Professional Guides qualification requiring over 10,000 hours of bush experience. The ancient city of Great Zimbabwe (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) gives the nation its name.
When to Go
May to October dry season for prime game viewing across all parks. Victoria Falls is most impressive from February to May (high water) and most photographable from August to December (lower water reveals rock face). September-October (known as 'suicide month' for extreme heat) produces the most dramatic game viewing as animals crowd waterholes.
What You'll See
Over 40,000 elephants in Hwange, one of the largest wild dog populations in Africa (approximately 700 in southern Zimbabwe), strong populations of all Big Five, sable antelope (Zimbabwe's national animal), over 670 bird species, and significant breeding colonies of Marabou stork and white-backed vulture. Mana Pools' unique populations of elephants that stand on their hind legs to reach high branches have made it famous among wildlife photographers.
Your Journey Begins
Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) receives direct flights from Johannesburg (1.5 hours), Nairobi, and Addis Ababa. Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) in Harare connects to London, Dubai, and regional capitals. Harare to Mana Pools is 380 km (5 hours). Most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival ($30 single entry, $45 double entry) or a KAZA UniVisa ($50, valid for Zimbabwe and Zambia).
Destinations in Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls & Zambezi
The world's largest curtain of falling water — 1,708 metres wide, 108 metres high, visible from 50 km away.
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Hwange National Park
40,000 elephants and 60 waterholes — dry-season congregations of 1,000 elephants at a single waterhole.
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Mana Pools National Park
Africa's finest walking safari — elephants standing on hind legs and wild dog packs along the Zambezi.
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