things to do in zimbabwe

Why Tourists Love Travel To Zimbabwe?

• Exceptional Safari experience
• Great Wildlife viewing
• Diverse Culture
• Rich History
• A lot of Adventure Activities
• Endless Entailment
• Best place for family safari and vacation

Zimbabwe Tours & Activities

Discover an array of exciting Things To Do In Zimbabwe, offering unforgettable experiences for every traveler. From thrilling wildlife safaris and cultural encounters to breathtaking natural wonders, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Zimbabwe Wildlife Tour 7 days

Spend 11 nights exploring the gorgeous country of Zimbabwe. Explore the natural wonder of Victoria Falls via Hwange National Park and Mana Pools National Park to Matusadona National Park. This package comprises the best Zimbabwe.

Zimbabwe Water and Wildlife tour 9 days

See the beauty of Zimbabwe on a safari. Starting in Hwange National Park, explore the largest park in Zimbabwe. You'll be able to see lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, cheetah, and very large herds of elephants.

Matusadona National Park is the next stop. Lake Kariba shore forms part of this park and therefore gives visitors a great mixture of land and water safari activities. The park is also one of the last remaining places where you can spot a Black Rhino.

Zimbabwe Wildlife Tour 7 days

See massive herds of elephants in Hwange National Park along with a safari in Mana Pools National Park.

Stay at the Hwange bush camp and spot different animal species. For the Mana pools tour, stay in a houseboat and get a chance to take pictures of the beautiful sunset and sunrise.

Activities to do in Zimbabwe

• Crocodile cage diving
• Quad biking
• Zip-lining
• Giant swing
• Horse riding
• White water rafting
• Steam train dinner

Top Things To See in Zimbabwe:

Harare

This is the capital city of Zimbabwe with the biggest population among Zimbabwean cities. It is also known as the sunshine city.

This is also where the biggest airport in Zimbabwe is found the Robert Mugabe International Airport.

Tourism in Harare is mainly on recreational activities such as burnouts, paintball shooting swimming and braai facilities.

Harare mostly focuses on entertainment. This is where most musical artists perfume as well. Places like Mashwede, woods, Jam tree pariah state and connect.

Victoria Falls

This is one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. The falls are the largest in the world in terms of width and height. They are recognized as a UNESCO heritage site. These falls are also known as the ‘Mosi oa Tunya’ meaning the smoke that thunders.

Bulawayo

This is the second largest city in Zimbabwe. It is also known as the city of kings and queens.in Bulawayo is where we find Matobo National Park.

In Bulawayo, people can visit Kami ruins, Matopos hills, the Bulawayo railway museum and the art gallery.

Matobo National Park

These are located in the southeast of Bulawayo and are famous for their balancing rocks and caves. It is also a world heritage site known for having the highest concentrations of rock art.

When you visit the Matobo hills, you will be able to see the story that is being told by the rock paintings. guests can hike, walk and do game viewing. On one of the hills, is where the remains of Cecil John Rhodes lie.

Nyanga National Park

It is in the north of the eastern highlands in Zimbabwe. The park contains beautiful hills and rivers.

People can go hiking and for nature photography. The views are just majestic. there are beautiful waterfalls in Nyanga.

Hwange National Park

The chief national park in Zimbabwe. It is home to a thousand animal and bird species. This is the best place to see Zimbabwe Wildlife.

Hwange National Park is where most elephants are found. People can engage in walking, hunting and game-viewing safaris.

Mutare

This is the most populated city in the Manicaland province. This city is surrounded by beautiful valleys and mountains. It is also known as (Kumakomoyo) in Shona meaning where mountains are.

Whilst in Mutare guests can visit the Vumba botanical gardens where people can have perfect scenic views.

Furthermore, people can visit the Leopard Rock Golf and country club where they can recreate playing golf, sightseeing and picnics.

Masvingo

This is a city in southeastern Zimbabwe and the biggest city in the Masvingo province. The city is situated close to the great Zimbabwe ruins where our country’s name is derived from.

Lake Mtirikwi and Great Zimbabwe are the main attractions in Masvingo. When people visit this city they usually visit the main attractions and spend their nights at the Great Zimbabwe Hotel.

Lake Mutirikwi National Park

Lake Mtirikwi was once known as Lake Kyle. It is found in the eastern part of Masvingo. it was created due to the construction of Kyle Dam on the Mtirikwi River.

When people visit the lake they can go fishing, sightseeing, and even visit the lake Mutirikwi national park. The park has three of the big five animals which are Buffalos, white rhinos and, Leopards.

Mana Pools National Park

It is located along the Zambezi River and border of Zambia.it is one of the five UNESCO world heritage sights in Zimbabwe.

Its dramatic beauty and rich game make it an unforgettable place. There is high wildlife visibility beside the river and in the flood plains.

Large populations of elephants gather regularly at sunrise at the reserve’s waterhole, while lions are also drawn to the prey that comes to drink there. Have a day tour of this beautiful place.

Don’t forget to visit all above places during your Zimbabwe Safaris.

Itineraries for Experiencing Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls 7-day Experience

On this getaway to Victoria Falls, you will see the spectacular sights of the magnificent Victoria Falls. In addition to the activities included in the package, there are endless optional activities to enjoy on this 7-day getaway in Victoria Falls.

Enjoy a guided walking tour of Victoria Falls, visit a local craft market, relax on a Zambezi River cruise and watch an idyllic African sunset. Take a flight over Victoria Falls and experience a traditional Boma dinner and drum show.

Eight-day family trips.

This 8-day family trip starts in Bulawayo, in southwest Zimbabwe, and ends in Victoria Falls. Your family will travel to Matobo National Park and Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s largest natural reserve.

Families can stay at the family-friendly Amalinda Lodge located on the edge of the park and enjoy daily game drives, bicycle tours and community visits.

Amalinda Lodge is a family-run safari lodge that caters for family’s unique travel needs such as babysitting services.

Adventure activities in Zimbabwe

Micro light flight at the Victoria Falls

This is where you get to experience the breathtaking views of Victoria Falls and the gorge. During the flight pictures are taken by the camera mounted on the flight’s wings and can be purchased after the tour.

Enjoy Boma dinner and drum show in Victoria Falls.

This is a diner and drum show that happens at the Boma restaurant. during the show, people get to eat the Zimbabwe traditional food and dance to the traditional music played by the traditional dancers.

Sightseeing at the Gonarezhou national park.

The great views and wildlife at the Gonarezhou national park are a must-see. This is a perfect place for people that love nature.

The tour of Great Zimbabwe ruins

The great Zimbabwe ruins are the biggest ruins in Zimbabwe that were built without mortar. This is where most of Zimbabwe’s history comes from. Enjoy the tour of the great towers that were built by the Shona people.

Zimbabwe Photographic Safari

Visit between July and October for the best chances of photographing multitudes of animals especially elephants in Hwange National Park gathering drinking water.

For bird photography, November to April is the best time to visit. August to November is the perfect time to shoot Victoria Falls when the river is low and there are clear views and a blue sky.

Specific photographic highlights comprise the rock art positions and granite boulders of Matobo National Park. The incredible sceneries of Mana Pools National Park and the distinctive stone ruins of Great Zimbabwe.

Note- Now, if you are looking for where to eat and drink here are the 6 places that you should not miss.

• The Boma Victoria falls
• Gava’s in Harare
• Governor’s restaurant Bulawayo
• Pariah State
• Chicken basket
• Ocean basket.

Things to Do in Zimbabwe Tours:

1. Enjoy a safari in Hwange National Park

Hwange Camp 7 Days from $950

Discover the abundant game in this 7 Days 6 Nights Hwange Mobile camping safari. Hwange’s game is discovered on game drives or during walking tours. Accommodation is on semi and extravagance Camping tents.

Hwange 2-day camp $450

Visit Hwange national park and spend two nights in one of the beautiful camps, the hide rest camp. The guests can have game drives, safari walks and animal interaction.

Hwange activities

During your stay in the National Park you will encounter places that not many a safari enthusiast would ever get to experience; sleeping in tents under the star-lit night sky with nothing but a canvas wall of your tent separating you from the outside

2. Trek in Nyanga National Park

Nyanga National is in the north of the eastern highlands in Zimbabwe. The park contains beautiful hills and rivers.

People can go hiking and for nature photography. The views are just majestic. There are beautiful waterfalls in Nyanga.

3. Go on a canoe safari at Mana Pools National Park

Mana Pools canoe safari

Mana Pools is one of Zimbabwe’s top safari destinations. Its beauty and amusing game make it an unforgettable place. There is high wildlife visibility beside the river and in the flood plains.

Visitors can spot a large herd of population, that regularly gathers at reserve’s waterhole, while lions keep, they eye on the prey that comes to drink there.

Have a safari canoe in the mighty Zambezi River and have a chance to relax and admire the beautiful nature.

The price is $1300 USD per person including food and activities.

4. Explore Matusadona National Park

Five-day Matusadona National Park tour.

Unwind in exquisite environments, either by going for a boat cruise or by taking walks along the Lake Kariba shore.

While you're on the Zambezi River engage in fishing activities and enjoy a wildlife tour at the Matusadona National Park. Guests will be staying in the luxurious houseboats on the Zambezi River.

Matusadonha national park.

Matusadona National Park is excellently packed with wildlife and a combination of deltas and hills. It offers reservations for Zimbabwe's largest elephants and buffalos, Participate in game drives, cruises, tiger fishing, and bird watching. Adventurous people can take walking with expert guides and armed rangers.

The price is $1300 USD per person including food, accommodation, and activities.

5. Discover the wonders of Matopos National Park

Matopos National park is located in the southeast of Bulawayo and is famous for its balancing rocks and caves.

It is another UNESCO world heritage site known for having the highest concentrations of rock paintings.

When you visit the Matobo hills, you will be able to see the story that is being told by the rock paintings. guests can hike, walk and do game viewing. On one of the hills, is where the remains of Cecil John Rhodes lie.

6. Explore the ruins of Great Zimbabwe

Great Zimbabwe ruins day trip.

This is where the country’s name is derived from. This is also a UNESCO world heritage site known for the stone walls that were erected with no mortar. This site is where the country’s history lies.

Enjoy the tour of the Great Zimbabwe ruins and learn about Zimbabwe’s history.

7. Take a helicopter flight over the Victoria Falls

Helicopter flight at the Victoria Falls

This is where you get to experience the breath-taking views of Victoria Falls and the gorge on a helicopter. During the flight, you can take pictures or the guide can do it for you.

Type of helicopter flights offered in Victoria Falls

• Flight of angels
• scenic gorge flight
• Zambezi spectacular
• Game flight

8. Explore the capital city of Harare

Harare is the capital city of Zimbabwe. This city holds most of the Zimbabwean population.

Visit the national art gallery of Zimbabwe and see the different storied told by art.

In Harare, you can have a full-day city tour with expert guides. Enjoy the scrumptious meals prepared in Harare from traditional meals to your delicious fast foods.

Spend your nights in the beautiful hotels in Harare. End your tour with a little adventure as you go for paintball shooting, zip lining, go-kart racing, bumper cars quad biking, and pirate ship.

Conclusion

Zimbabwe is a land of wildlife and adventures. It doesn’t matter whether you are coming for the first time or repeating one this land will leave you with full of surprises. If you are thinking about where to go on vacation then, Zimbabwe is an ideal choice. Get the best insights into Things To Do In Zimbabwe now!

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