Introducing Wild Horizons: activity operator There are a number of activity operators in Victoria Falls offering activities such as white water rafting and game drives, but for me, Wild Horizons stands apart from the rest because of its clear focus … Continued
Our time in Victoria Falls was busy but happy – there’s a wide variety of things to do here, from spa days to white-water rafting. This corner of Zimbabwe has managed to keep going despite the country’s ups and downs. … Continued
During our stay at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge we watched the Vulture Restaurant in action. Thankfully, it doesn’t involve eating vulture burgers – it’s a place where the vultures themselves drop in for a snack. Feathered patrons of the restaurant … Continued
Our base in Victoria Falls was the splendid Victoria Falls Safari Lodge. I had visited the lodge in the past for sundowners and to see the vulture feeding, but never as a bona fide hotel guest. Well, this time I … Continued
After a rather hot and tiring drive, arriving at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge felt like driving into an oasis. A gatekeeper in a feathered headdress welcomed us with a smile and a dance. Warthogs grazed from green grass under shady … Continued
Many people planning a trip around Zimbabwe will face a conundrum: How do I travel between Kariba and Victoria Falls? The roads around the Lake Kariba can be onerous, charter flights can break the budget, so the best option is to … Continued
Mana Pools is all about the animals and the landscape. It’s about the sights, sounds and smells of a true African wilderness. Here are some more photos from our 2013 trip, although no words or photos of mine could ever … Continued
We had many memorable encounters with the animals of Mana Pools: the area’s rightful residents. Most of our animal sightings were unpredictable, which made them feel even more special. These encounters reminded me of how important it is for wild places … Continued
Hippos, when placidly blowing bubbles and grunting in the water, don’t seem like much of a threat to humans. Everyone knows they’re vegetarian, after all – how dangerous can they be? Very. I found out the hard way that a … Continued
We went camping in Mana Pools National Park at Nyamepi Campsite – and what a life-affirming experience it was. Mana Pools is not like most other game reserves in Africa. There are no fenced areas; no barriers between you and the … Continued
Note: I was not paid for writing this article. I visited this establishment independently and anonymously. One of the highlights of our time in Harare was Bally Vaughan Animal Sanctuary. (Update: Many of the orphaned animals in this post now live … Continued
Our 2013 trip started and ended in Harare, which is the central airline arrivals hub, and the capital of the country. It’s a great place to get acquainted with Zimbabwe because it has a mixture of Western and Zimbabwean features. … Continued
We’ve just returned from a fantastic trip to Zimbabwe and I can’t wait to get it all written down. We started off in Harare, went to Mana Pools, travelled to Victoria Falls on the Kariba Ferry, went to Bulawayo, Great … Continued
Very soon, we’re going on a 23-day trip to Zimbabwe! We’ll be borrowing cars and self-driving around the country, spending time with family and friends along the way. We’re going out there with special friends who we met in Oxford. … Continued
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