We’ve updated our travel advice about Great Zimbabwe Monument & Ruins

UNESCO calls Great Zimbabwe Monument & Ruins “the greatest stone monument in Africa south of the Sahara”, second in size only to the Pyramids in Egypt. It was originally built between 1200 and 1500 AD, long before foreigners penetrated the … Continued

Great places to go with younger kids in Harare

Great places to go with younger kids in Harare Zimbabwe’s capital city of Harare has a host of venues that will keep the kids entertained – African style! There are so many things to see and do, many of which … Continued

Zimbabwe highlights: Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards 2022

Zimbabwe highlights: Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards 2022 Tripadvisor is well known as the world’s largest travel guidance platform, where anyone can write a review about somewhere they’ve been, or look for advice on an upcoming trip. The Tripadvisor platfrorm has … Continued

Mavhuradonha Wilderness Area: travel information

The Mavhuradonha Wilderness Area is situated in the north-east of Zimbabwe, roughly 180 km from Harare. The name ‘Mavhuradonha’ roughly translates from chiShona language as ‘dripping water’ which describes the delicate rain that sometimes descends on the slopes of the … Continued

Five reasons to go on a luxury Zimbabwe tour: top destinations you can’t miss

There are many more than just five reasons to go on a luxury Zimbabwe tour, but these are the top destinations that you just cannot afford to miss while visiting the country! This promo post was written by Enchanting Travels … Continued

Twala Trust Animal Sanctuary: A place of laughter and love

Note: I was not paid for writing this article. I visited Twala Trust independently and anonymously. If you’d like to support a local conservation organisation whilst meeting some lovable (and cheeky) rescued animals, then Twala Trust Animal Sanctuary in Harare is a … Continued

My visit to Kuimba Shiri Bird Park, Harare: The ideal family day out

I visited Kuimba Shiri Bird Park in May 2016, and I can wholeheartedly recommend it as one of the best family days out in Harare (and Zimbabwe, for that matter). Note: I was not paid for writing this article. I … Continued

Zimbabwe self-drive travel journal: Part 3: Matobo National Park and Harare

This guest post is written by Stuart Webb-Martin who lives in the UK. He went on a self-drive holiday to Zimbabwe with his family in August 2016. Here, he shares his thoughts on activities, road conditions and accommodation. In this … Continued