Great Zimbabwe Guide is an independent travel blog giving practical advice, information, tips and inspiration about Zimbabwe travel. The articles are written by an ex-local and regular Zim visitor, along with some fantastic guest contributors.
If you have questions about planning your visit to Zimbabwe, or are wondering what to expect on a safari or city visit, read on! See the Quick-reference list of travel advice, Zimbabwe FAQs, city guides, travel tips, itineraries, advice on where to stay as well as things to do in Zimbabwe.
Plus, read some real-life travel journals to get inspiration – or reassurance – for your next visit.
Latest Zimbabwe travel articles
How to support Zimbabwean charities with Amazon Smile
Did you know that you can raise funds for a Zimbabwean charity - at no extra cost to yourself - just by changing a setting in your Amazon App? Here's how. READ MORE
Review of Cook Off: The Movie
Cook Off is the first Zimbabwean movie to stream on Netflix, which is an achievement in itself. The two leads actors, Tendaiishe Chitima and Tendai Nguni (better known to me at least as... READ MORE
African safari-themed resources for kids during lockdown
When we’re stuck at home in lockdown, sometimes it feels like the walls are closing in on us. We want to escape, do something new, see anything other than the four walls around... READ MORE
Coronavirus statement: 23 March 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a GLOBAL pandemic. It is not a country-specific problem any more; it is a worldwide health concern with cases in 189 countries across the globe. READ MORE
Victoria Falls: The Zambia vs Zimbabwe Question
When visiting Victoria Falls, travellers have the option of flying into the town of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, or Livingstone in Zambia. But which is better? READ MORE
The death of Robert Mugabe: a man with many names
Former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe has died aged 95. He was a well-publicized figure, even in Western media. I lived under his rule for much of my life and I feel unable to... READ MORE
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... READ MORE
FAQs on self-drive in Zimbabwe – answered by a local expert
Introduction: A lot of readers of this website ask me questions on the topic of self-drive in Zimbabwe. That’s why I’m excited that Ant from ManaPools.com has written this promo post based on... READ MORE