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.
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?
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 his experience. I hope that any aspiring … Continued
Kopje Tops Lodge in Mavhuradonha: a secluded bush hideaway
When our family hired out Kopje Tops Lodge in Mavhuradonha in December, I was looking forward to discovering a new part of the country. I grew up in Zimbabwe but had never been to the Mavhuradonha Wilderness. It’s not on … Continued
Photo post: Spurwing Island Lodge, Kariba, Zimbabwe
In August 2017 my family and I stayed at Spurwing Island Lodge on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe. It proved to be the perfect family-friendly bush escape. Here’s a link to the full article describing why I chose Spurwing Island and … Continued
Spurwing Island in Kariba: a relaxed bush escape in Zimbabwe for all the family
This article was featured on Lonely Planet Pathfinders: top family travel posts. I wrote this article because there are many readers in the UK (and elsewhere) who would love to visit the Zimbabwean bush, but perhaps have very young families … 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
My travel style Q&A with Johnny Jet
I’m excited to announce that I’ve been profiled on the fantastic Johnny Jet travel blog! If you’re not familiar with it, Johnny Jet was founded by John DiScala, who once had a fear of flying and now travels to over 20 countries … Continued
Mbizi Game Park: A relaxing bush location close to Harare Airport
You wouldn’t expect to find a peaceful, natural haven within 10 km of Harare Airport – yet there is such a place. Mbizi Game Park is a small private reserve located within a 10-minute drive from the international terminal, and it’s a … Continued
The Impala Collection: Homeware from Zimbabwe
I have something exciting to share with you all, especially if you live in the UK. In partnership with a Zimbabwean craft company, I’ve launched a line of homeware products, available online in the UK (and further afield soon). The products … Continued
Video post: Victoria Falls helicopter flight: AMAZING!
Here’s a quick video showing a little bit of our helicopter flight in Victoria Falls – the word “beautiful” is an understatement! We went in August which is the dry, low water season. It was a spectacular sight – but if … Continued
Our helicopter flight with Wild Horizons: Flight of angels
The helicopter flight over Victoria Falls, aptly named “Flight of the Angels”, was a highlight of my 2013 Zimbabwe holiday; an experience that I’ll savour for the rest of my life. I’ve been saving this post for last (of the … Continued
Our Victoria Falls gorge swing and adventure slide
The Gorge Swing and Zipline are part of Victoria Falls’ hard-core adrenalin activities, with a similar fear factor to bungee jumping and white-water rafting. Wild Horizons operates a number of adventure slides, but these two activities in particular are the ultimate lose-your-stomach … Continued
Our Victoria Falls canopy tour
There’s been a new kid on the Victoria Falls activity block this year. Wild Horizons launched the Canopy Tour in June 2013: a series of cable swings over the Zambezi River gorge. The tour consists of wooden walkways, rope bridges, ziplines … Continued
